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- UNIQUE DOBERMAN PUPPY CARE, FEEDING AND TRAINING TIPS
Your Unique Doberman Puppy: In your Unique Doberman, you have purchased one of the finest Dobermans available worldwide. Not all people should own dogs and even fewer should have a Unique Doberman; but for those who will take the extra effort to properly raise their Doberman puppy, the rewards are more than compensating. With the proper care, feeding and training, your Unique Doberman puppy can grow up to be the beautiful, loyal and intelligent watchdog and companion for which his breed is recognized to be and for what it is so well known for and highly prized. The breeding of this World Champion Sired and World Champion titled Dam produced litter is such that with the proper care, feeding, Show / Schutzhund training, several individuals in this litter are capable of being taken to their championship titles in multiple disciplines! Your Unique Doberman puppy has had the advantage of excellent European breeding consisting of World Champion conformation titled sires and dams along with amazing working ability in agility/obedience, tracking and personal protection bite work as evidenced by their IPO, VPG, ZTP and Schutzhund titles, this superior genetic heritage combined with continued good care from you will now determine what your Unique Doberman puppy amounts to when it's full grown, and now the way he/she develops and grows from now on is largely up to you. Your Unique Doberman puppies Temperament: Unique Dobermans have been bred to provide you with an excellent stable family temperament! Without excessive sharpness which would endanger neighbors and friends, they will be an alert and very protective dog, please understand this is what they have been bred for over a hundred years to be. For the good of both you and the Doberman breed, we recommend they be raised to be a gentle and very social family companion and loyal protector. A Doberman is of no use if it's locked away in a bedroom when company comes over or if it's never taken to town to protect and provide you companionship while on city sidewalks or shops. Your Unique Doberman can easily be trained to be an effective or even vicious dog; however, if so trained he/she may well cause you a greatly disproportionate share of grief and inconvenience for each possible time his over-protectiveness will or could be of value. Your Doberman puppy must be well socialized with Humans to be of any protective value! He must allow welcome guests into your home, greet the meter reader, UPS, FED-X, the mailman on your property etc. Your family Doberman will always sense your feelings and respond accordingly! Keep that in mind next time he/she surprises you! Your current puppy handling and early training of your family Doberman will direct his future temperament. A dog not well socialized and used to people will be unsure and sharp so let your dog know early that visitors will neither harm him nor require his protection of you. Visitors and strangers need not pet or be overly friendly with your Doberman puppy they just need to be in the same room observing and watching. Chaining a dog or confining it to a small place away from people is very harmful to his temperament and cruel to a Unique family Doberman, he/she is not able to protect you if he is kept away from you, he will know this and it will cause him/her a great deal of separation anxiety! Give your new puppy all the love and companionship you can, especially the first week or two because he is still lonely. homesick and has just left his large family and the only humans he has known since he gasped his first breathes. NuVet Vitamins For around 55 cents per day (one tablet wafer per day), you can ensure that all nutritional requirements are satisfied and that you are doing everything possible to promote a healthy Doberman puppy by giving extra Taurine for their hearts. Order your Nuvet Vitamins today using our wholesale discount code. This will give you our breeder discount wholesale cost: Order your FELINE POWDER AND CANINE WAFER vitamins online today. To order by phone call 800-474-7044 and use our breeder discount code of #69685 to get our wholesale breeder discount cost. Also, you may also want to start the auto-ship/auto-reorder process to save an additional 15%.
- 9 Tips on keeping safe in real life situations with a Unique Doberman.
Owning a large European Dobermann makes a very good visual and auditory crime deterrent! When a potential burglar see's or hears that resounding BARK coming from pearly white fangs and 100 lbs of muscle behind them, he will go somewhere else, likely on a RUN! Dobermans are very efficient at sensing a threat, they can run faster for longer distances than any bad guy! Your Unique Doberman has been hand selected from strong imported European IGP/IPO/Schutzhund Working genetics and they will hear and smell any human threat long before you do, he will still be on duty while you are sleeping and even away from home. He provides a secure 24 hour around the clock surveillance that no camera can match! He cannot be bribed, disarmed, have the power cut off or be taken away from you, yet when raised properly he will remain a loyal and trusted companion and gentle family member all of his life. Thanks in part to Hollywood for putting a great deal of fear of Dobermans into the general public, the Doberman Pinscher is an outstanding choice for those wishing to deter crime. There is an amazing feeling of safety and security knowing your family is safe and fully protected while you are away. A dog- A Doberman Dog is an important part of your overall personal security system, perhaps even the most important part but they are not a complete system. Crime is going to happen, we cannot stop that, and mankind has tried for millennia and not been successful yet. Owning dogs deters crimes, owning Dobermans deters even more crime, and owning a dog that is trained to bark and give an aggressive alert on command is nearly always enough. I don't ever intend to use my dogs to "catch bad guys" that is what law enforcement is for, my dogs are only to buy me time to get to safety and secure my weapon, they deter crime, and they buy me time if I am in trouble. That is it. The dog is taught a long attack so it can meet the confrontation while we get to safety. What we are doing with our personal security plan, is really making someone else the victim. I know that sounds harsh but crime will happen, and we don't want it to happen to us or our loved ones. So the things