I remember this old guy had a doberman in the apartment complex i lived when i was a kid. He would sit outside with him almost all day it was a scary looking dog but the friendliest I've been around. Me and some other kid would walk it and exercise the dog for the old man. His apartment was next to the playground and anytime a male adult would come by was the only time the doberman would stand up and give out a bark. I like to think he was looking out for us as kids
I've had two and they were so loving, intelligent and protective too. My boy Rebel loved to smile. My sister came to my parents house, and Rebel met her with a smile!! Lol she screamed and we all went running.....Rebel was sitting with his stub wagging and teeth smiling!!!!!😂😂😂😂 I miss him very much. ❤❤❤❤
My siblings & I grew up with dobies and yes, they were so good with us & all of our little friends. We lived out in the country & when we'd wander off to explore creeks, fields etc our dobie was always right with us, no leash or recall necessary, always following along & watching over us. Our dobies were professionally trained for guarding, but definitely it was instinctual the way they were with us kids.
@@rosewhite71 yeah they are I was in 5th grade when I started walking the Dobbie for old man Bob and the other kid was in 3rd and I would notice the dog wouldn't let us near the road I think he might've been train really well now that I think about it hehehehe
We, husband and I, lost our doberman to cancer - it broke our hearts. It doesn’t look like we’re gonna ever get another dog. If we do, we may just get a standard poodle. Our Doberman was amazing.
My 13yro dobbie had bone cancer in one of her arms, after amputation and chemo shes still with us, but we know that the cancer will come back soon. We love her like if she was our child
Shit. My old boy is super sick and I'm probably gonna lose him after only 8 years. He's a Border Terrier/Schnauzer mix 25 lbs. Didn't even have to house train, he just never once went in the house ever. Weirdest thing. Best dog I ever had. I don't know if I can get another dog after him because he has been so damn fun and perfect. Do you think you'll ever get another dog?
take my advice get another dog . I lost my best friend and its horrible he was a pit bull and could no not be replaced either i now have a doberman and it makes my life complete again.. your best friend cant ever be replaced but a different breed is a new chapter and there is something in that to say hes not replaced because the new guy is a new experience. what ever choice you make i truly feel the pain of your loss, your a good dog owner and a dog somewhere needs you too.
I had a Doberman named Tinkerbell several years ago. Best dog I ever had. She was sweet, had a great disposition, never showed aggression to strangers or anyone until one time, when a repairman was working on my fence in my front yard. I had spoken to him outside earlier. He had approached the door and wanted to use an electrical outlet. I opened the screen door to let him in, and Tinkerbell brought her body in front of me, blocking me, her hackles were up, and she started growling in a low scary growl that I had never heard from her. We had had strangers, people she didn't know, in the house before. She was always friendly. But she wouldn't let this man in. I tried shaking his hand in front of her, telling her it was ok. No go. She would not let him in. I finally told the the man, "sorry, she's not going to let you in". She knew something I didn't. I loved that dog so much. She lived till 14. Broke my heart when she passed.
I don't have a Doberman, but I have a German Shepherd, and she's just like that. I live in a kinda bad part of town and I've never felt safer than when I'm with her because I trust her judgement in people. She's super sweet and loving to everyone she meets, a little cautious, but she doesn't bark and is all tail wags to the point no one believes me when I say she defends me on walks sometimes. It's only happened a few times.. like the other night, while I've had no problems with her getting defensive on night walks with ANYONE EVER but that time... when I was passing this one man walking the other way that was kinda staring at me she made herself known and he stayed away. Seriously dogs like Dobermans and GSDs are just amazing dogs that are with you through anything.
@@haylin98 These people were my parents best friends and they had a shepherd named Kate. Being a kid, I played with the dog most of the time we were over there. You could tell she was watching out for you. Nothing got past her. They had a teenage kid named Steve. One day his parents were out of town and his friend Pat, came over. The garage was open as was the inside door. Kate was laying in the doorway to the kitchen. The way Pat told it was funny. Kate knew him, so he said: "Hi Kate" And stepped over her. She grabbed his ankle with just enough force to say: "I wouldn't move this if I were you." He said he had to call upstairs for Steve to: "Tell Kate it's alright!"😂
Who knows, she may have saved your life this day… having perceived something was wrong with this guy. Many years ago, I had a female Dobermann, best of all the dogs I have had. Died from bone cancer. I trusted her with no limit. 15 years later I still miss her…
She knew something you didn't, IMHO... My Dobie Wilf has only ever done that once to a human - so far. He's only 2 right now. At the time, he was a mere baby, maybe 8 months. We were walking down the canal at night and I briefly got talking to a chap we passed on the way, who enquired about my handsome puppy. After a short period of us talking, Wilfs hackles were up, clearly in response to this guy. My hunch was that Wilf sensed this chap was perhaps (at first glance) eying to try and steal him off me. I thought about telling Wilf to knock it off briefly - then, recounting stories such as your own to myself, I thought better. I had a good look at the fella in the eye, made some comment about my dog not taking a shine to him, and then carried on down the path, home, both of us keeping a close, backwards eye on the guy as we left. I think that sometimes, listening to your dog is a good idea.
After owning a Labrador and a Belgian malinois mix, I now have my dream dog- a female Doberman pinscher. That intimidation factor is legit. From the time she was a little 30 lb puppy, people would stop in their tracks asking if she bit. That said, we’ve taken great trouble to socialize her properly. She will give strangers the stink eye and evaluate everyone she comes in contact with. Once you get the green light, she’s all love. That’s the emotional intelligence I love about her. Dobermans are badass and will defend their families, but they aren’t meatheads wanting to arbitrarily take out everybody who knocks on the door or passes by you on the street. It’s true, though. She’s a bit of a space case with training. She will race away, run some laps, possibly crash into something, and then come back, like “Ok, boss! I’m ready now!” When she does focus, look out. That dog learns commands faster than any dog I’ve worked with for sure. I’m surprised you didn’t mention DCM as a health concern. Thanks to some horrible breeding in the 70’s, dilated cardiomyopathy affects almost 60% of Dobermans today, and it is a death sentence. :(
True. I live in South Africa so ee have a small gene pool and several were imported from Russia ans European countries now DCM seems to be throughout this beautiful breed
In Europe there are more and more breeders doing whatever they can to avoid breeding with dogs that have DCM and a few weeks ago a new research study results about DCM and the genes responsible for DCM got published and that was very hopeful!
