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Bred for a century to be an outstanding guard dog, the
Doberman Pinscher is intense and energetic with tremendous strength and stamina.
Versatile, highly intelligent and very easy to train. Determined, fearless and
assertive, but not vicious. |
| Breed: |
Doberman Pinscher |
| Country of Origin: |
Germany |
| AKC Group: |
Working |
| Function: |
Tracker, police work |
| Life Span: |
10-12 years |
| Appearance: |
Muscular, docked tail |
| Color: |
Black, reddish brown, dark blue |
| Coat Type: |
Short, smooth, glossy, shedding |
| Grooming: |
Needs little grooming |
| Height: |
24-28 inches |
| Weight: |
60-100 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
High |
| Watch Dog: |
Very high |
| Protection: |
Very high |
| Intelligence: |
High |
| Trainability: |
Depends on breeding |
| Good With Children: |
No |
| Good With Pets: |
No |
| Good With Strangers: |
No |
| Character: |
Playful, high strung, sensitive |
| Home Environment: |
Fenced yard |
| Best Owner: |
Athletic, confident |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
Aggressive, fear biting, barking, jumping |
| Physical: |
Hip dysplasia, bloating, hemophilia, skin and hearing
problems |
| Recommendations: |
No colder climates |
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