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Doberman Pinscher Dog Breed Facts
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Breed: Doberman Pinscher
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Also Called: Doberman, Dobie
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Height: The Doberman Pinscher is about 24-28 inches tall.
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Weight: The Doberman Pinscher weighs between 66-88 lbs.
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Colors: The Doberman Pinscher can be fawn, red, black, or blue.
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Physical Appearance: The Doberman Pinscher is a dog of medium size, with a body that is square. Compactly built, muscular and powerful, for great endurance and speed. Elegant in appearance, of proud carriage, reflecting great nobility and temperament. Energetic, watchful, determined, alert, fearless, loyal and obedient.
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Temperament/Personality: The Doberman Pinscher is an energetic, elegant, fearless, loyal, and obedient dog who will make a devoted companion. Good with older children and other pets (but may show dominance toward pets).
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Care: The Doberman Pinscher should be groomed a couple of times a week with a soft cloth or brush.
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Health Concerns/Problems: The Doberman Pinscher's health problems include dilated cardiomyopathy, cervical vertebral instability, von Willebrand's disease, prostatic disease, hypothyroidism, and hip dysplasia.
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Training: The Doberman Pinscher is easy to teach and quick to learn. If you do not have time to properly train your Doberman you should consider a different breed.
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Activity: Doberman Pinschers need daily extensive exercise, particularly running.
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Life Span: The Doberman Pinscher lives an average life of 10-14 years.
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Litter Size: The Doberman Pinscher has an average litter of 3-8 puppies.
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Country of Origin: The Doberman Pinscher originated in Germany.
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Brief History: The Doberman Pinscher was developed in Germany toward the end of the 19th century. The Germans wanted to create a functional protection and guard dog that would also serve as a family companion. Dogs were selected for their courage and intelligence. One of the most well-known early breeders was Louis Dobermann, from whom the breed takes its name. It is uncertain how many and exactly which breeds were used to create the Doberman Pinscher. Most authorities include the Rottweiler, the old (and now extinct) German Shepherd, the German Pinscher, the Manchester Terrier, and the Greyhound. What is certain is that the breed assumed its present appearance fairly rapidly and was recognized by the German Kennel Club in 1899.
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