below are things we want all of you to do to stay a little bit safer. Bad guy philosophy- Interviews and research show that bad guys are not afraid of getting hurt, it isn't the dog bite that scares them the most. What they fear the most is "getting caught". Barking dogs draw attention to a situation and increase the chance that they will be "caught". That is why even little fufu dogs help deter some crime. Another great thing is bad guys seem to be inherently afraid of dogs, Big Dobermans especially. Thank you Hollywood for helping to create this phenomenon! So we want to increase the chances that the bad guy will realize they would get caught hurting you or your property and they will move on to an easier victim. Lights- This is so important and yet so often overlooked. I want you to leave your porch lights on all night, front and back end of story. No exceptions. Also get some random timers installed that randomly turn lights on and off throughout the house 24/7. This makes it always appear like someone is home and awake. You also need to have motion lights and cameras working on all four sides of your home, bright flood light motion sensing types. I don't care how much it annoys the neighbors, explain all of this to them and encourage them to do the same thing. Tell them that by leaving their yards dark when yours is lit makes theirs look more vulnerable. It is possible for a whole neighborhood to be safe when people cooperate. Window coverings- Take a look from your front and back yard in at your home in the dark. Amazing what you can see isn't it? All windows should have working blinds that are down from dusk until dawn, no exceptions. You also need to trim bushes and trees away from windows and doors, and otherwise remove any "hiding spots" near your windows and doors. Fences- It is often said good fences make good neighbors, but they also reduce the ease of access to your home. I prefer a fenced front yard as well. It may make your home look less inviting to company, but it does make it less accessible to unwanted company as well. Fences are only as good as the gates though, an open gate does nothing for you, besides you'll need a good front yard fence to keep your Unique Doberman secure. Electronic security system- You need a home electronic security system with at the minimum door and window sensors. It needs to be installed and working, there needs to be clearly visible signs in the front yard and on windows. Signs- Besides your alarm company signs, you need to have beware of dog signs posted all over the house and yard. Neighborhood Watch- Start or join a neighborhood watch and even take your dog with you when it is time to patrol. One thing that really helps make a house a less likely target is to make the neighborhood a well lit, unlikely target. Put up neighborhood watch signs even if you don't have one, put them all around the neighborhood anyway and maybe even a neighbor or two will ask and join. Your Unique Doberman- Must be allowed to bark anytime someone comes to the door. Encourage it, reward it, take your time getting to the door. They need an "off" command to stop barking, but never discourage your dog from letting you know when someone is there. Warning barks are frustrating when you live with them every day, especially when you have 6 barking Dobermans :) but that is what makes my house a harder target for crime. Now let's talk about the rest of your day: Don't look like an easy victim in public wandering carelessly staring at your phone- The single most important thing you can do is walk around with your head up, looking people in the eye, walking briskly with purpose and being aware of your surroundings. Take a look in a parking lot sometime how people walk to and from their cars, can you see how easy it would be to car jack almost anyone? Look for things that seem out of place, a guy in Phoenix wearing a trench coat in July is certainly out of place! Watch for inconsistencies, watch for people who are watching you. When something doesn't feel right, when it doesn't look right, trust your gut and drive around a few more blocks, go to another store or find another option. Never pull into your garage or a parking stall without taking a good look around. Leave your car in reverse, not park with your foot on the brake. If trouble hits all you have to do is hit the gas to change the situation. Don't open your garage door until you are in front of it, don't get out of the car until it is closed again keeping the car in reverse not in park. Watch your mirrors and make sure no one followed you in, this is how many home invasions begin. If you have a Doberman, take him with you every where you can! What good is the protection dog that is locked up at home while you are at the park? This is another reason I tell people to get multiple dogs, so one can be at home protecting the house while one is protecting you. I also often show a demonstration where with a really good dog, I can fight it off and keep myself safe for the most part. Two dogs change the fight dramatically, and three dogs are overwhelming, and four absolutely impossible to deal with. The other neat thing is to watch the pack dynamic develop and watch how they really work together and use team work. Here are some more great tips, geared towards women specifically: Through a Rapist's Eyes (No Joke) A group of rapists and date rapists in prison were interviewed on what they look for in a potential victim and here are some interesting facts: 1) The first thing men look for in a potential victim is hairstyle. They are most likely to go after a woman with a ponytail, bun, braid or other hairstyle that can easily be grabbed . They are also likely to go after a woman with long hair . Women with short hair are not common targets. 2) The second thing men look for is clothing. They will look for women with scarves already areound their necks or whose clothing is easy to remove quickly. Many of them carry scissors around specifically to cut clothing. 3) They also look for women on their cell phone, searching through their purse, or doing other activities while walking because they are off-guard and can be easily overpowered. 4) Men are most likely to attack & rape in the early morning, between 5: 00a.m. and 8:30a.m, which is when testosterone is highest, but truly women and girls are viewed by these monsters as prey any time of day. 5) The number one place women are abducted from/attacked is grocery store parking lots. The number two: office parking lots/garages. Number three: public restrooms. 