Anyone owned dobermann's

[dullbird]

This is my foster puppy

This is Khan he is 10 months old, brought him home for weight gain and socialization....:)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/08/179.jpg

Anyone own dobermanns on here?

[Outlaw]

Hmm don't think i've ever seen a chocolate Doberman before... he looks very handsome though.

Have always been a lover of them but don't know if i'll ever get the chance to own one ;)

[V8Landy]

nice looking pooch there.I don't have a doberman but heres mine

http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/7416/1000780zf1.th.jpg (http://img521.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1000780zf1.jpg)

[adm333]

Yes, my family has had many dobermans over the years. Parents still have one now, same colour as yours.

People who know nothing about them tend to think they are dangerous dogs. However, they are extremely intelligent dogs and can be trained to do almost anything. If you see or meet an agressive doberman it has probably been trained that way.

Good solid training is essential as they do need to be kept under control (and it is more rewarding).

Very loyal and loving dogs, and good with kids.

There's an old movie called "The Amazing Dobermanns" where a guy trains 4 dobermanns to hold up a bank and get away with the money in little satchels on their backs - very funny movie.

And my favourite thing - you will probably never have any jehovahs witnesses bothering you again.

Dave

[d@rk51d3]

Have always been a lover of them but don't know if i'll ever get the chance to own one ;)

Same here.

[dmdigital]

My parents also has owned Doberman. They are a lovely natured dog. Brown/chocolate doberman's never seem to be that common, but it is the much nicer colour.

Their reputation as a savage dog is down to their heritage (to guard debt collectors). Myself I prefer the other great german dog - das Kurzhaar.

[crump]

Great dogs, had one several years ago called "Zeuss". As with all large breeds be aware of Hip Dysplasia and Gastric torsion issues.

[moose]

Never owned one, but I've been bitten by one when I was younger. A friend of the parents used to have it, they called it "naturally trained", which means they never trained it at all. I was swimming in their pool, went to the side for a rest and the bastard came over and bit me on the head.:mad:

[Siska]

He's a nice looking boy.

I've never had one but do like them as a breed. Although personally I am not a huge fan of any of the guardian breeds.

That being said I am quite often criticized for my breed of choice,
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[tasi devil]

Der Deutsch Kurzhaars (German Shorthair Pointers) and a Der Deutsch Drathaar (German Wirehair Pointer)

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as you can see great dogs for helping with the landscaping and providing dinner ! nice dogs dullbird and siska.
so dullbird has 'Khan' been a 'pound puppy' or just a dog someone didn't want ?

.................tasi

[Bush65]

I like dobe's but don't own one.

So what happens to Khan after he has gained weight and become a socialite?

[SPROVER]

I use to own one a few years ago.He was black and tan and called Brutus.When i moved i had to give him up:( One of the toughest things i did.Luckily he went to good home where i got to see him now and again.He is now 13 yo and still looks great.They are a very intelligent dogs and would do anything for there owners.They are very gentle and can be protective at the same time.I originally wanted one that same colour as yours but ended getting a black and tan.Maybe in a year or two i will get another puppy doberman.Its sort of ironic really.When i was young i got chased on my bike by 2 of them and it scared the s%$t out of me.And many years later i ended up buying one.:D By the way its a great looking dog.

[dullbird]

Der Deutsch Kurzhaars (German Shorthair Pointers) and a Der Deutsch Drathaar (German Wirehair Pointer)

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as you can see great dogs for helping with the landscaping and providing dinner ! nice dogs dullbird and siska.
so dullbird has 'Khan' been a 'pound puppy' or just a dog someone didn't want ?

.................tasi

pound puppy.....and is going to be looking for a new home in the not so distant future along with another brother and a sister

[SPROVER]

And this is my current dog on the left Sammy.Shes a Rotty x Labrador and the other is my sisters dog Phoenix the Husky.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/08/177.jpg

[Reads90]

Very nice
My girls play with a couple of Dobermanns down the park , one of them is even from croydon in the uk

Here are my two girls

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[spudboy]

We've got a 12 year old female, who is probably on her last winter with us unfortunately, and next weekend we are getting this little ball of trouble:

http://www.gestalt.net.au/NewPuppy029.jpg

She has been a fabulous dog and I'd recommend a Doberman to anyone with enough room in their backyard. They need a lot of running, so no good for a small place.