We just got a 5yo female that is 118lbs. Her name is Karma. She was an early xmas gift for my 15yo. Shes amazing. My daughter handles her mostly by herself but we go on walks with them just in case because Karma about 25lbs heavier than my daughter. We had a neighbor break in several times before Karma. Hes a creeper. Hes done it once since we got Karma and havent seen him since. She guards that back door at night. She comes through each room and checks on everyone, including the other dogs. Then she settles in my daughters bed. She gets so excited and her little nub goes a mile a minute. Absolutely in love with her. I work overnight 12 hours a day. Karma has given us a piece of mind that Emma is safe. Karma 100% would give her life for us and we havent even had her long
A doubleman dog, without training, save my son from racoon attack. We were visiting and while the kids played, a rocoon appeared. This dog place himself infront of my son an neutralized the perv. I love them every since. They're very smart and mischievous too.
Very good video about owning Dobermans. I just lost mine, Samson, he was 110 lbs, European black and tan. He was my third. He was the best natured sweetest most loving dog. He would lay on my ottoman and put his head and front legs in my lap, which was a lapful. Training is the most important for you and your dog, because they will take over if you don’t assume leadership. My husband loved him, but wasn’t a leader with him, so they just payed together and enjoyed each others company. We once had a guy in the back yard checking gas lines, and my husband couldn’t get him into the house. I walked out told him to sit. He stopped and sat immediately, I walked up to him, and walked him back into the house. I trained him. He obeyed me. He escorted me from room to room always, and if I had to answer the door he sat right at the edge of the carpet and wouldn’t get on the entry tile unless I asked him to. Most people backed away from the door when they saw him. That is a big key in protection, just their look. If I was younger, I would get another, but I’m getting too old to go through the process again. I just love the breed.
I bought a Doberman for my mother after my father passed as I worked nights dealing poker, she felt safe having him sleeping on the downstairs couch all night, I thought because she was with him for the first 3 weeks after I bought him, he would take to her and mind her only, that didn't happen, he minds her when I'm not around but as soon as I come in the room whatever I tell him he does and he then would follow me,. but when I took him walking and my mother would be slow and falling behind, he would stop and sit waiting for her to catch up, then start walking again. But he is my dog, people say that because I was the one that picked him out and drove him to his home.
@@JohnnyBGood11that's lovely man. My dobie loves me too, but my god, he loves his grandparents just as much. They understand were all a clan, you get me? They're so smart, now I think alot of the time we need to catch up to them 😂😂 A happy Dobermann is a joy.
My girl Topaz was an amazing dog. Kept my grandmother safe when the rest of the family was on vacation for a couple weeks. She wanted to stay home. Well we did this 2 years in a row. Both times, someone tried to break in and My girl Topaz kept my grandmother safe. She ran from upstairs to downstairs and just went ballistic. My grandmother stated she heard someone on our first floor roof running away and slid down a tree from where the criminals got onto the roof. What an amazing dog. Did all this without any protection training. I could never get another doberman because there is no way another could compare to my sweet girl. RIP Topaz you were so loved. Just typing this brings😢 to my eyes and this is over 25 years ago. What a dog
I’m a 68 yo woman, got my first Doberman 40 years ago when I worked for a vet and fell in love. Would say your video is spot on except sadly for a serious health condition: dilated cardiomyopathy. It’s insidious and may not cause symptoms until sudden death. I have a 10 yo wonderful female now, her male littermate died 4 years ago of DCM. Unless we can get control of backyard breeders, this will most likely result in extinction of this outstanding breed within 40-60 years. NC State and other institutions are doing genetic research but so far only 2 genes have been identified (compared to around 150 that have been identified in DCM in humans.) In the eight Dobermans I have had, yes I am addicted to the breed, have not had one case of dysplasia or bloat, but have had 3 cases of sudden death from DCM. Even so, I want another one. They are the best: beautiful, lovable, so intelligent, actually snuggly, playful, funny, and other people are afraid of them. To anyone who has time and patience for basic training and socializing, you can’t get a better dog.
"They are the best: beautiful, lovable, so intelligent, actually snuggly, playful, funny, and other people are afraid of them." lol brilliant description very apt 🌿
Health= DCM is a huge issue. Just lost my dobbie to the disease. Diagnosed at 5 yo and under medical care (cardiology) for 2 years before he passed last week. My unsolicited advice is do not get a Doberman unless you are ready to care for them - emotionally and financially - and train them properly. They are very loving and mine was extremely attached to me. Best dog ever!
@@Buddy0627 It is awful indeed. I think it is estimated that over 50% of Dobermans will develop it. I am getting another puppy soon. I’ll be feeding a raw diet and if I choose kibble (for convenience or training) it will be the brand that does not add pea protein or synthetic vitamins to their foods. I will also supplement my pup’s food with taurine and L-carnitine (as I have a lot of supplements left from my Niko). Bonus: I have chickens and ducks so the pup gets fresh eggs daily :)
@@vincentgibbs5672I’m so sorry. It’s really sad. I was able to catch it early (I think) because I recognized the cough and immediately took my boy to get X-rays. I’m thankful that I had 2 years to spend with my Niko before he was gone.
Honestly the stats are over 60% will die from heart disease ALL LINES, there’s no getting away from the muddied genes, lots of other diseases to deal with as well - it’s truly heartbreaking and created from BYBs.
We just rescued one! We left her ears floppy, such a sweet girl! Shes a Rust with black! Shes beautiful. Still training on the leash, next socializing and Yes!!!!! She loves to RUN! Your videos are great! Thank you
I adopted a Dobie/GSD/Husky mix 4 months ago. She's 2 years old, independent, loyal, protective and loves to talk back to you ,( that's gotta be the Husky in her,). Her ears and tail are intact and when I first got her, I found out she would slip out the door if I wasn't careful and go galloping around the apartment complex. With zero recall. Only way to get her back was to open my SUV's back door and she would launch herself inside. Needless to say we have trained her to sit/stay when we open the door and are working on recall.