6) The thing about these men is that they are looking to grab a woman and quickly move her to another location where they don't have to worry about getting caught. 7) Only 2% said they carried weapons because rape carries a 3-5 year sentence but rape with a weapon is 15-20 years. 8) If you put up any kind of a fight at all, they get discouraged because it only takes a minute or two for them to realize that going after you isn't worth it because it will be time-consuming. 9) These men said they would not pick on women who have umbrellas, or other similar objects that can be used from a distance, in their hands. Keys are NOT a deterrent because you have to get really close to the attacker to use them as a weapon. So, the idea is to convince these guys you're not worth it. 10) Several defense mechanisms he taught us are: If someone is following behind you on a street or in a garage or with you in an elevator or stairwell, look them in the face and ask them a question, like what time is it?, or make general small talk: 'I can't believe it is so cold out here,' 'We're in for a bad winter.' Now you've seen their face and could identify them in a line-up; you lose appeal as a target. 11) If someone is coming toward you, hold out your hands in front of you and yell STOP! Or STAY BACK! Most of the rapists this man talked to said they'd leave a woman alone if she yelled or showed that she would not be afraid to fight back. Again, they are looking for an EASY target. 12) If you carry pepper spray (this instructor was a huge advocate of it and carries it with him wherever he goes), yell I HAVE PEPPER SPRAY and holding it out will be a deterrent, but you must be prepared to have it immedietly accessable to use, Every Time you are alone. 13) If someone grabs you, you can't beat them with strength but you can by outsmarting them. If you are grabbed around the waist from behind, pinch the attacker either under the Arm (between the elbow and armpit) OR in the upper inner thigh VERY VERY HARD. One woman in a class this guy taught told him she used the underarm pinch on a guy who was trying to date rape her and was so upset she broke through the skin and tore out muscle strands - the guy needed stitches. Try pinching yourself in those places as hard as you can stand it - it hurts. 14) After the initial hit, always GO for the GROIN. I know from a particularly unfortunate experience that if you hit a guy's private parts it is extremely painful. You might think that you'll anger the guy and make him want to hurt you more, but the thing these rapists told our instructor is that they want a woman who will not cause a lot of trouble. Start causing trouble and he's out of there. 15) When the guy puts his hands up to you, grab his first two fingers and bend them back as far as possible with as much pressure pushing down on them as possible. The instructor did it to me without using much pressure, and I ended up on my knees and both knuckles cracked audibly. 16) Of course the things we always hear still apply. Always be aware of your surroundings, take someone with you if you can and if you see any odd behavior, don't dismiss it, go with your instincts!!! You may feel a little silly at the time, but you'd feel much worse if the guy really was trouble. 1. Tip from Tae Kwon Do : The elbow is the strongest point on your body. If you are close enough to use it, do! 2. Learned this from a tourist guide in New Orleans : If a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse, DO NOT HAND IT TO HIM. Toss it away from you ....chances are that he is more interested in your wallet and/or purse than you, and he will go for the wallet/purse. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION! 3. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car, kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole and start waving like crazy. The driver won't see you, but everybody else will. This has saved lives. 4. Women have a tendency to get into their cars after shopping, eating, working, etc, and just sit (doing their checkbook, or making a list, etc.) DON'T DO THIS! The predator will be watching you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him to get in on the passenger side, put a gun to your head, and tell you where to go. AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR, LOCK THE DOORS AND LEAVE. If someone is in the car with a gun to your head DO NOT DRIVE OFF, repeat: DO NOT DRIVE OFF! Instead gun the engine and speed into anything, wrecking the car. Your Air Bag will save you. If the person is in the back seat they will get the worst of it. As soon as the car crashes bail out and run. It is better than having them find your body in a remote location. 5 A few notes about getting into your car in a parking lot or parking garage: A.) Be aware: look around you, look into your car, at the passenger side floor, and in the back seat. B.) If you are parked next to a big van, enter your car from the passenger door. Most serial killers attack their victims by pulling them into their vans while the women are attempting to get into their cars. C.) Look at the car parked on the driver's side of your vehicle, and the passenger side. If a male is sitting alone in the seat nearest your car, you may want to walk back into the mall, or work, and get a guard/policeman to walk you back out. IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY. (And better paranoid than dead.) 6. ALWAYS take the elevator instead of the stairs. (Stairwells are horrible places to be alone and the perfect crime spot. This is especially true at NIGHT!) 7. If the predator has a gun and you are not under his control, ALWAYS RUN! The predator will only hit you (a running target) 4 in 100 times. And even then, it most likely WILL NOT be a vital organ. RUN, preferably in a zigzag pattern! 8. As women, we are always trying to be sympathetic: STOP! It may get you raped or killed. Ted Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking, well-educated man, who ALWAYS played on the sympathies of unsuspecting women. He walked with a cane, or a limp, and often asked 'for help' into his vehicle or with his vehicle, which is when he abducted his next victim. 