Doberman Pinscher
Intelligent, loyal, and highly trainable protection dogs
Height
24-28 inches
Weight
60-100 pounds
Life Span
10-12 years
Breed Group
Working Group
Characteristics
Temperament
LoyalAlertIntelligentFearlessObedient
Good With
FamiliesProtectionTrainingExercise
Care Needs
exercise
High
grooming
Easy
training
Highly trainable
shedding
Moderate
energy Level
High
barking
When necessary
History
Developed in Germany by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann as a personal protection dog.
Health
Common Issues
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- von Willebrand's Disease
- Hip Dysplasia
- Color Dilution Alopecia
Recommended Tests
- Cardiac Exam
- vWD DNA Test
- Hip Evaluation
- Thyroid Evaluation