I had Dobermans for years. So smart and great protectors! Once my ex-husband’s uncle came to visit and came in (unannounced, without knocking)and it took her two jumps from the lower level to stop him in his tracks! 😂 She was my first dog as an adult. She was incredibly smart and so sweet, that I named her Honey ❤! 85 pound female…all muscle.
I only had females, so I really can’t give you an answer. The only male dog I’ve had was the Dalmatian I had right before I got my current female Dalmatian…he was awesome ❤
X factor intimidation, they are ranked in the top 5 of Intelligence, the are the 3rd fastest dog breed, they also rank right behind scent hounds on scent tracking, they make excellent search and rescue dogs. The dog that found the most people in the 9/11 rubble was a Doberman. I think that breeders in the us have morphed them into a more family role since the 1970’s getting rid of harshness they had in the early 1900’s. The same thing will ultimately happen to Mali’s when there is a bunch of people that want to make a working line dog a family pet. I’ve had 4 Dobermans, to me it’s the most well rounded dog breed. Plus they are hilarious.
Yes, hilarious is spot on! They can be so goofy! My old Doberman could be so clumsy, and he’d come sit (like with his butt lol) on your lap on the couch and look at you like “what??”… like he wasn’t a massive dog that just chose THAT ONE SPOT when there was an entire rest of the couch.
Hey pal, I am wondering if you got different lines over there than we have in Germany. Over here, Dobermanns have super serious heart problems, seemingly healthy dogs dropping dead on the floor in the blink of an eye. Short form for that disease is DCM.
@@Siddharthn809don't know about his but my female is just fun to watch. She'll be running and jump in the air spin and grab her back leg then just spin. Then flip over and over.. grab sticks and throw them in the air and catch them. She loves to play catch.
I LOVED my Doberman. He was the sweetest dog and wow so impressive when running. Nearly every person we came across would be in awe of him. No other dogs could keep up with him at the dog park. I had him in apartments but would constantly go to the dog park. So I’d say it’s possible to have them in an apartment but only if you’re willing to make a large dog park your second home 😊
Yup I have one and live in an apartment. I am outside about 3 hours a day with her. Usually hour walk in the morning, 1,5 hour at the dog park, about a 20 minute walk around dinner time and a quick 10 minutes before bed. On other days I switch the dog park for training classes. Definitely recognize a lot in the video. The needing to stretch her legs before training for sure. I just let her run around a bit and then she's calmed down and focused enough.
I have to disagree. Dobermans definitely have a natural instinct to gaurd against strangers, they don't need any training to gaurd. In fact the training they need is to subdue their guarding instincts. My Doberman had to be introduced to everyone who entered the house because he would get aggressive with strangers, & he never had any training. We learned from our mistake, so we made it a point to socializ my new Doberman to avoid stranger aggression. That said she is still protective on the leash. These are amazing smart dogs that are more human than dog. For me guarding is a 10/10. Trainability is also a 10/10, they take their owner very seriously so they are usually ready to obey the one person that is their entire life mission to protect. Thats just been my experience with my Dobermans
Ive grew up around doberman's that had 0 protection training. They are extremely protective, especially over me as a child. My grandma had hip surgery and he would follow her around and not let anyone near her even if he knew them
What is your take with one being a family dog but being a one person dog? Do you feel a Doberman would disregard another family member in the hone or would a child be able to give commands and listen?
My second Doberman was exactly like that and he was very protective over our family and our property and he had no trainer which is amazing considering the fact that it seemed like he knew exactly where our property started and ended but we did have to train him to where it’s ok if people walk by our house or for people coming into the house but we did teach him a word or two that meant he could put his guard back up he was a very very smart boy and I miss him very much
@@adib.72more of a 1 person dog, but they are incredibly smart. If you have a child, it will understand that this person is very important to you, and protect them. Mostly won't answer any commands from other family members unless you train it with you present and family member you want to have "commanding power". As said in the video in the end, only in "pack"/family training.
We had a grand dog Doberman female that came to live with us part of the time for two reasons: she had more room to run safely on our farm and our home back a long lane and also she was a wonderful companion for our very nervous, neurotic yellow lab!! Oh this Doberman was raised with children was just THE SWEETEST dog ever and NEEDED constant petting and attention when at your side!! When outside, she found her spot, laid down with head and chest erect and front feet crossed, alert and constantly on guard! If anyone or any car or truck approached, she alerted us with the most ferocious bark you have ever heard! Many strange cars backed out and turned around, I know for sure! But, if they weren’t afraid or knew us, when approaching her and calling her name, she immediately went up and wanted some lovin and would show her sweet, beautiful nature!! She was amazing and I wish I could find another dog just like her. She was so good for our lab. Regrettably, she left us way too soon and our lab as well. The absolute worst part of pet ownership is saying goodbye to our wonderful companions… Thank you for the work that you do to help all of us take better care of our wonderful dogs ❤.
Had a Doberman female named Lady when i was super small. Single mom who worked nights and me and that doberman lived in an apartment together for years. That dog was my only companion at night and after school. She used to tuck me in and wrap around me in the bed to keep an eye on me. Bathtime, shed hop in and join me to make sure my face never got in the water (this was the 80s, sooooo lol). She would walk me to school and then meet mom at the front door when shed come home from work. This dog was my second guardian and i miss her to this day. I JUST now got brave enough to get another doberman as i felt no one could take Ladys place..got myself a European male that i named Havok. He is so young and full of energy, makes me really understand the work my mom had to put in for Lady to be the gentle protector of a small girl that she was..
@@1LoveMuse764 Yeah no problem. But he's a breeder here in the Seattle area. Roberto Zorzi. He's in love with these dogs and built a house..next to his house.. just to display all his trophies and has one wall that he's dedicated to painting the family tree of his dogs on.
