Learning About The Doberman Pinscher Dog Breed

There are many different dog breeds, and each has their own unique and special characteristics that go with them. The Doberman Pinscher dog breed was first bred in Germany in the 1890′s. They were initially bred by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann and named in honor of him. There are several different breeds that were used to create this unique dog, including the German Shepard, the Rottweiler and the Great Dane.

The Doberman Pinscher dog breed was made to be loyal, intelligent and to be used as a good guard dog.

Characteristics Of The Doberman Pinscher Dog

Since the dog was breed to be a working dog, this breed has been used as guard dogs, police dogs and even in the military. The Doberman Pinscher dog breed was used during World War II by the American Marines and many were killed during a battle in Guam. There is a memorial in place that recognizes the courage of these dogs.

The Doberman Pinscher dog is known as a medium sized dog that is usually black or brown. Although it can come in blue, red or a fawn color depending on their genetic make-up. White Doberman Pinscher dogs also have existed, but they come with a genetic problem that most breeders will not encourage in their breeding practices. The blue and fawn colors also have had some genetic problems and in some countries, these colors are banned in their shows. Some unethical dog breeders will advertise white Doberman Pinschers and sell them as exclusive without explaining about genetic problems with the breed.

The tails are often bobbed and the ears cropped so that they stand up. When original bred, the idea was to have a sleek built dog, so the ears and tails were surgically enhanced to facilitate that vision. However this practice is not in use all over the world and in some dog shows they do not allow for any dogs that have been altered to appear in their dog shows.

The Doberman Pinscher dog breed has a reputation for being actually very gently and loving. They are, however a protective breed and will attack if they feel they or their family is threatened. They are extremely loyal and a well socialized Doberman Pinscher dog can be a true asset to a family where they will find that this breed is good with all family members and even other dogs.

The Doberman Pinscher dog is one of the most highly recognizable breeds around, and is a favorite with many.