Historical Summary of the Breed
The Doberman is the only breed in Germany that bears the name of its first stockbreeder, Frederick Louis Doberman. He was a tax collector, slaughterhouse manager and municipal employee legally registered for picking up stray dogs. In its origins, the Doberman "carried the blood" of a Rottweiler, Pinscher, Weimaraner, Manchester Terrier and Beauceron. It is thought that the dog was created because, in his profession, Doberman needed in his wanderings a safe and obedient dog that was capable of defending him.
Upon his death, the selection continued with the blood of a Greyhound and a Pointer, among others. During the last two major wars, the Doberman was distinguished in the service of the army as a courrier or medical dog, and today, police forces in many countries use this dog for its great qualities.
General Appearance
The Doberman is a medium-size dog, strong and very muscular. Even so, it has an elegant and proud carriage. Its secure character and the expression on its face corresponds perfectly with the ideal image of a dog.
Its short, tough fur is proportionate and tight to its body. It has the advantage in that it needs no special attention. It is black, dark brown or blue with well-defined rust markings. These markings can be found around the nose, cheeks, and upper eyelids, on the throat, toes, paws and the inner part of their legs. It has two spots on the chest.
Temperament and Behavior
The Doberman is basically friendly and peaceful. In the familiar type, it is a very attached breed and very gentle with children. It is easy to educate and very dedicated to its work. The Doberman is very efficient and brave with a well-tempered character. It is very attentive to all that happens around it, which makes it a very useful police dog. It is a very confident breed.
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Origin:Germany