My dad purchased a Doberman from a breeder and their father was a Warlock Doberman so they assumed the pups would vary. The only male in the litter, and he was the kindest soul ever 💕🫂 He helped raise our Husky mix, and was also the most wonderful and gentle foster dad to kittens & cats throughout the years 🙏🥹🥲 He even tried to make friends with my rescue guinea pig and rescue gerbil. Such a loving & beautiful soul 💕
R.I.P. Zeus. Best dog ever. 13 yrs I had friends calling me crying when they found out he had passed. Mind melded, didn’t even need to verbalize commands
I had to have a good chuckle at 3:38, Garret standing there saying “…there’s just something very intimidating about a full-grown male Doberman pincher” as the dog is standing right there giving his Garret’s cheek a nice lick. Very cute!
I currently have a Euro Doberman and a Corso. The Doberman is super easy to train. Anything that I have tried to teach him he has picked up very quickly and easy to maintain. With his weight being around 130#'s. He is very protective of the house as he seems to know the intimidating appearance he has. Once someone puts their hand for him to smell he is good and goes and grabs his ball for you to throw. He with his size, has to be watched around little ones. He has knocked over kids and can definitely cause damage. Super loving and highly emotional dog. I take him into Menards and Walmart weekly and socialize him and have never had hom react out of character. Very impressed with the Euro Doberman
@@AnthonyWilliam-yw8cd think about it real good. It’s a lot of work. A LOT. Your going to want to give up most days if your raising it from a pup. and the energy is never ending with them. you have to always keep them entertained and exercised even when your tired and you don’t feel like it or else your home will pay the consequences. Keep in mind Their attention span is extremely short. I love my Doberman. But he is crazy af tho lol crazier than any dog I have ever met or had prior. It’s like 5 dogs in 1.
@@Kyle_almighty1yeah mine also very fun and the personality is super amazing. Very smart but does something then gives you that look of WHAT. It was someone else. 😂
Great video. Spot on for the Doberman. On my 2nd one now. 1st was a 2yr old rescue that took a good year to settle down, but she was sweet and amazing for the following 11 years. Our current is a male, 11 mos old now, very strong and about 85 lbs. I’m retired and am with him every day. He is active and helps to keep me that way. They do have adhd and are super aware of everything going on around you and your home. He is my buddy! Thanks for all the great videos!
We have a female Dobie Nala. She is highly socialized, but that protective instinct is always there. After a pit lunged at my kids on a walk one evening, she started being overprotective of her pack. While on leash, she only has the fight option when it comes to fight or flight. I bought an e-collar and have been training her to walk off leash, and she is calmer and ignores dogs that may bark at her. Also, the e-collar allows her to respond more fluid to commands. Oklahoma has a strict leash law in parks, so I take her real early in the morning so she can get her zoomies out. I can not imagine having a Doberman in an apartment at all. They are very active and need room to roam.
I giggled a bit when you said the full grown males are intimidating cause my red and rust male had a loud and deep bark but my black and rust female was the one an intruder should worry about cause she’d sneak up behind while you were distracted by her boyfriend’s barking
I got my Russian Dobie boy Zuko 1.5 months ago, he is now 4 months. He can be stubborn and still lacks confidence but he is amazingly smart. I'm 19 and Zuko is my first dog and we live in an apartment, he receives infinite attention from me throughout the day, I definitely underestimated how much attention he would require when I bought him. He is crate trained from day one and so far does not suffer from separation anxiety, potty training is going very well since he is so smart. He gets complimented for how handsome he is every time he goes outside 😍
I strongly disagree because my European Doberman didn’t need zero training and neither did her puppy’s!! They would attack any stranger coming into my property, they would stand infront of me in the streets and not let anyone near me! Also my friends Doberman’s are exactly the same.. Doberman’s are the only dog ever to be bred specifically for personal protection! You don’t need to spend thousands like this guy said because they will naturally do what they were bred for
I agree. However the American lines have had a lot of the natural drive breed out of them. They will still do the job just not like the Euros. They have maintained the high drive much more than the U.S. that's also why they tend to be a little bigger and beefier. I love them both. And still can't wait for the day that my situation can better fit their needs. So I can stop loving them just in my heart, but also in my home a well.
@@kristenburkett4274 Any breed that the ALC has allowed into the show ring is usually less of a dog compared to before they became participants in their beauty contests
@@ImpureForceexactly even if theyre on your property thats a bad sign. They should be trained to alert and corner intruders, if theyre actively attacking without a command then they need some serious training.
My European Shepherd was the same, the neighbors were amazed how she would heard my grand children away from the street they would ask how did you train her to do that.
I had a female Dobie many years ago. The first 2 years she was WAY ADHD. But I took her to training and that really helped. After 2 years old, she was absolutely the BEST dog. Training is absolutely key.
@@danajones3818 Trust me the money spent on training will bring the dog's lifetime of love and commitment to you. You will be connected with that dog like you never imagined.
@@danajones3818 protection training is very expensive - your regular day-to-day training on having a well behaved companion is much more affordable! Still expensive depending on your perspective but worth it. My trainer costs $100/h which seems the average in my area for private lessons. You can do group lessons cheaper.
Dobermans are also WHINERS, and are definitely prone to having separation anxiety. Start training for that while they are Young. Give the puppy time alone by itself. You’ll thank yourself for it in the future.
I have 2 European line Dobermans male and female. They are absolutely amazing and beautiful dogs I’ve owned. Truly man’s best friend and will defend me to the end. Yes, they are vigilant and alert but once they understand their roles and when to be on/off can’t ask for a better companion in all scenarios to include with young ones. The only minus I have for them is that they will NEVER give you any alone time.. you are theirs and they are yours.
So true. My sticks to me like glue. If I'm watching TV she's laying next if not on me. If I get up to go to the bathroom she's waiting at the door. If I go outside and do yard work she's right with me. I love it though. First dog I ever had that really wants to be with you. She goes everywhere with me.