Contrary to popular belief, and concurring with comments above, they are very soppy and soft dogs, and excellent with children. Hence, another one before our old girl passes on.

Having said how soppy they are, if you met mine on a dark night around our house she will scare the cr@p out of you with her bark.

Cheers
David

[scarry]

Dobermanns,my favourite dog by a country mile,G.S.P's,second.
had our bitch put to sleep after 14.5 yrs ,it broke our hearts.
They are just wonderful family dogs,& adore children.

they do need strict disciplin,and lots of space.they are very easily trained,but you have to be firm,or they will walk all over you.

they are also very smart,& get up to all the tricks in the book.

you need lots of patience when they are young,the dogs especialy seem to take a long time to grow up.

they also are often one person dogs,that is they listen to one person in the family more than anyone else,but are still loyal to all the family members

my wife then bought a sharpei.....and thats another storie....the kids call him stupid,and i get the....dad cant we get another doby at least every week or so

they say once you have a doby,you will always either have one or want one

i will have to dig out some photos& post them later


goodluck

[Vinnie]

Beautiful dog. I have always liked them, if I didn't have a Shepherd it's one breed I would consider having. Reputations mean nothing. I have had German Shepherd's all my life and never had an aggressive misbehaved one yet, IMO it comes down to how they are treated. Here's a picture of my 9 y.o. female 'Ruby'.

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If you want any specific advice I would look up to see if there is a Doberman Club in NSW (I would be surprised if there isn't) and get some advice. Hope Khan finds a new home soon.

Cheers

Vinnie

[dullbird]

Beautiful dog. I have always liked them, if I didn't have a Shepherd it's one breed I would consider having. Reputations mean nothing. I have had German Shepherd's all my life and never had an aggressive misbehaved one yet, IMO it comes down to how they are treated. Here's a picture of my 9 y.o. female 'Ruby'.

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd7/4vinnies/Pets/MiscKids040.jpg

If you want any specific advice I would look up to see if there is a Doberman Club in NSW (I would be surprised if there isn't) and get some advice. Hope Khan finds a new home soon.

Cheers

Vinnie

i dont need advice, i'm already talking to dobe club.....only put this post up to see if people own or looking to own dobes..

have to say some funny looking dobes have been posted up:D..never seen them with such long coats:o:p

[dobbo]

I like dobe's but don't own one.

So what happens to Khan after he has gained weight and become a socialite?

He goes up for adoption, unfortunately even though I would love to he will not be adopted by me, wife says no and although this has never stopped me before, due to the hours I spend at work and away from home I have to respect her wishes on this one.

He is a beautiful dog. Whoever gets him will be very lucky.

[Treads]

Yes, my family has had many dobermans over the years. Parents still have one now, same colour as yours.

People who know nothing about them tend to think they are dangerous dogs. However, they are extremely intelligent dogs and can be trained to do almost anything. If you see or meet an agressive doberman it has probably been trained that way.

Good solid training is essential as they do need to be kept under control (and it is more rewarding).

Very loyal and loving dogs, and good with kids.

There's an old movie called "The Amazing Dobermanns" where a guy trains 4 dobermanns to hold up a bank and get away with the money in little satchels on their backs - very funny movie.

And my favourite thing - you will probably never have any jehovahs witnesses bothering you again.

