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I don't know, 90% of these traits apply to Aussies. One thing, Dobermans would freeze their balls of here in Utah, oh well I guess that means working line GSD.
I knew a lady that owned nothing but Dobermans. All her Dobermans were professionally trained to protect and recognize friend or foe. If someone came to her door, her two Dobermans would stand behind her. When she opened the door, if she extended her hand to the visitor, her Dobermans would recognize that gesture as a friend and they would go sit or leave the room. But if she kept her hands close to her body or arms crossed, her Dobermans would stand behind her ready to protect. I visited her many times and her dogs were always well behaved.
@@poughkeepsie8516 Thanks for responding. I don't think we have met. However, I've visited Germany twice, 1985 and 2000. Beautiful country. Greetings from NYC metro area.
None of mine were trained like that but they are naturally vigilant and react according to their owners reaction. I had no trouble whatsoever in all the years because I had Dobes!
Yes, the wet sock zone. One thing you should have mentioned is the lethal farts. Dobermans are one of the gassy breeds. I woke up in the middle of the night and almost gagged.
The Doberman has retained its' wolf instinct as a pack animal. First; you must be the alpha of the pack. The Doberman is dedicated to the pack above all else and looks to the alpha for the pack to thrive.
@chrisgraham2904 I once had 5 at the same time. I found that the only way was to stay 1 step ahead of them so they could not predict anything that made me boss no force needed just knowing dog behavior. Eg I used to go outside fetch my car from the garage then get out open the gate drive through then close gate. This was the routine so now and then I would dri e up to the gate then come inside and make a cup of tea then go out again and drive off all the time ignoring the digs but looking out the side to them. You have never seen such surprised dogs they thought they had ne figured out ! Ha hahaha
It used to irritate me that Moses had to be with me every second while at home. Then, I grew to love it. Now, I miss it. He passed of DCM just three weeks ago. He was only 5. I miss him terribly.
Last month I lost my sweet girl at age 12 to cancer. I too was diagnosed with cancer last fall, but she hung on until I finished my seven months of cancer treatment - her closeness to me was very comforting during my difficult treatments (chemo, radiation, operations). She was the third Doberman I have had in my life, once I had one Doberman it was hard to get anything else. In a couple months I will be looking for another dog, and yes, it will probably be a Doberman - the good just outweighs the annoying.
Go for it Julia ❤️dobermans are the best,i wish you good luck with your healt and maybe a new wonderful Dobermann. Grts from Belgium from Maja and Mister Finn the Dobermann 🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️
I'm very sorry for your loss. My 4 year old rescue girl had lip cancer surgery just before I adopted her. 6 months later I was diagnosed with cancer. Went thru chemo, radiation and surgery too. She wasn't happy with me after each chemo treatment. They are so smell sensitive. She is a Velcro dog too. She is my 6th dobie. I absolutely love the breed. Wishing you good luck in finding another dobie.
I literally just got all the money I need to buy a Dobie pup. This was kind of the final step before actually getting one. Now I need to wait until I am finally finished with school ;-; BUT I‘LL GET A DOBIEE 🎉🎉🎉❤
Just got a compliment yesterday. The lady stopped her car, rolled down the window, and said I've never seen a more beautiful dog. Thank you. They are roto rooters - "you will pet me now". Taught my boy to rest his chin on my leg , rather than nudge your hand, when he wants to be petted. They also love being under their blankies. On a walk, I will tell my guys, no bark, just watch, especially when they notice some unsavory characters. Gives them a job without having them explode. Hope that helps.
All so true! I love my Dobermans! I do encourage all potential owners to understand this special breed. Unfortunately, Dobie Ranch Rescue, Florida, is having an significant increase of Dobermans being abandoned either on the streets or at shelters. My most recent adopted puppy was abandoned on the streets of Georgia. Embark DNA done to determine any health factors and he is a pure breed! No genetic concerns as well. At six months now and yes, he has some of these habits. However, I have learned so much from Doberman Planet starting from my first Doberman. Thank you!
Huge uptick in people selling backyard bred blue dobermans online - Shelters will be full of poor bred ill tempered dobies as popular as they're getting
Yes! Absolutely - make 100% sure you are ready for a lifelong commitment to the ups and downs before agreeing to take on another's life. Love hearing that you have learned so much from the channel!
My family got our now 4 year old female Goliath sized Dobbie Josie when she was 2 years old. While she's sweet to the rest of the family, she instantly decided I was her Mommy & #1. I'm fine with the Velcro dog thing because even with my medication, it unknown when I could have a seizure. She's literally acts as my medical & emotional support dog as well as guard dog.😊
@@DobermanPlanet She's also the signature Doberman. Protective of me from wild animals. Won't hesitate to try to go after snakes, deer, birds (even hawks!), etc.
@@DobermanPlanet Have you ever taught any of your Dobermans the "Help" command? It took Josie barely a minute to learn it. The command is for when you need help getting off the ground and you use your dog to help up via having them stand up firm, you grabbing their back, and getting up. Josie's so big so the command doesn't hurt her.