I agree. I have an 11 month old (I chose to leave her unaltered) female European Doberman. Although I did quite a bit of research I wasn’t fully informed about what I was stepping into. With that being said, I plan on getting another when she is 3-4. I take her to work with me, HEAVILY socialize her in new places with random people (my goal is for her to be neutral) and have a trainer whom helps me weekly. (I currently spend around $400.00 a month on training alone) This is not a breed you can get, leave home all day, not socialize and not have help with training. I have spent a small fortune so far, but regret nothing. She is AMAZING, but this breed is NOT for everyone. This has been a TON of work and there will be a level of management for the rest of her life. Not only does she get to stretch her legs outdoors daily, we are having sessions on the treadmill daily now. I have to be firm, but not overbearing. You could EASILY ruin one of these magical creatures if you are too aggressive. She is GREAT with my kids, but as you say there are times her energy is just “vibrating” and she could accidentally step on them or knock one over etc. She is loyal to a fault, and although she is a family dog, I am her “person”. She does her job and well. I see great promise of what she will mature into. I am considering a male for my next venture🖤
I think it’s important to not if you can take them to a reputable doggy daycare to socialise whilst youre at work its a great alternative. Not only does this desensitise them to other dogs and people, but it also ensures that they get some exercise during the day to help with the excess energy m. Obviously this is a pricey option but dobermans are already an expensive investment especially if you’re responsible and getting them from a good breeder. Taking them on long walks or at least a really good hike on a weekly basis can also do wonders. You definitely need to be active with this dog. An important thing to note that im surprised wasn’t mentioned here is DCM, its said to be prevalent in 60% of dobermans and should really be tested once a year at check ups. Putting them on specific diets can really help with this, but especially given its fatal people should really be aware of it.
I’ve had 3 dobes so far and will continue to own them. Posting is hard work but rewarding. And imo socializing is the most important part of training. One of mine is a “Covid puppy” and we couldn’t socialize as easily as before. It shows. Love the videos.
I have a 3 yo female, which I had trained myself, and after owning many dogs before I couldn’t believe how amazing Dobies are, they’re incredible dogs, I live in an apartment and is a must to walk her 2 times a day? Yes! But let me tell that for me they are amazing apartment dogs, maybe when she was a puppy she bitten something but after the 9 month she became a really careful dog, she’s carful with my boys in the house, is incredible, she is always seeking for a touch from us and to be petted, always wants to jump in the car with me to do anything really respectful and caring dog. I have two little boys and she had become like the little girl for me.
This was the dog I needed as a child, I got the picture perfect one in my early 20s, too dumb to fully understand what I had, but he was such a good boy. I would never own another one, I am now very passionate about protection bulldogs.
After owning one now for almost two years, all you said is correct. Our female is the best dog with kids. So gentle with them. But a bull with me. She wants training and to run/play. And man, she is good motivated! But she has always been so sweet. And super smart!
One of the first dogs I really got to know was the German Doberman of a relative. I was five and our heads were almost the same height. We wrestled, he put his leg in front of me when I was running making me fall. I miss him, even though it's been over 40 years since then. Very gentle dog though, always careful with little me. 😊 Check out the Transylvanian Bloodhound. Looks similar, but can get up to the size of a great Dane. A friend got one and his back reached my hip, and I am not short.
I love my Doberman! Has been my dream dog since I was kid^-^ Got my puppy in March this year, and is my first "big dog". Decided to take obedience training once he was 4 months because I wanted to learn how to properly handle him. Very intelligent breed; training him has been a great experience for me! I definitely agree that Dobermans have a hard time focusing and is something we are both constantly working on. In my case, I heavily dedicate a lot of time on this portion of his training due to his lack of confidence. Mainly focus on removing that fear and turning it to trust. It's amazing because he is a fast learner, so to see him improve on the daily is astonishing! He is half Euro/American, and surprisingly has a calmer behavior/less prey drive than most dobbies I have seen. But for sure, a loooot of energy haha! They are big goofballs and I love it!
@@jsaad123 1 training/walk is enough for him. I think what helps me a lot is on my busy days, I mix in his training while I’m doing stuff around the house. Working on his down stay is a good command (While I cook/clean he can sit there for 30min!), or say other commands he may know (sit, stay, etc,), and have him heel to me as I move around the house. Gets him stimulated enough that I can go for a quick 30min walk. But my actual training sessions are usually during his walks, so when I have time, I do go out for 2 hours (since my main focus is exposure). So for really busy ppl or a family, that can be a weekend thing.
@@marlinrosas6688i think it’s important to mention you dont need to take them out a lot but you do need quality. 2 hours is great if you do it all a once, i know someone who was also successful in taking them out of 2 walks a day (morning and night) and then did a big hike on the weekends. I think he also had him in doggy daycare during the weekdays for extra exposure to other dogs and environments from an early age which really help desensitise and mellow the dog out
@@thomasedinger8152 That's awesome, congrats on your new pup! I wish the best for the both of you. My dobbie has been well, he is over 1 year old now. He has calm down a bit, still a goof ball, but not as hyper when I am working, so that's a win lol
Around here I've seen a few dobermans trained for small game hunting, especially rabbits. They definitely have the speed and stamina for chasing and retrieving game (even from the water) and I didn't notice any obedience problems, but they struggle a bit in dense brushes and may get a little aggressive with other dogs.
Just adopted a doberman american bully mix. She's the sweetest and most social dog. She definitely has ADHD lol. If i dont work with her everyday shes nuts. She's a good girl. Very nice to new people.
Very good video. After having Dobermans majority of my adult life. They will walk all over an owner if not trained and understand where their place is in the pack. They learn quickly and are very trainable. They also need their mind worked as much as their bodies. If they don’t get enough exercise, they are a force to be reckoned with. Intimidation factor is fabulous. With cropped ears, you can spot these dogs anywhere. They don’t like change and if one piece of furniture is moved, they are very cautious. They are big babies and make excellent family pets. But, they have to be worked with and understand their place or they will challenge you.
I had two Dobermans that I lost in the last 2 years. They were born 6 months apart in 2008. They were very active dogs and I took them out running in open fields everyday. Easy to take care of but they do shed a lot of hair all over. Their hair maybe be short but it will still be all over your house. They both lived 13 years. They were the greatest dogs. Mine were black and rust and they were trained well. They definitely kept people away but were great as family dogs. My grandchildren loved them. I am thinking about getting another but I am in my 60s now so I may not be right for one anymore as I am not as active as I use to be. They are by far my favorite dog.
