Overview
The Doberman Pinscher is a companion dog, protection dog, and working dog. The breed was developed to be used for personal protection and originated in Germany.
Appearance & Grooming
The Doberman Pinscher is a large dog. The breed has a short and soft coat in blue, red, tan, brown, black, and rust. The Doberman Pinscher sheds regularly and requires regular brushing.
Behavior & Disposition
The Doberman Pinscher is active, loyal, obedient, alert, and intelligent. They tend to play well with younger children. However, adult supervision is recommended when playing with puppies and other dogs.
Activity Level
The Doberman Pinscher has a high activity level and it is easy for the breed to become overweight. It is recommended to feed the breed high-quality food as they age.
Training
The Doberman Pinscher is an active, alert, and loyal dog. Early socialization and obedience training are recommended.