The Doberman Pinscher, A Quick Primer:
- Dobermans were first bred in Germany in early 1900s by a tax collector, Herr Lois Doberman of Apolda. They were given the suffix Pinscher as they resembled the breed of Pinscher. They are no relation to Miniature Pinschers.
- Natural eared Dobermans are more common in rescue then cropped eared dogs. As many veterinarians (and Doberman owners) are moving away from this elective and painful surgery.
- The American Kennel (AKC) club recognizes four colors: Black, Blue, Fawn (Isabella), and Red, with markings of rust. The color white (albino) does exists, but is not recognized as a color by the AKC.
- Germany does not allow cosmetic surgery to be done on pets. Thus, German bred pups are not tail docked, ear-cropped, and do not have their dewclaws removed.
- Since the 1950s the breed of Doberman has been selectively breed to eliminate any undesired traits. The results are todays Doberman Pinschers. The American Kennel club describes them as: energetic, watchful, fearless, determined, alert, loyal, and obedient. The Doberman Pinscher Club of America describes them as stable, smart, discerning dogs capable of doing it all. From loving, loyal family companion, to search and rescue, to agility champ, to service/therapy dog, to police and military protection.