I love my ADHD Doberman, I’m right up there with them ADHD and Always full of energy, I live on ten acres and have a full agility course as our playground! My female is very emotional and could be aggressive in situations. she’s absolutely a breath taking fawn and quite aware of her beauty. MY Male is level headed and not as hyper, although he’s still in tact. He’s a big boy at almost two years old he’s 90 lbs. blue and rust. VERY STRONG! Also a beautiful boy! I’m Starting them both pulling a cart, just because I enjoy working with my dogs and seeing what all they can do. I think my female would be great at bite sports.
Garret, I predict that within a year, you will have your own show on a national network...like Animal Planet....your channel, your top-level expertise, sense of humor and charisma is the BEST.
I'm on my 3rd Doberman (European line) now. Sadly I lost my second female (my dog soulmate) suddenly in May 2020 to hemangiosarcoma she was 9yrs old (American line). My current girl has Von Willebrand Disease (blood clotting disease) and DCM1. Sadly they're a very sick breed and they're only getting worse. DCM being the worst. I have loved this breed for 34 years and my current girl will be my last because it's heartbreaking to lose your best friend at such a young age. I wish and hope they keep working on getting the breed healthy. They truly are the best!
Got my puppy 2 months ago, and I got the online diy course!! He’s doing great. Thank you garret for making us better dog owners so we can have the best dog 😉
I’ve not had much experience with dogs but my father is getting a Doberman soon and I’m scared of dogs due to multiple attacks towards me and I’m using these videos to feel better about it
Been thinking of investing into a fully-trained personal protection Doberman in a few years. Still considering it, but your video has helped point out a few things that I hadn't considered before another the breed. Very informational and educational video!
@@Fonzwxrth they’re a pretty penny. I’ve researched a few companies and their prices ranged from 20k-55k. But keep in mind, most trainers who train protection dogs, don’t sell the dog until it’s at least 1.5 years old. And they are fully trained and socialized by the time you get them. Not to mention is great medical condition
We have our 5th one! She’s a red euro female now 5mths and she’s the best most well behaved and fastest learner we have had yet! Would say you are very accurate with all your info!!
Awesome vid. Enjoyed ur thorough analysis of the Dobie. Especially found ur rating system very visual; effective n explanatory. Kudos for upload. Please consider producing a vid on American Bulldog. Peace
We had a Doberman pincher Rottweiler mix and she was the most wonderful companion ever. Sweet, smart and beautiful but we lost her to cancer in 2018...Honestly I had never been on time to anything in my life except for her vet appointments from the beginning up until her very last one. I miss her still. RIP Leslie.
If I may, do you always (or almost always) use shock collars in your training? I adopted an 18 month old Doberman who was completely neglected his first year and starved nearly to skin and bones. I am not an expert trainer at all. I trained him myself and he is a phenomenal dog. Ive personally never used a shock collar or similar methods. He heels, listens, sits, waits, finds me, high fives, guards, has threshold etiquette, excellent impulse control, just everything! He started super insecure and reactive. I almost backed out in the beginning but stayed consistent. Anyway, I just wonder why, genuinely, there are shock collar trainers when it can be done without. Is it just because you see more obvious results faster? For the impatient clients? Is it o my used as a last resort? I’m not trying to sound rude, like I said, I’m a novice and somehow managed to train my Doberman to the point people compliment and ask where I had him trained. I don’t know things lol Im wanting to be educated. So, if anyone can educate me on why shock collars are used other than maybe in dire situations to save a dog from being euthanised, I would greatly appreciate it. 🙏🏻
absolute best dog breed in the world, Have owned Dobermann's since the late 80's. Unfortunately my last one passed in 2019 at 16 years 3 months old. Love all dogs, cats but the Dobermann is the pinnacle for me
My Doberman is 10 years old, the best damn dog I have ever had. Loyal loyal loyal. His hips are now starting to affect him. 10 to 12 years of life, and he is just now having these problems. He is awesome with all children. At this time in his life, we keep the toddlers away just because he is older and can have body aches he didn't have in the past. So just be aware of your dog being older and him being a little more irritable than they would be when younger. You don't have to pay 100k to have a Doberman as a guard dog. My Doberman was not trained. He knew not to walk out the front door with it wide open. In his prime, I dare you to walk up on his boy or girl, my son and daughter. That would have been a bad day for you. These dogs will protect no matter what.
HANNA SOMATIC K-9 TOUCH by Hanna Somatic Education got my dobie walking again in 3 session. I could self apply the touch therapy but had to do it 2-3X a week. Takes about 30 minutes, but be done in less time here and there. Don’t ask to many questions… it won’t help. It’s too complex. Just get a video and follow the instructions. You’ll like a home run if you can see / understand how it works from a feeling / vibe/ I get it stand point. Sorry to sound nebulous but it worked for my Hunter age 12 he could not walk at all. Pee and poop on self. He then made 3 more years of mobility and with stairs. Good luck and best wishes-
Dobies are such a special breed. Sophie the Dobie is the most amazing dog I have ever met - loyal, protective and full of energy and love! She has a great owner that trained her so well. Love for all dogs!!!!!!!!🐕🐕🐕🐕🦺🐕🦺🐕🦺💖💖💖💖
I have 2 Dobermans They are amazing. They are so intuitive and in tune to my emotions. They think out of the box and actually problem solve. I’ve had many dogs but nothing comes close to the Doberman.
Yess! Perfect timing! I LOVE the light on Dobermans!!! I recently got a 50/50 American/Euro Doberman and he is my son in Dobie form. Is almost 5 months old and slightly over 40 pounds. I have been loving the puppy/teen stages lately and really enjoying seeing my boy’s growth physically and mentally! Not first dog but first dobie and I couldn’t be happier. My only suggestion on this video was the health of Dobermans: I am surprised you put bloat as a big one. Although it is a health concern, I feel like DCM 1&2 are a bigger health killer than bloat.