Having owned dobermans all my life I can say with experience that they are wonderful dogs, we always had cats and they always bonded with our cats and never cchanged or bothered our other pets. I will say and recommend training your dog not to jump up on you or family members. If you start with a puppy that will end up being 100 lbs you can't have a dog that will knock down children or adults because they are happy to see you. We have had great Danes too and they are similar but not as intense as dobermans, we love both breeds.❤
Our Doberman was taught by our Labrador who is the alpha of our dogs. So a lot of the Doberman issues she got barked at and was taught from him not to do. However, on any walk if a man walks past me she will growl or pace around me until they are gone - On one occasion she started growling as a chap came round the corner in the dark and stopped the second his wife and child came into view behind him.
I just got my first doberman puppy (15 week old male) and the thing about being selectively reactive is SO true I cannot even tell you! He’s PERFECT around people, children & other dogs, but if someone approaches us at night (only when it’s dark) he gives a really deep warning growl. I think he also already saved my house from getting robbed the other day too - little puppy with a big voice already!
I love had six Doberman pinschers in my lifetime couldn’t imagine life without one. They have all exhibited this exact behavior except for the one I have now she’s loving, caring and protective, but she also likes to be alone, which is a new experience for me with a Doberman.
After losing my last Doberman (he was my third), I had to realize that the grieving process was too hard on me. So now I admire the breed but will never own another one.
PLEASE HELP! Our 3 months Doberman puppy bites me the most and not my husband. I’ve tried redirecting, firm no, walking away and he just continues biting me. My hands are all scarred up but my feelings hurt more than my hands right now.
Try the shock collar with the beep sound I only use vibration or beep that usually scares them to stop their bad habits.. Good luck they are a handful as a puppy..
I had at some point 5 pinchers. The only Teo related there were a mother and daughter. The other 3 were totally unrelated. However none of them dripped water the way your dog does, none of them bit or licked me because I don’t like to be licked and I thought them not to lick me at all!! Also they knew they had to leave us alone when I sent them to their beds or the backyard! I had 5 pinchers at once yet there was a lot of discipline at home!!
Two more things I would add in my experience would be the nose stabbing and head bonking. No, he can't just sniff. He has to go around STABBING everything with his nose. I have never been bruised from being smelled by any other breed. When petting him, it's best to keep your face clear and away from his head. Without any warning that head will come up out of nowhere and bonk you hard in the nose, forehead, teeth, or chin, and that skull is solid!
My first and only dog was a dobie. The best dog ever! None of those things you mentioned in your video were true in my case except the drooling part. My dog was always with me. I spent a lot of time hiking and walking with her. My mom and I used to go mushroom picking and our dog would always come with us. She was solid muscle. To me it’s the best looking dog on the planet
I like this guy. I had a male named Rogue he was the best friend I ever had. I also had his daughter she was sweet and quirky for sure I miss them every day😪
Exactly john! Recently a neighbor complained that my dog ran Into the street and charged her while she was walking to of her dogs on the opposite side Of the street. She called the animal control. I told animal control that there was no way my dog would leave my side and be disobedient. I told the animal control that governments are known as the velcro dogs. They were going to sight me with a warning citation. I told them that there was no way this event occurred, And that My dog was not But that I had problem neighbors. And I said you are welcome to come to my home And meet my dog. They said we will be over within two hours. And when they arrived they said we want to put your dog to the test. Not one but two animal control officers arrived and then insisted My dog be off leach. They then walked across the street pulling a large stuffed animal. And my doberman was at my side which I commanded to stay. Sure enough, my doberman simply watched the animal control officers with their ears pointed upward in curiosity. They then came over and said my dog passed and I said, Oh no we're not done yet. I told them to watch me and that I would not give my dog any commands whatsoever. I then began walking towards my backyard. My doberman immediately not only followed but ran ahead of me. I then looked at the animal control officers and said oh no I changed my mind. I'm going to walk back out into the front of my house. And let's see what my dog does. Sure enough my government followed me to the street. I then continued doing the same thing two more times never issuing a command to my doberman. Of course my doberman followed me each time staying at my side. The two animal control officers looked at each other and said you are right, This dog is a velcro dog. And that your problem is the neighbors. So we are not going to issue any warning or citation to you. By the way we think you have a wonderful dog.
❤ so right on, on everything we r just getting our 5th dobi puppy next week ! Our first one was a female died very young then, then we had 3 intact males defenately more work one of them I had in Schutzhund great experience. Looking foreward to our new puppy we just love this Breed
We brought home a rescue just over a year ago. Ms. Bella is 3 and is glued to me. Everything you mentioned in your video is true. She’s so sweet, but I get nothing done- like tending to my gardens. 😂 I love her so much, that I can’t get angry at her I can only laugh. She is our 5th Dobie- 3 boys and 2 girls. If you’re thinking about getting a dog, a dog who will be glued to you- consider a Dobie. They are just incredible ❤
I must be the only one with a dobie that's not velcro. She might even give an annoyed growl if we try to snuggle! I think our stage 5 clinger of a staffy is very happy about that tho
WOW, you hit the nail on the head with the breed. All I've raised is Doberman's. Currently have number 7 (Abby). When she's done inhaling water, she just walks away and leaves a trail of water. As well as, when I have to leave. If Abby is outside on the rear deck. And she hears my car keys. She'll pop he head inside the doorway, but refuses to come inside. Knowing, I will not leave, unless Abby is inside. Where it's safe for her and in an climate controlled environment.
