The breed has since lived up to its namesake expectations, being used as a guard dog as well as used in many service industries. In fact, a Doberman named Kurt was said to have alerted Marines of the approach of Japanese soldiers, possibly saving all of their lives.
In addition, Doberman Pinschers have been long used in police work, used in search and rescue as well as other capacities. Dobermans are well-known for their long, sleek builds. Although they are born with floppy ears and long tails, their owners often have their ears cropped and tails docked, giving them a much more menacing appearance.
Both procedures are cosmetic and unnecessary; many owners prefer to allow their dogs to have the softer look that these dogs are naturally born with. Unfortunately, any dog that is born and bred to be protective is often going to known to bite. Many Doberman Pinschers have also been trained to become attack dogs and have been portrayed that manner in popular media for many years.
Although these dogs can be wonderful family dogs and fiercely loyal, they can also be very protective and dangerous. In comparison to many other breeds, the Doberman Pinscher is less likely to bite or attack.
In fact, most dogs have such a strong instinct to protect their loved ones that no amount of socialization will diminish it. Some breeds make better guard dogs than others.
Practice makes perfect, just be patient and in time your dog will learn to protect you and the rest of your family when strangers approach. Dobermans are prone to separation anxiety.
Dobermans typically do very well in pairs, and this is because they have inherently similar temperaments. Yes, in general Dobermans are friendly and gentle dogs.
A well trained and socialized Doberman will get along with most dogs including other Dobermans. Sometimes male Dobermans may not do well with other male Dobermans or dogs. It is a natural instinct for a male Doberman to want to assert dominance with another male. Doberman pinschers are considered people-oriented dogs that are affectionate and sweet with people, if socialized and trained properly.
They are loyal to their owners and are good with children if raised with them; however, some Dobermans bond only to one person. Max Sparwasser Law Firm published the statistics relating to significant injury or death from dog bites based on media reports. The statistics were listed by breed from to Dobermans appeared 18th on the list of the top 30 breeds of dogs causing serious injuries source.
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, half of the injuries resulting from dog bites are on children between the ages of 5 and 9 years old. The top three people most bitten were kids, the elderly, and postal service employees. When Dobermans are properly trained and socialized, the chances of anyone getting bitten is really quite slim. However, these are situations where a bite could occur. Dobermans are not prone to biting out of the blue. There are almost always warning signs that can predict aggressive behavior.
These are some of the more common signs that your Doberman may be uncomfortable, anxious, suspicious of a given situation, or even about to bite. How your Doberman was raised and socialized is probably the biggest factor in determining how likely they are to get triggered by any specific circumstance. If your Doberman was raised in your home and feels safe and comfortable in almost any situation, there will be little that will unsettle him to the point of biting.
Be aware of a situation that may create tension for your Doberman such as the following. A Doberman that has been well socialized and has proven themselves over time can be an amazingly gentle, loving, and steadfast dog that can be fully trusted with infants and adults alike.
In fact, Dobermans are known for being extremely good with kids. Making sure to socialize your dog as much as possible during their first year of life will help them to become predictable as adults later on. Expose your dog to as many situations, noises, other animals, other dogs, and people as possible early and often.
Then just give your dog plenty of love. These are the absolute best things you can do to promote the development of a gentle adult Doberman. When their boundaries have been well defined and expectations made clear, they will generally be more than happy to comply.
While the myth that a Doberman will randomly turn on, and attack, its owner is a long-standing one. Many Doberman owners every year come to me with behavior problems of various kinds and levels of seriousness.
Just keep loving your Dobermans and they will return the favor every day. The Surprising Truth for more. TIP: Are you considering getting a Doberman puppy? Do Dobermans become suddenly aggressive? Dobermans are smart, loyal, and obedient dogs. A Doberman raised properly in a loving home will not become suddenly aggressive without provocation. Can a Doberman kill you? Most large dog breeds are capable of killing a human. However, Dobermans have only been involved in 1.
Despite being bred for use in protection rolls, Dobermans are rarely involved in human fatalities. I'm the founder of Doberman Planet. I live in the Sacramento area of California and love spending quality time with Cooper, my 6-year-old Doberman Pinscher. There are many ways to tell if your Doberman is in heat.
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