I got a Doberman in 1989 and she lived till 2001. Incredible dog and for a female she was massive. Most of her adult life she was about 40kg about 88lbs. When she was 6 months old I met a woman walking her male Doberman that was 18 months and mine was so much bigger, she couldn’t believe it was female. Very protective, she would just sit and stare at people who came to my house she didn’t know. For those she did know she had so much love. I now have a Rottweiler, My Doberman was a great dog and so have my 3 Rottweilers since.
I had a Doberman named Rory when I was younger, he was the most intimidating dog I’ve ever seen but he was so sweet, would never hurt a fly. Best dog ever, fly high Rory ❤
With regard to how the Dobermann instinctively protects, I think you need more than 5 (or whatever) that you've trained to make a judgement. I can say from experience, that I have had young Dobermanns that protected my property without any formal training. I have seen our dogs that held people without attacking them, but were only trained by us for basic obedience and as a family dog around our kids.
Agreed. Owner of multiple European Working Line Dobermans! Imported as well. Mine have natural instinct to protect exactly what they were created to do. Mine have even been catch dogs for wild boars. I don’t think this guy favors Dobermans. I’d personally choose a European Doberman over a German Shepard or Cane Corso!
Thanks for great content. I'm a jogger and psychotherapist. I'm thinking of a standard poodle, perhaps a show, agility or obedience prospect with a great temperament but not quite performing to the breeder's standard. Love to see a standard poodle deep dive breed profile and your take on the idea of jogging and potentially to try out for therapy training. Thanks!
My friend owned a big red docket one. He didn't train him right, so he was a menace to society. The town he lived in, had a one-strike law about "Dangerous" Dogs. I always warned him. My buddy was a bit of a mean prankster, and the dog grew up just like him. He loved to scare people, although he never laid a tooth on anyone. I always warned him that he couldn't control him. He laughed it off until this neighborhood mom and her kids were walking up the street one day... Two toddlers riding in a Radio Flyer Wagon, being pulled by a seven year old, while the mom carried a baby. We knew them. The dog saw them and just went off! He knocked us both down and headed at them like a fanged 40mph cruise missile! All the time we're screaming at him to stop. He circled them really close by for two laps barking furiously at them, before running back inside the house. I slammed the door and yelled at him. I looked through the peephole and the whole family is bawling their eyes out. Me too. I told his owner: "You Better go apologize, quick!" Holy crap people! Train Your Animals! Forgot to mention he attacked the mom first and astonishingly, she held the baby out to him! He would run by me and grab a football at full gallop, when we were playing. That was one of the most frightening things that's ever happened to me. Probably took five years off my life.
European dobermans from working lines can be almost as good as malinois in bite work. Also they can be nervous, sharp and aggressive. There is still a lot of aggression and strong prey drive in some lines from Germany, Poland or Czech Republic. They are also smaller and fitter than show lines from Russia or Belarus. I have male and female. Male is more show line, but can do excelent bite work, he's very tough, with strong mind, calm and happy for most time, but with strong owner protection instinct. Female is my 2nd dobie, she is adopted. She wasn't nice family pet in her last family. Actualy she was a pretty nightmare for those people I must say. A lot of IPO/IGP dogs in her pedigree and no proper training is probably the answer. She is very serious and can bite any intuder on her yard, also nervous and reactive toward strangers, but she can work like crazy. There will always be doberman in my family, I just love them, but they are not for everyone.
So my current dog is a lab mix that is 12 yrs old and a sweetheart, my next I want doberman I've always love there temperament and look, but always watch your videos to see your experience and oppintion and will always
My best dog ever you know, “the dream dog” was a Doberman Rotty mix. She was a dream. Best dog ever. She was being police dog trained (by a police man not the force) before I got her at 9 months. She loved sweatshirts and to wear things! I got her a leather jacket it was too small she was heartbroken. 😅 I used to paint her toe nails red too. She was awesome. Still miss her. I lost her to cancer in her shoulder at 9. 😢
We had a Doberman that past away a few years ago. He was the best dog I’d ever had. So loyal and well behaved. He was scary enough looking too be a deterrent, but actually had the sweetest nature.
We've had Dobermans for 15 years. Incredible animals and a wonderful addition to a family. One thing to think about is that not all Dobermans are the same- there's a fairly wide spectrum of disposition and energy. Be sure the Doberman you want is a good match for your family. Can't recommend them too highly.
I always grew up around dogs. So my 1st dog was a black and rust doberman. If I ever move someplace where I can have another dog, it would definitely be another doberman.
I’d love to hear your take on Prince the Doberman on Beckam’s dog training channel. Joel seems like a cool guy and he has had several brilliant dobies and now Prince who is gorgeous and incredibly well trained. We grew up with a doberman boi and he was just so lovely - handsome and a loverboy who wanted scritches and treats.
Beckmans dog Prince is incredible , I think Dobies make great apartment dogs as long as they get exercised ,, they’re pretty adaptable,and I they take to training incredibly well and I feel they have less hyper drive than Shepards
I found a 1-year-old emaciated Doberman a couple miles from my house in the desert a few months ago. I've had a lot of different dogs,but this doberman is Absolutely the best dog I've ever had. Was fostering but decided to keep because of how amazing this breed is. I think I am now hooked on Dobermans.
I have a boxerman and I was a little leery because my grandparents had a doberman who was an ass but boxers, wonderful dogs. But the dog was also trained to just be a guard dog really. Not really social. But this dog i decided to train the dog to be trained to do tricks walk well and be social but also obedient for my sister. She has been around my little boy and I am incredibly impressed. She's blue/brown colored. Very beautiful. Fell in love with this breed. Might get me one in the future.
As a Dobermann owner (European working line) this is actually a really good appraisal. There are some common health issues not mentioned, such as DCM which is a big killer. Bottom line is if you want a Dobermann, be ready to be busy. They don't just thrive with protection work (in fact, most Dobie's probably aren't cut out for it) but are great for trailing, scent work, search, therapy, and they are even ok at agility. Bottom line is - working breed means it needs a job to do!
