Doberman Pinscher

The Doberman Pinscher has become one of the most recognizable and popular breeds in the United States. With its sleek coat, athletic build, and tall elegant look, it would be difficult to mistake them for any other breed. The Dobermann, as they are often referred to, is a loyal companion that enjoys being in a family environment, they will display tons of affection toward the people they love.

The breed was initially introduced in Germany in the late 19th century. As the legend goes, a tax collector at the time needed protection on his daily route from bandits. The tax collector was also the town's dogcatcher, yes apparently this was a profession. As a result, the tax collector created a dog that would serve as his guardian, the tax collector's name was Louis Dobermann. The exact combination of dogs that were used in creating the Dobermann remains uncertain to this day.

The Dobie is a natural guard dog. This means that they have a strong, fearless character and will protect their families and their homes at all costs. These pups are fairly large, typically weighing between 60-80 pounds, so they are quite capable of handling just about any threat. They have received a negative stereotype of being aggressive and vicious over the years, however, this is highly inaccurate. If the dog does not feel as though they or their family are in danger, they are gentle and extremely loving.

This breed is not recommended for inexperienced dog owners. This dog needs a strong dominant owner in the household. It is in their nature to be protective and control their environment, so if its owner does not take on the dominant role, the Dobie will assume the position. These dogs are highly energetic working dogs, and at the same time are super intelligent. They need to be active both mentally and physically, otherwise, they will become bored. All of us dog owners know the result of a bored dog, yup you guessed it, some torn-up shoes!

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