9. Another Safety Point: Someone just told me that her friend heard a crying baby on her porch the night before last, and she called the police because it was late and she thought it was weird. The police told her 'Whatever you do, DO NOT open the door.' The lady then said that it sounded like the baby had crawled near a window, and she was worried that it would crawl to the street and get run over. The policeman said, 'We already have a unit on the way, whatever you do, DO NOT open the door.' He told her that they think a serial killer has a baby's cry recorded and uses it to coax women out of their homes thinking that someone dropped off a baby. He said they have not verified it, but have had several calls by women saying that they hear baby's cries outside their doors when they're home alone at night. Please pass this on and DO NOT open the door for a crying baby --- This should be taken seriously because the Crying Baby theory was mentioned on America's Most Wanted this past Saturday when they profiled the serial killer in Louisiana . I'd like you to forward this to all the women you know. It may save a life. A candle is not dimmed by lighting another's candle. I was going to post this for the ladies only, but guys, if you love your mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, etc., you may want to pass it onto them, as well. CLICK HERE TO SEE AVAILABLE DOBERMANS FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION Every Doberman puppy for sale at Unique Dobermans has been thoughtfully and carefully planned and considered long before the breeding has taken place. Your new Unique Doberman puppy (if you are so lucky to be chosen as one of our elite Doberman puppy owners) comes with a pedigree sporting German, Russian and European Dobermans full of world champion show dogs plus each one has been worked to at least a BH in Schutzhund, IPO, IGP, Family Personal Protection dogs, Therapy dogs, French Ring sports and competitions. What do all of these Doberman working titles and Doberman show titles actually mean to you as a "pet owner" that doesn't plan on showing or titling your Doberman puppy? EVERYTHING! Your new Doberman Puppy's parents have passed strict temperament testing, tracking trials to test their nose and scent capabilities and personal protection courage testing of their character and most importantly their nerves. The genetics behind your Unique Doberman puppy shows that his genes are free of hip dysplasia, eye diseases, bad temperament and poor conformation. A Doberman dog that cannot hold up to the extreme athleticism that is required to obtain working titles is a poorly conformed dog and will break down, a Doberman dog that is not readily and willing to immediately obey with a strong desire to please it's master is not a pleasant Doberman to live with inside the home and certainly will never be able to obtain these working titles. If you have been looking for the best Doberman Family Guard Dogs, with a World Champion pedigree, Schutzhund, IPO, IGP, VPG and ZTP Working Titles in Personal Protection, Tracking, Obedience and Agility with Beauty and Brawn to match then give us a call, text, email or . All material on this website is provided for informational or entertainment purposes only and may not be construed as medical or veterinarian advice or instruction. No action or inaction should be taken based solely on the contents of this information; instead, readers should consult appropriate veterinary health professionals on any matter relating to their pets health and well-being. The information and opinions expressed here are believed to be accurate, based on the best judgement available to the authors, and readers who fail to consult with appropriate health authorities assume the risk of any and all injuries.
- All About Unique Dobermans
In your Unique Doberman, you have purchased one of the finest dogs available. Whom ever said "Dog is Man's Best Friend" certainly had the Doberman in mind.... Not all people should own dogs and even fewer should have a Unique Doberman; but for those who will take the extra effort to properly raise their new Doberman puppy, the rewards are more than compensating. With the proper care, feeding and training, your Unique Doberman puppy can grow up to be the beautiful, loyal and intelligent watchdog, guardian and companion for which his breed is so well known and prized. The breeding of this litter is such that with the proper care and feeding, several individuals in this Doberman litter are capable of being taken to their championship titles in multiple disciplines such as Search and Rescue and or Schutzhund training, IPO Sport Dog training. Your Unique Doberman puppy has the advantage of possessing excellent European, Russian and German Doberman breeding consisting of a World Champion conformation show pedigree along with top working ability as evidenced and proved by their IPO, IGP and Schutzhund titles in their immediate pedigree. This superior genetic heritage combined with good care from you will now determine what your Unique Doberman puppy amounts to when it's fully grown, now from the moment you take possession... the way he continues to develop and grow is largely up to you. Your Unique Doberman puppies Temperament: Unique Doberman puppies have been bred to possess an excellent temperament! Without excessive sharpness or over the top drive which would endanger and annoy neighbors and friends, they will be an alert and protective dog of you, your home and most importantly your family. For the good of both you and the Doberman breed, we recommend they be raised with kindness and consistant structure so they can become the gentle family companion and loyal guardian they were bred to be. Your Unique Doberman can easily be trained to be an effective or even vicious dog, however... if so trained he may well cause you a greatly disproportionate share of grief and inconvenience for each possible time his over-protectiveness will or could be of value. Your puppy must be socialized to be of any protective value or benefit! He must allow welcome guests into your home, the meter reader, UPS, FED-X and the mailman to safely interact with you. Your family Doberman will always sense your feelings and respond accordingly! A Unique Doberman was not and should not be raised to be a junk yard dog! Your new puppy will have courage and a strong charactor, he will need consistancy in his training to become a beloved member of your home. Your handling of your Unique family Doberman will directly affect his future character and temperament. A Doberman that has not been exposed to people at a young age will be unsure and sharp so let your dog know early that visitors will neither harm him nor require his protection of you. Chaining a dog or confining it to a small place away from people is very harmful to his temperament and is quite cruel to a family Doberman, he is not able to protect you if he