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Doberman Pinscher
Sleek and powerful, possessing both a magnificent physique and keen intelligence, the Doberman Pinscher is one of dogkind's noblemen. This incomparably fearless and vigilant breed stands proudly among the world's finest protection dogs.
https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/doberman-pinscher/
| July 30, 2024
Expert Advice
How to Train a Doberman Pinscher Puppy: Milestones & Timeline
The Doberman Pinscher has the distinction of being one of the only breeds in the AKC's Working Group that was bred specifically to be a companion to humans. The breed was created in the nineteenth century by German tax collector Louis Dobermann to accompany him in his thankless daily work. Drawing upon this breed legacy [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-train-a-doberman-pinscher/
| July 30, 2024
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The Doberman Pinscher Is an Intelligent, Discerning, and Fearless Guardian
The Doberman Pinscher (Doberman) is a powerful and muscular member of the Working Group developed for police and military work and to be a protector and companion in the home. The breed originated in Germany and quickly gained popularity in other countries for its courage, intelligence, and loyalty.
The Doberman Pinscher is named for Karl [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/facts-about-the-doberman-pinscher/
| July 30, 2024
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Beauceron vs. Doberman: How to Tell the Difference
You are no doubt familiar with the Doberman Pinscher. After all, they are very popular. Dobermans are distinguished and powerful with a keen intellect, and you might think their size, strength, and markings make them one of a kind. But there is a like-sized, equally powerful, and similarly attractive breed you might mistake for the [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/beauceron-vs-doberman/
| July 30, 2024
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Doberman Pinscher History: From Guard Dog to Showman
Cross-pollinating his customs and canine careers, Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann created the breed that today bears his name, the Doberman Pinscher.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/doberman-pinscher-history/
| July 30, 2024
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The Doberman Breeder—An Endangered Species?
AKC Gazette breed column—Anti-breeding ways of thinking distract people from remembering that it's through the breeding of good dogs that the breed exists and continues. In the 1970s the Doberman Pinscher was among the top five breeds in popularity. At that time, most specialty shows had well over 100 Doberman entries, with some [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/the-doberman-breeder-an-endangered-species/
| July 30, 2024
Expert Advice
Where Have All the Doberman Breeders Gone?
When I was looking for my first Doberman, I went to the local dog shows and saw which dogs appealed to me. At that time there were over 80 Dobermans entered at all the big shows in the Pacific Northwest. I talked to the people there and got the names of breeders. The people were friendly [...]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeding/where-have-all-the-doberman-breeders-gone/
| July 30, 2024
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An Tu Honors Late Doberman 'Noah' Through Conformation
An Tu's Doberman Pinscher 'Noah,' was her heart dog. He got her started in an incredible Conformation career.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/conformation-doberman-pinscher-noah/
| July 30, 2024
Press Releases
Gwen DeMilta and Carissa DeMilta Shimpeno Named 2014 AKC Breeders of the Year
– Breeders Honored at AKC/Eukanuba National Championship –
New York, NY — Gwen DeMilta and Carissa DeMilta Shimpeno were presented with the 2014 AKC Breeder of the Year Award for their Alisaton Doberman Pinschers at the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship on Sunday, December 14, 2014. The annual award honors those breeders who have made an impact on [...]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/boty-2014-dec/
| July 30, 2024
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Working Dogs: Meet Four Blue-Collar Dog Breeds
Meet four representatives of the Working Group, blue-collar dogs with strength and smarts, and understand why responsible breeding of working dogs is particularly important.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/working-dogs-blue-collar/
| July 30, 2024