Dave


Dobermanns,my favourite dog by a country mile,G.S.P's,second.
had our bitch put to sleep after 14.5 yrs ,it broke our hearts.
They are just wonderful family dogs,& adore children.

they do need strict disciplin,and lots of space.they are very easily trained,but you have to be firm,or they will walk all over you.

they are also very smart,& get up to all the tricks in the book.

you need lots of patience when they are young,the dogs especialy seem to take a long time to grow up.

they also are often one person dogs,that is they listen to one person in the family more than anyone else,but are still loyal to all the family members

my wife then bought a sharpei.....and thats another storie....the kids call him stupid,and i get the....dad cant we get another doby at least every week or so

they say once you have a doby,you will always either have one or want one

i will have to dig out some photos& post them later


goodluck

I share both the above sentiments. My Family has always owned and shown Dobes. They are an absolutely wonderful breed.


i dont need advice, i'm already talking to dobe club.....only put this post up to see if people own or looking to own dobes..

have to say some funny looking dobes have been posted up:D..never seen them with such long coats:o:p

Can you please let me know when he is ready to go to a new home?

Cheers

[dullbird]

I share both the above sentiments. My Family has always owned and shown Dobes. They are an absolutely wonderful breed.





Can you please let me know when he is ready to go to a new home?

Cheers

sorry treads i never read this, but even so I had already had interest before you kindly posted your interest......

I just thought i would post up that Khan was very lucky to go to a home with Bush65 (hope you dont mind me saying this john) and i'm sure they are going to be the best of mates:)

still if there is anyone out there that would love to give a special home to someone please always fell free to contact me! i'm not trying to go around selling off dogs but the dogs that myself and my friends bring home to foster are generally fostered for a reason (behavoural, medical etc)......so we like to try and do our best to have a home secured for them before they have to sit around in adoptions waiting for the right person to come along:)

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dobbo this ones for you;):D

[dobbo]

dobbo this ones for you;):D

Why is this so?????

I'm still sulking over Khan.

[dullbird]

this actually khans kennel mate. She is a beautiful dog good with cats and kids as well as far as I'm aware just very scared of cars. I was supposed to fostering tsarabi before I took khan but she needed a quieter home then what I could provide

[duncanw]

My best mate had a doberman, brilliant dog although they don't really think of themselves as a dog and more of another member of the family.

They need alot of exercise and alot of attention, very smart dog, sometimes too smart when there is food around.

Like others have said the aggresive ones are usually the ones who have been trained that way. Or have had a hard life.

Sadly my friends doberman died of a heart attack when he was 4 years old, he looked mean but he was soft as poo, great around kids. All they care about is making sure that you are protected.

He died six months ago but I still miss him, I currently have a german shephard and I would like to get a doberman as well. Would recommend them to anyone.

[Boxhead63]

I used to walk a Dobie or he used to walk me, when i was 12 or 13. He was a great mate. He saved me from a guy who tried to grab hold of me in the park one day. Even still, i was knocked unconscious. There was witness in the distance who saw what took place later stated for the police that the dog went berserk on the guy until he was subdued by the witness and her husband and the police got there. The rock spider had a new bum torn for his troubles and some time in jail, then had to deal with my father and uncle when he got out. If it wasn't for Ben the Dobie, i would hat to think about what might of happened.
I would have Dobie anyday, just need the yard space is all.

[spudboy]

Sadly my friends doberman died of a heart attack when he was 4 years old, he looked mean but he was soft as poo, great around kids. All they care about is making sure that you are protected.

He died six months ago but I still miss him, I currently have a german shephard and I would like to get a doberman as well. Would recommend them to anyone.

You have to be careful about the background when buying a dobermann. The ones with an American bloodline are notorious for dying young. Make sure you get a European bloodline. Our old girl is 12 and doing OK even though she's got arthritis from living in such a cold area.

We have just got our puppy and he is beyond cute. Shame they have to grow up. The older Doberman is not very keen on having the new one around, and she's gone him a few times, but he is getting the idea and keeping his distance now.

[spudboy]

I used to walk a Dobie or he used to walk me, when i was 12 or 13. He was a great mate. He saved me from a guy who tried to grab hold of me in the park one day....


How dumb to attack someone with a dobermann! Be the same as having a go at someone with a German Shepard, or a Rottie.

Sounds like he got what he deserved.

[Boxhead63]

He did and then some. I often thought the same thing. THE IDIOT.