is kept away from you and he knows this! Isolation will cause significant distress and unwanted behaviours. Give your new puppy all the love and companionship you can, especially the first week or two because he is still lonely and homesick and has just left his large family here with us. Here are some of our suggestions for Feeding: PLEASE DO NOT FEED YOUR DOBERMAN PUPPY RAW MEATS UNTIL THEIR DIGESTIVE SYSTEM IS MORE MATURE AROUND 9 MONTHS OF AGE. Since weaning, your Unique Doberman puppy has been fed the very best food and NuVet vitamins available. We feed our puppies at least 4 times per day; this can be reduced to 3 times at 9 weeks of age and as full growth nears they can be fed two times per day. Ultimately a once a day feeding can occur however it is best if they are continued to be fed twice a day to reduce the risk of Bloat and straining their digestive systems. Never feed your Doberman and then allow them to run and frolic especially if you are feeding dry kibble as it will swell inside their stomach and increase the risk of bloat. Try to keep your puppy plump with no ribs showing but not overly FAT. A wide variety of good quality food will aid your pups health and growth. A carrot or other vegetables will be a good treat for him from time to time and is better than allot of the treats offered from the pet store. An adequate fat content of his diet will provide a smooth, healthy coat, we recommend a tablespoon of organic coconut oil daily. Most of all remember your Unique Doberman puppy will only develop and mature as well as you feed and exercise him! Here are some of our suggestions for Exercise: Exercise makes the dog.... Free running in a fenced yard improves the gait and hardens the muscles of Dobermans of any age. We do not recommend hard work for Dobermans younger than 18 months of age. Your Unique Doberman was raised on 13 acres and from weaning he has been exposed to many different sights and sounds both inside and outside, this develops his idea of his world, Boldness, Courage, Curiosity and Intelligence. We take great care to introduce him slowly to new situations and experiences to develop his full potential, nothing is allowed to frighten or harm him. When your Doberman is nearing 2 yrs of age they will begin to feel protective of you and your family, some earlier and some later. Here are some of our suggestions for Handling: Your Unique Doberman puppy has been handled since birth. We begin stacking him up for evaluations as soon as they are standing. He is accustomed to being stacked for the show ring since he can remember! While you are handling or exercising your puppy, be particularly careful of his feet, a crushed foot can end a potential Show / Schutzhund career. Do not lift your puppy up by the shoulders or front legs! The proper way to pick up your puppy is by gently placing your hands or arms under and in front of his front legs and behind the rear legs. Your Unique Doberman puppy is used to having his toenails filed down with a dremel tool, please continue this each week when they have their bath and or ear posting changes. Keep any practicing for the sport ring fun and rewarding and you will retain his winning willingness to please attitude! Here are some of our suggestions for Housebreaking: There are as many different theories as people on this topic. Housebreaking really can be quite easy and quick. Your Unique Doberman puppy has now reached or will soon reach the age that permits effective potty training. Nearly all dogs are intrinsically "Clean" and will avoid soiling their own premises if at all possible - their mother has already taught them this. In fact, when they leave here they already know howto use a doggy door to go outside so they are essentially already housebroken and the major problem for you is to avoid un-training them! To continue their housebreaking, merely take your puppy outside where you wish him relieve himself EVERYTIME he wakes up no matter how briefly he slept and EVERYTIME he finishes eating or gets up and stirs around looking around for a spot to relieve himself. When he's still small PICK HIM UP because of his young age and inability to control his bladder he might not be able to hold it that long! Work hard on housebreaking for the time necessary to potty train him is short and it if you are not paying attention to your young puppy you will pay for every accident you let happen as it is a huge step backwards and causes confusion for your pup. Prevention is worth a pound of cure. If you will create him or confine him to a very small area at night, when you are gone for an hour or two or when you are too busy to watch him constantly it will certainly speed housebreaking. No puppy wants to sleep right beside the mess he has made and so he will make a huge effort to wait until he is PICKED UP AND CARRIED OUTSIDE each morning. We recommend keeping your puppy crated at night until he's approximately 12 months old and is very dependable. This way they make excellent house dogs for the rest of their lives. Here are some of our suggestions for Chewing: Your Unique Doberman puppy will chew to help bring in his adult teeth, this is a natural process that should not be discouraged. He will chew regardless of scolding, etc. The proper solution is to keep him away from valuable chairs, shoes, electric cords and similar items until this stage in his life passes. Do not allow him the run of the house at night and or when you are not home to supervise him. Provide him appropriate toys for his necessary tooth development. A crate is a great help when you are not there to watch him. We give all of our Dobermans raw chicken bones at 6 months and up, then beef and chicken bones for the rest of their lives, this keeps them mentally comforted and their teeth sparkling clean. Here are some of our suggestions for Puppy Training: We recommend you teach your Unique Doberman puppy to walk on a leash while he's still a baby, along with riding in the car, basic obedience i.e. sit, stay and down, and preliminary training which includes daily stacking. We also highly recommend obedience classes while your puppy is young (5-6 months of age) regardless of whether you plan to show him or not. Unique Dobermans recommends Leerburg Kennels DVD's on raising your family companion or beginning Schutzhund training. A Word About Bloat ~ Bloat is a disease common to deep-chested dogs that can involve twisting or torsion of the stomach with a subsequent blockage of the esophagus at one end and the intestine at the other. Bloat happens quickly and is