Please put out more videos if possible. We love your videos and throw them on the big screen. We are still trying to decide what pup we should get and we love getting educated on how to train our future good boy
I bought my first and current Doberman back in 2016 I did my research and got one, I had to put up a 6 foot fence in my back yard he is now 7 and 1/2 years old and yes I walk him two times a day and let him run hard but I wait about 3/5 hours after he eats because of bloat. I got his ears cropped and that is lots of work for 4 months but well worth it. My vet told his weight should be 75/80 pounds, this past January he was at 85 pounds I will try and get 5 pounds off him this summer. the tail was docked when I bought him at 12 weeks, I would say this is the best dog breed period, when I was a child we had an Irish Setter, my Doberman is 100% better, my parents took the Irish Setter away after 7 months we did not take care of him, I'm now an adult and work at home and I'm with my Doberman 24/7 I have never been away from my Doberman more than a day.
You are absolutely correct they are loyal protective but easily distracted I have a Doberman/Lab and my neighbor (big guy 6’5”-6’6”) approached me yelling with his fists balled and my dog turned into pure aggression, it took everything I had to keep him from going after him. I never knew how protective he was and he definitely keeps me safe. The downfall is the high prey drive. He goes after other dogs and animals. Is there anyway of correcting this?
Ok, rewatching 11 months later. 3 y/o european male. Naturally protective of me most and family second. Not resouce guarding. 1000% apartment friendly, just give them enough activity. And the emotional intelligence and owner bond is absolutelly insane. Whatever emotion i feel, dont even show, he immediatly emmulates. They are so amazing. And so soooo underrater in this channel. Which is in a way fair if you only trained so few and havent lived with any. And temperment - protective as hell yes, but if they are well in tune with the owner - any creature owner approved is generally absolutelly approved. For kids. My son is 7. He is not the fist in line to be able to handle my dog, but he is the second most capable. My dog counts as follows: mom is everything; if mom is not around and is not telling me to - the tiny spawn of mom must be protected. Loyalty - insane. Amazing dogs. Absolutely amazing and wonderous. Aaaaand not to be "bashing" to a breed, bit you do have a heavu bias toward some, and it really shows in the protection breeds, extremelly so in the types youve had very rarely. 5-10 dogs are not enough to declare a rating in my personal opinion. (A european owner of a european dobermann)
i have had 12 dobermans over the years and i have 4 right now, they are amazing in what they can conform to and become just the right dog for you. no other dog will make you feel so loved! they are awesome that way, and they will go after bad guys without any training, at least the ones i have had would, especially if you have more than one, two or more really get that mob mentality to protect you and your family. and they are always loyal and so intelligent they will blow your mind!
Before you get a Doberman know that these dogs aren't easy to raise. I was given a female puppy for free. People with Dobermans will always talk up the breed to the point that they don't express its potential problems. So what I've learned from my dog: 1. They can be easily over stimulated. They're an athletic breed so you might think that they require a ton of exercise and walks to tire them out, but in reality this could have the opposite effect and only give the dog more energy. 2. They can be really hard headed. They could have days where they just don't care and won't listen to commands. I have researched and one of the things with this breed is that they can have a form of ADHD. I believe this could be to blame and yes this could be the case with a Doberman from a good bloodline as well. 3. Unless you train your dog to be a guard dog, it won't automatically act as a protection dog. My dog is friendly with virtually everyone she's met. I've had strangers come to the door and she could be minding her own business in another room 😂. 4. People have probably bred the protective instinct out of some of the dogs. I have found that most of the people that own this breed treat them like children, not dogs. In the past I've heard people call a dominant Doberman a problem Doberman so if you're looking for a natural protection dog as in it acts like a trained guard dog, chances are you're not going to get one unless you train it. 5. This one is just my opinion but I think the Doberman community is toxic in the sense that they have probably changed the breed's personality traits. Just like how the pitbull community gets a bad rep for mishandling their dogs I feel that the Doberman community should be called out too. Now in this case it's the opposite of what the bully community is known for and it's that they might have bred the aggression out of the breed, but in doing so, the breed has potentially gained other unwanted personality traits. You won't believe how often I hear people talk about how their Dobermans have pretty much taken over their house like it's cute or something to be proud about. I think this adds to the idea of having a breed that's over praised by the same community that has enabled certain characteristics. In my opinion some people wanted a lapdog and got a Doberman when maybe they should've gotten a miniature pinscher. With that said, if you decide to get a Doberman it's very important that you see how the breeder has trained the parents because believe it or not the puppies even at 16 weeks old will carry the habits it learned from the breeder and it's parents. I've owned multiple dogs over the years and one of the best dogs I've ever had was a mixed breed. It just goes to say that you shouldn't expect a dog to be a certain way only because of the breed. Remember that behind the breed there's always the community so if you want a dobbie look into the community and see if it's what you're looking for.
My babysitter growing up was a big male fawn red Doberman. Cocky was the best friend a little boy could have, we ran the woods together, we wrestled, camped you name it he was with me. Parents never worried about me being out "alone" people were scared to death of him but, he was just my friend. I've had labs and pibbles since but, I landed my dream job recently so I'm saving up and researching breeders.
I don’t own a Doberman but my friend does. He had a brother/sister combo but the female died at age 5 of cancer. So he only has the male now. They are phenomenal dogs and we had no reservations of them being around our children. They were very well trained and the only thing they wanted out of our kids was for them to throw the ball for them for hours on end. They are extremely fast and almost galloped like a horse out in the forest. We introduced the male last summer to our chihuahua puppy who was only 2.5 lbs at the time and the Doberman was actually scared of her at first. He was such a big baby and didn’t know what to think of this little yappy puppy who was chasing after him.
I love these videos i used to read a lot as a kid and dogs were one of two subjects i always loved to read about. also this dog is a mood 😂 i have horrible add and if i dont have my meds its so hard to converse with me. i just randomly switch the conversation a lot and im way too much for people. but glad theres a dog that could match that energy. Still cane corso is #1 in my heart though and i really hope to be able to own one someday. i love bigger stronger dogs and i would love to own a variety in my life. so these are very helpful and entertaining videos. ty for what you do ❤
I live in a apartment in Salt Lake City but am in the mountains almost everyday biking, hiking, and running. Is it not a good fit? I’ve always wanted a Doberman
