Sunday, March 15, 2015

Why Look At Doberman Pinschers For Sale

By Leslie Ball


Looking for a family dog that will guard your home while being affectionate, easy to train, and fun to live with? Look no farther than Doberman Pinschers for sale. Once considered guard dogs for things like military compounds and junkyards, these dogs are now noted for their great dispositions and suitability as family pets.

Finalized as a breed by 1890, these dogs were selectively bred by Herr Dobermann, a German tax collector who needed guard dogs for his long journeys and unpopular errands. Using a wide variety of different types, he succeeded in breeding a dog which was alert, watchful, loyal, and aggressive if need be. He bred out most of the hunting instinct, for example, ensuring the dogs would not lose their focus on keeping him safe.

However, modern families like a watch dog that is more tolerant of strangers, whether human or canine. The Dobies of today, if properly socialized and cared for, are friendly but protective of their own families and territories. This protectiveness is instinctive and does not need to be heightened by training.

These dogs are classified as medium large, with 70 pounds being average for a female and 80 to 100 pounds for a male. Their short coat is easy to care for and makes them great house dogs, since they are not heavy shedders. They are both beautiful and biddable, making it easy for any competent owner to enjoy them fully.

They rank at the top of the list for tolerance toward their own family, even small children who may poke or pinch. This tolerance does not necessarily extend to strangers of any age. Dobies should never be allowed to roam free for their own protection and that of the neighbors. However, they are so obedient when properly trained that their inherent aggression is readily controlled by an alert owner.

As a Dobie owner, you should commit to spending a lot of time with your dog at home and in the car; they love to go wherever you go. Dobies need a lot of exercise and should be allowed to run free in dog parks or large yards when possible. Watching a Doberman run is like seeing joy in motion; they run like deer or greyhounds and obviously love every minute of it.

Dobermans have a life span of about ten years, mainly because they are prone to heart problems. Owners should provide a superior diet and lots of exercise to minimize this tendency. Ten years is not long to enjoy such a faithful companion, but it might be good for those who can't make a commitment of twenty years or more.

When buying a Doberman, you should choose a reputable breeder who breeds with integrity and stands behind their dogs. Try to meet both parent animals, and get a vet's health certificate. It's important to know what perfect conformation looks like for this breed of dog, in order to avoid certain structural problems.




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