This is completely normal and can be corrected. As you know, your dog is very protective which is why he`s doing all the protective barking. I recently went through the same thing with my Great Dane

Do not pay attention to it when it whines. Keep with it.

One of the worst things you can do with a doberman is to hit them. Dobermans are one breed that never forgets whether it be good or bad. I use the tapping on the nose to correct my dobermans. I have o

Dobermans can get along quite well with other dogs if you socialize them with other dogs from an early age. They are very protective of there owners so you have to show them from the start that other

Anytime you add a new dog to a "pack" here will be squabbles over a new order. When A new dog is added they don't just file into the bottom of the order, the whole order has to be reestabli

Did you ever have him tested for thyroid problems this can cause all kinds of problems such as hair loss eye matter problems, weight loss check it out.

yes I think the dog whisperer is ok but you are dealing with peoples children and a big dog so just for your safety theirs and your dog I would attach a shock collar to be sure you can call him off sh

They usually continue to grow till 18 to 24 months. Although some continue to slowly grow throughout their lives. During her second year she will grow most of her muscle mass. The first year is pretty

As a Dobermann Pinscher owner for many years I advise you to find this young and energetic canine a new, proper home if you are not able to exercise him more. This breed is not for everyone, especiall

with 16 weeks our Dobi was 43lbs and he isn't on the huge side...

yes they do,if you socialize them very well.besides my dobi,i have 7 parrots here,two bunny's,one guinea pig and a german shephard and they all get long very well,sure with supervsion,same with kids,A

By the sound of it, your dogs seem ok around other dogs, so yes! Some older dogs aren't very fond of younger puppies in their space so make sure you have them around each other and see how they play a

It's possible that he sees you as a subordinate. Read up on the dogs' hierarchical nature to find ways to make sure he knows that you're in charge.

I have heard that the lighter colors suffer more skin problems/sensitivity. The Doberman Pinscher Club of America is trying to stop the expansion of the gene pool of albanistiic "white"

I have an 8 month old dobie and had the same problem - we gave her benedryl 25mg/one pill 3 times a week and it cleared it up, the vet said it was allergies. I hope this works for you

The research I found for cropped ears is a 6-7 month healing time. Also the most common response I got for what to use for taping was to use tampons. They are stiff yet soft.

not true, dobermans have long normal tails,

Yes they will change colors. All puppies are born with blue eyes and then they change. The only ones that don't change are whites, their eyes do stay blue.

Like people, dogs especially dobermans have different temperaments. The preference for a male or female is a personal choice. Females have their own issues to deal with just like women do. It is reall

Look up (house of hoytt doberman) and purchase his "quick brace", they are very very good, they work on dogs up to 3 yrs old. you can call and speak to Barri Hoytt yourself he is very helpful person,

No dogs 'need' there dewclaws removed. Unless you plan to show your dog in the AKC. All you would be doing is puting your dog through unecessary pain.

Hi my name is Vicky. I have 2 dobs. A boy and a girl. They are excellent dogs but as you have said, it means alot to give them attention and let them know they are loved and wanted. Well every one has

Our first Doberman (Dacquari, she's 6 yrs old now) was raised with a Miniature Pinscher and a 4 lb Yorkshire Terrier. We've actually found that Dac. would play tug-o-war rough with us and when one of

Cutting or "Cropping" is purely for looks, and is not done for the breed's health. In fact many breeders and even some vets are starting to refuse to crop the puppies tails and ears.

We have a female dobie, smaller then yours, she is very friendly with everyone UNLESS SHE THINKS YOU ARE HURTING ONE OF US!!!! She was raised with 3 children a cat and an old dog loves to play, walk,

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My doberman was the same way, he would not play in the yard, but loved to play in the house. He also didn't even like going outside other than potty unless I was with him. As far as the jumping, put y

First thing, Dobermans are inside dogs, they cant be left outside especially if it gets cold. As far as being with other dogs they do fine, as long as you raise them with the other dogs. They are grea

Some people will let them go at 8 weeks if fully weaned. 14 weeks is more ideal as they continue to learn from the mother until that age. They should be fully socialized with many people, situations

Leave the poor little bastards ears alone! Get your ears chopped if you want it that badly.

Pedigree is cheap food full of fillers. It has been recalled a couple times. I think your dog is telling you that it's not nutritious enough. Try looking for a better grain free brand of food. Che

It is her anal gland. When mine would get scared she'd excrete her gland and it would smell up the whole car. I always kept a seat cover on the seat so I could wash it. Her gland was not infected she

well when they are frightened they will pee so it is normal if she is a puppy rhen she will probably will stop