Hi there everyone! I've decided to start doing some research now on what breed's next. I want to get another dog probably in about a year, but don't want to make a mistake. I absolutely love the look of the doberman, and have enjoyed the company of the few I have met in the past. I've heard mixed reviews on some things though. I'm a horse person who works all steer clear. I'm a huge advocate of strict (but not abusive) training. My current puppy started his training the day I brought him home, with simple things of course. I feel like I do very well with more dominant breeds as far as training goes. I would like a dog that will be friendly with people, but not overly friendly (my current dog will go home with anybody), but protective when called for. Dunkin will let a burglar in and leave with everything including me lol! Also, I need a dog that will get along with other animals (obviously the whole horse thing). I do know that every dog is an individual and am a firm believer of it, I'm just seeking general advice. I hear pitbulls don't like other pets, but know somebody who has 3 of them and cats and everyone's just great. OK, I guess I'm babbling on. Any advice is great!
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Is this the right breed?
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>>Hi there everyone! I've decided to start doing some research now on what breed's next. I want to get another dog probably in about a year, but don't want to make a mistake. I absolutely love the look of the doberman, and have enjoyed the company of the few I have met in the past. I've heard mixed reviews on some things though. I'm a horse person who works all steer clear. I'm a huge advocate of strict (but not abusive) training. My current puppy started his training the day I brought him home, with simple things of course. I feel like I do very well with more dominant breeds as far as training goes. I would like a dog that will be friendly with people, but not overly friendly (my current dog will go home with anybody), but protective when called for. Dunkin will let a burglar in and leave with everything including me lol! Also, I need a dog that will get along with other animals (obviously the whole horse thing). I do know that every dog is an individual and am a firm believer of it, I'm just seeking general advice. I hear pitbulls don't like other pets, but know somebody who has 3 of them and cats and everyone's just great. OK, I guess I'm babbling on. Any advice is great!
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Your training style sounds right for a Dobe. I would suggest talking with Dobe breeding and rescue experts, contact information listed at the AKC website, www.akc.org. They can help you with the question of whether this is a good breed to work with horses.
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Kathy Diamond Davis, author, "Therapy Dogs: Training Your Dog to Reach Others," 2nd edition, and the free Canine Behavior Series at www.veterinaryforum.com
I have three dobies. Male 9years, male 22 months and female 9 weeks. They all get along great and I also have a 5 year old persian cat who they get along with too.
My friend has 5 dobies and also keeps horses and has no problems.
I recommend the breed to anyone but then I am biased!!
Do yourself a favor and Buy a Doberman, there is no other dog as elegant and beatiful. My breeder used to raise German Shepards until his brother gave him a Doberman, he now owns 2 and wouldnt have any other breed.
My dobe likes horses. The only problem is if the horse doesn't like the dog because they are a lot taller and in the kickable range than herding dogs and such.
