5 Things You Should Know About Doberman

Big Dog — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:43:04 +0000

Doberman was developed by a tax collector named Louis Dobermann, his intentions in creating this particular breed was to have a dog that will guard him to against the thieves for he carries monies all the time so he really needed protection. In order to come up with a smart and reliable guard dog that he desires, he crossed shorthaired shepherd dogs with several breeds such as terriers in black and tan colors, Rottweilers and German Pinscher. It is also believed that sleek dogs like Weimaraners and Greyhounds also played a role in the development of Doberman. Before hand, he produced dogs of a divergent type -Doberman Pinschers was the first and became famous as they were show cast at a dog show in 1897 in Erfurt, Germany. In 1900, the breed got an official recognition and was regarded as a German breed.

In the short span of 8 years, the American Kennel Club acknowledged and registers its first Doberman in 1908 but the Doberman Pinscher Club of America was only formed in 1921. This breed of dog was able to pave its way to popularity and was regarded as a police and military dogs throughout its history.

United States Marine Corp utilized Dobermans during the World War II in combat as sentries, scouts and messengers. And during the liberation of Guam, 25 Marine dogs suffered death. Battle in Okinawa was one of the bloodiest clashes America ever has and Doberman was seen in some of the footage in the archives.

The United Doberman Club made a bronze memorial statue for the dog that was raised in Guam in 1994 – the memorial was given the name “Always Faithful.” The were also a big part in the search and rescue operation for survivors and dead bodies at Ground Zero in 2001 during the World Trade Center bombing.

Despite its frightening reputation, Doberman still managed to be in the 14th rank in AKC’s registrations which used to be 23rd a decade ago. This popularity is because of its love and devotion for its family.

Relaxing Doberman puppy

Big Dog — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:16:28 +0000

Source: Three D’s

Just relax

Are Dobermans popular in the Middle East?

Big Dog — Thu, 27 May 2010 11:38:03 +0000

Dobermans were first bred by a tax collector, Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, in Germany around 1890. The reason why the Doberman breed has the features that we know and appreciate today, such as its intelligence, alertness and ferocity, is because Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann needed a guardian to protect him while on duty. The breeds guardian abilities are well known globally and the Middle East is no exception. Read more about popular dogs in the Dubai.

Doberman Puppy Photo

Big Dog — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:40:54 +0000

What a position for a Doberman pup to take! He will make a perfect watchdog when he grows up.

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Doberman Puppy

Big Dog — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:26:11 +0000

Too young to walk, but he just keeps trying! He will make a strong Doberman.

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5 Things You Should Know About Doberman

Relaxing Doberman puppy

Are Dobermans popular in the Middle East?

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Doberman Puppy