often fatal without immediate veterinary attention and surgery. Its symptoms include retching with no vomiting, extreme salivation, obvious discomfort, and distention of the abdomen. Gulping kibble can bring on an attack of bloat, and Unique Dobermans recommend that our Dobermans should be fed twice daily to avoid the hunger pangs that lead to eating too fast. We also believe that foods containing soybeans, corn or peas shouldn’t be fed to breeds that are susceptible to bloat because the beans can produce gas, those are 100% GMO Food unless labeled ORGANIC. Many cases of bloat occur in the evening, after the dog has perhaps shared the family snack of pizza or some other highly-spiced food and then exercised. Treatment is expensive and not always successful. Feeding moistened dog food and postponing exercise for a couple of hours after eating their high quality kibble may help prevent bloat. Please contact Unique Dobermans for our recommendations on high quality kibble that won't expand inside their stomachs. Here at Unique Dobermans we have been fortunate to have never had a Doberman suffer from Bloat or torsion. A Doberman puppy buyer called from the midwest to ask our opinion on having her female Dobermans stomach stapled while she was being spayed to "Prevent Bloat", we told her it was our practice to not try and fix something that wasn't yet broken as there are substantial risks involved with stomach stapling. While speaking to our local veterinarian about this topic they also told us that the stomach stapling surgery is not without it's own risks or complications. All of our personally owned Unique Dobermans are DNA tested through the Doberman Diversity Project at Embark Vet and better bred DNA with UC Davis' Veterinary Genetics Lab A Guide to Doberman Pinschers February 27, 2019 (from Doberman Diversity Project) If you’re considering adopting a Doberman Pinscher, look no further than this guide! We have everything you need to make important decisions about their care, including basic information about this breed, grooming tips, nutrition advice, and much more. If you have any questions after reading this guide, email howdy@embarkvet.com and our award-winning customer service team will be happy to assist you! Your Guide to Doberman Pinschers Doberman Pinschers are intelligent, lovable, and very protective of their chosen people, according to Vetstreet.com, This particular combination of traits makes these pups highly enthusiastic companions. Because of their large build and abundant energy, your Doberman will require plenty of attention, leadership, and activity. You might want to take this into account when considering adding a Doberman to your family. Embark has proudly partnered with the Doberman Diversity Project to provide high-resolution genetic data and analysis for every dog enrolled. Embark’s mission to end preventable disease in dogs aligns with that of the DDP – to reduce the incidence of heritable diseases by addressing the depression in the overall genetic diversity of the Doberman breed. Embark’s genetic testing will be a key ingredient in achieving this goal, as we aim to test 1,000 Dobermans in an effort to identify specific areas of the Doberman genome that are associated with a breed-specific disease. Fun facts Check out these fun facts from The American Kennel Club: Taxman and dog breeder, Louis Dobermann from Germany, hoped to breed an imposing but dependable protector to accompany him on his rounds. Thus, the Doberman Pinschers early relative, the Doberman was born. The “Tax Collector’s Dog” quickly gained an international reputation as a working dog supreme. The Doberman Pinscher has excelled at police and military K-9 duty, as therapy dogs and service dogs for the disabled. During World War II, the U.S. Marine Corps Dobermans of the Pacific won the breed great fame. A Doberman Pinscher named Storm won Westminster’s Best in Show 2 years running, in 1952 and ’53! Physical characteristics The Doberman Pinscher is a powerfully built breed! According to PetMD.com, male Dobermans range from 26 to 29 inches and weigh between 70 to 75 pounds. Female Dobermans are usually 24 to 26 inches and weigh between 60 to 65 pounds. PetWave.com writes that these pups have a smooth, short coat with colors black, red, blue, and fawn. They have rust-colored markings found above each eye, on the muzzle, throat, chest, tail, and legs. Bringing your new Doberman Pinscher home Your first few weeks at home will be easier for you and your new pup if you maintain a consistent routine. You might try feeding and walking your Doberman at the same times each day; this will allow you both to adjust more quickly to your new life together. If you are looking to adopt a Doberman Pinscher from an animal shelter or find a breeder, it’s important to look for breeders that can provide detailed health records for their puppies (and parents!) as well as genetic testing for health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and their Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) maintains a voluntary database of Doberman Pinschers and their health screening results. Nutrition Petcarerx recommends Doberman Pinschers eat food that is easily digestible. An important ingredient might be a meat source such as chicken, beef, or lamb, followed by whole grains such as brown rice or sweet potatoes. You might decide to look for a commercial diet approved by the Association of American Feed Control Officials, an organization that ensures the food is nutritionally balanced. Talk to your vet about the right portion size, feeding schedule, and appropriate foods for your Doberman Pinscher. Playtime Your Doberman Pinscher will require a lot of exercise. Chewy.com recommends activities that will challenge their brilliant minds. They’re designated by the AKC as a Working Breed, which means they constantly need jobs to do. They will also likely need training. As when training any dog, Doberman or otherwise, use positive reinforcement—treats and praise to reward good behavior—rather than harsh correction. Grooming Your Doberman Pinscher will not require an excess of grooming. According to the AKC, a short-haired bristle brush can be used daily to keep your pups coat shiny and healthy. This breed does not need to be bathed often, but their nails will need to be trimmed regularly. Health & aging Doberman Pinschers are a robust breed, according to Animal Planet. Keep an eye out for symptoms of eye disease, hip dysplasia, or von Willebrand disease. Doberman Pinschers are also particularly prone to bloat, a condition that requires immediate attention from your veterinarian. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) and contact your vet at once if you suspect your dog might be suffering from this ailment. An Embark Dog DNA Test looks at the following health conditions in Dobermans: Deafness and Vestibular Syndrome of Dobermans (DVDob, DINGS) Other Systems (Other Systems) Gene: MYO7A Inheritance type: recessive This disease affects the hearing and balance mechanisms of the inner ear. Affected puppies exhibit signs of vestibular disease such as mild head tilt and poor balance; these signs can often progress with age. Deafness is definitively diagnosed by auditory testing (BAER test). Degenerative Myelopathy SHOW MORE… Brain and Spinal Cord (Neurologic) Gene: SOD1 Inheritance type: recessive A disease of mature dogs, this is a progressive degenerative disorder of the spinal cord that can cause muscle wasting and gait abnormalities. Affected dogs do not usually show signs until they are at least 8 years old, where the first signs of neural degeneration appear in the nerves that innervate the hind limbs. You may notice your dog scuffing the tops of his or her hind paws, or walking with a hesitant, exaggerated gait. In advanced cases, lower motor neurons are also affected leading to weakness or near-paralysis of all four legs and widespread muscle wasting. Given the advanced age at the time of onset, the treatment for DM is aimed towards making your dog comfortable in his or her old age and includes lifestyle changes and physical therapy. SOD1 codes superoxide dismutase, an enzyme important in neutralizing free radicals and reactive oxygen species, both of which are produced as a byproduct of cell metabolism. If not neutralized, these are injurious to the cell and will cause premature cell death. The first system to show effects of this is the nervous system given the highly specialized and delicate nature of these cells. Please note that these mutations are reported to have incomplete penetrance: that is, while a dog with two copies of this mutation has a much greater chance of developing DM than a dog with one copy of the mutation, or none at all, other genetic and environmental factors will also contribute to whether your dog develops DM. Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM1) SHOW MORE… Heart (Cardiac) Gene: PDK4 Inheritance type: dominant The most common acquired heart disease of dogs, this is a progressive disease of the heart ventricles: early diagnosis and treatment is key. The ventricles are the heavily muscled chambers that pump blood away from the heart. In DCM, the ventricles gradually lose muscle mass, leading to ventricular dilation, loss of heart contractility and an inability to pump oxygenated blood to the body. DCM typically presents in adult dogs in the end stages of the disease, when the heart is on its last legs. Signs include weakness, cold toes and ears, blue-grey gums and tongue, and respiratory distress: all signs of heart failure. Once a DCM dog comes to the vet, DCM can be diagnosed using specialized tests to evaluate the shape and activity of the heart muscle. Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM2) SHOW MORE… Heart (Cardiac) Gene: TTN Inheritance type: dominant The most common acquired heart disease of dogs, this is a progressive disease of the heart ventricles: early diagnosis and treatment is key. The ventricles are the heavily muscled chambers that pump blood away from the heart. In DCM, the ventricles gradually lose muscle mass, leading to ventricular dilation, loss of heart contractility and an inability to pump oxygenated blood to the body. DCM typically presents in adult dogs in the end stages of the disease, when the heart is on its last legs. Signs include weakness, cold toes and ears, blue-grey gums and tongue, and respiratory distress: all signs of heart failure. Once a DCM dog comes to the vet, DCM can be diagnosed using specialized tests to evaluate the shape and activity of the heart muscle. Von Willebrand Disease Type I SHOW MORE… Blood (Hematologic) Gene: VWF Inheritance type: recessive Coagulopathies, disorders of blood clotting, can lead to symptoms such as easy bruising or bleeding. Dogs with coagulopathies are often at risk for excessive bleeding during veterinary procedures; your veterinarian should be informed so that appropriate blood products are at hand in case a transfusion is required. Affected dogs may also require close monitoring during their daily lives. If informed of your dog's condition early, you and your veterinarian can discuss precautionary measures now. Getting your Unique Doberman pup tested with Embark will arm you with as much information as possible to ensure your dog is healthy while potentially avoiding preventable diseases. Get your test today! Every Doberman puppy for sale at Unique Dobermans has been thoughtfully and carefully planned and considered long before the breeding has taken place. Your new Unique Doberman puppy (if you are so lucky to be chosen as one of our elite Doberman puppy owners) comes with a pedigree sporting German, Russian and European Dobermans full of world champion show dogs plus each one has been worked to at least a BH in Schutzhund, IPO, IGP, Family Personal Protection dogs, Therapy dogs, French Ring sports and competitions. What do all of these Doberman working titles and Doberman show titles actually mean to you as a "pet owner" that doesn't plan on showing or titling your Doberman puppy? EVERYTHING! Your new Doberman Puppy's parents have passed strict temperament testing, tracking trials to test their nose and scent capabilities and personal protection courage testing of their character and most importantly their nerves. The genetics behind your Unique Doberman puppy shows that his genes are free of hip dysplasia, eye diseases, bad temperament and poor conformation. A Doberman dog that cannot hold up to the extreme athleticism that is required to obtain working titles is a poorly conformed dog and will break down, a Doberman dog that is not readily and willing to immediately obey with a strong desire to please it's master is not a pleasant Doberman to live with inside the home and certainly will never be able to obtain these working titles. If you have been looking for the best Doberman Family Guard Dogs, with a World Champion pedigree, Schutzhund, IPO, IGP, VPG and ZTP Working Titles in Personal Protection, Tracking, Obedience and Agility with Beauty and Brawn to match then give us a call, text, email or Facebook message.
- Raising a Doberman puppy
While an adult Doberman Pinscher has many traits that dog owners just love, these traits are not always so easy to see or appreciate when your Doberman is just a puppy. If you choose to raise a Doberman Pinscher from a pup, you need to be prepared to put in lots of time and effort. These puppies need to be watched closely to keep them out of trouble. But with the right amount of guidance and love, your Doberman Pinscher will grow up to become an obedient, well-trained dog. Give your Doberman Pinscher lots of attention. This is important part of socializing the dog and preventing behavioral problems. Do not leave a puppy home alone for more than a few hours and allow your Doberman Pinscher to be around you and your family at all hours. Never leave your Doberman outside for extended periods of time unsupervised. Train your Doberman Pinscher in a crate that is large enough for your Doberman to stand, lie down, turn and sit comfortably. Start with small periods of time, such as just while being fed, and gradually increase it. Use meal times to help your Doberman associate the crate with something positive. Schedule a vaccination appointment with your veterinarian. Your Doberman Pinscher needs core vaccinations, such as a rabies shot, as a puppy, at 1 years old, and then every three years of its life. More specific vaccinations, such as kennel cough vaccine, are needed only after a veterinarian's recommendation, based on environment and current health level. Feed your Doberman Pinscher a high quality chicken or lamb based food. As a puppy, your Doberman should be eating the puppy formula. Soak the dry food in water until it completely expands before feeding a Doberman puppy. This helps prevent the food from expanding in the puppy's stomach, which can cause issues. Keep your Doberman Pinscher clean with regular bathing. A puppy needs to be bathed every few weeks or as needed. Also, keep your Doberman's kennel clean and disinfected to prevent health problems. Clean uncropped ears with wet wipes. Nails need to be trimmed when the tip gets sharp. However, since Doberman's have black nails, it can be tough to see the quick inside, which should never be cut.
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KEY FACTS ABOUT DOBERMAN PINSCHERS: Origin: The Doberman Pinscher originated in Germany in the late 19th century. The breed was developed by a tax collector named Louis Dobermann, who wanted a loyal and protective dog for his work. Purpose: Dobermans were initially bred for guarding and protection. They have a reputation for being loyal, intelligent, and trainable, making them excellent guard dogs and police dogs. Appearance: Dobermans are medium to large-sized dogs with a sleek, muscular build. They have a short coat that can come in various colors, including black and tan, red and rust, blue and tan, and fawn and rust. Temperament: Dobermans are known for their loyalty and alertness. They are highly intelligent and trainable, making them versatile working dogs. They can be affectionate with their families and are often good with children. Exercise Needs: Dobermans are an active breed that requires regular exercise to keep them physically and mentally stimulated. Daily walks, playtime, and other activities are essential to prevent boredom and promote their well-being. Training: Due to their intelligence, Dobermans respond well to training. Early socialization and obedience training are important to ensure they grow up to be well-behaved and well-adjusted dogs. Health Considerations: Like many breeds, Dobermans can be prone to certain health issues, including hip dysplasia, heart problems, and von Willebrand's disease. Regular veterinary check-ups and a healthy diet are crucial for their well-being. Lifespan: On average, Doberman Pinschers have a lifespan of around 10 to 13 years. Providing them with proper care, nutrition, and regular veterinary attention can contribute to a longer and healthier life. Guardian Instincts: Dobermans have strong protective instincts, making them effective guard dogs. However, proper socialization from an early age is essential to ensure they are well-behaved around strangers. Family Dogs: Despite their protective nature, Dobermans can be affectionate and loving with their families. They often form strong bonds with their owners and thrive in environments when they are given proper attention and care. Remember that individual dogs may vary in temperament just like children do within the same family, and it's important to provide consistent training, socialization, and care for a happy and well-adjusted Doberman Pinscher.