Some of my boys annoying things are his anxiety, stepping on the backs of my shoes and tripping me, though one of the worst is his whining. its like he can’t control his inner whiny-ness and its nuts! He has a blanket he sleeps with and if he wants to move around at night he will loudly whine till we pick up the blanket, let him turn over and then we have to cover him back up!!
Enjoy every moment, even the so-called “bad” ones. I just lost my girl and I as a person am destroyed. I no longer exist. Embrace every moment with your cherished pup.
My Dobie would drink and then DELIBERATELY WIPE HER MUZZLE ON MY PANTS to dry her self off. I was her towel! That was a "That's my dog!" moment. I was so whipped for her.
The most anoying thing that my two year old doberman does is she likes to pick up just about anything. And so I have to watch her like a hawk. Especially when she's outside.
As a very long time owner of nothing but Doberman's, on my third one, I love them more than anything. I will never have a different breed again. Yes, your first one is challenging, but once you adjust to their quirk's, you will realize just how special and unique they really are.
So true my dobermans are my shadows but very tiring.. "Give me a break I tell them daily" but forget that they never change their needy behavior they love their owners just to much ❤❤ Just a reminder pls keep your dobies safe in this high temperatures they can have a heat stroke.
@@TSeeker1 ah ok, yea I know you have to be careful with any dog. One of the reasons I was looking at a Doberman is they have a short single coat and I heard they tolerate the heat well. I maybe moving to where it’s hot and I know my Corso’s struggle in the heat.
@@benhardwick1970 Yeah, they have a short coat, but even that can be dangerous in the heat - Dobies should not be outside for long periods of time; they want and need to be with their people!! I've raised four, and not one of them ever wanted to be outside unless I was. That's part of their makeup, they really don't do well mentally if they are alone or are away from their people. Please, please hear this before you get one. They are fragile physically and mentally. When their mental and tons of physical (excercise) needs are not met daily, they can make your life miserable. They can get horrible diarrhea and other illnesses from stress, as they are highly strung, naturally anxious and extremely energetic dogs. They are not for everyone, that's for sure. I hope this helps.
John, spot on especially the leash, our first one who got to be 146 lbs. was a junk yard dog holding his collar and when you let him go after his exhibition h e turned into the fastest pussy cat ever seen! Great way to send the salesman to the next stop. You try and do some work and they constantly boop you with the strong nose they have just to get your attention. Mine waits in my Ranger because she loves rides, she’ll sit up to five hrs on the machine seat so she won’t miss the chance to ride.
They're the perfect companions, Rick! Your first one was a beast! That's sweet that your Doberman loves being in the Ranger with you and experiencing all the things you experience!
My favourite breed and the dobermans I’ve had were incredible. Seems in America especially, pinning their beautiful ears is more prevalent than here in Australia. Makes me SICK that humans mutilate this breed, changing their ears and tails, they’re born perfect and how they should be. Every human that’s done this, she have their ears mutilated and a finger removed. Completely disgusting. I would NEVER intentionally put an animal through any procedure to change their already perfect bodies. How much can those people REALLY love their dobies when they’re willing to do that to them?! Love them fully, love them unconditionally and accept them as they are. Are they not good enough as they are for those people that they need to alter and mutilate them. Devastating. Why are there soo many people who seem to think this is acceptable. Some humans make me sick and the ones who do that do NOT deserve a Doberman. This is something I don’t see much at all in Aus, dobermans aren’t common but when I see them here, they’re in all their natural splendour and glory.
There’s one ugly truth you forgot they have SOOOO much eye sleep every time they sleep or take a cat nap it seems I’m always cleaning his eyes every 5 min to an hr 😩😩😩 and all the Dobermans I know or like that.
Bro my doberman stays home alone when I'm out . He's quite decent . He does nothing . Only sometimes he starts missing us he ll grab our worn tshirt or pillow . And like down . That's my experience. I own one
How could you not mention the Doberman tea kettle whining LOL That is high on the list for me and I am sure on most others as well and also something people need to know about who may not be privy to that oh so high pitched annoyance LOL
Absolutely facts and he is only 11 weeks but feels like months and all while he has one butt on chest while I type this lol still would never do it differently
My pup is about 14wks now and no matter how many videos I watched, nothing could prepare me for how bitey they are. It's relentless, diversions, chew toys, corrections, they are relentless. They will chew a toy for a few seconds and whip around and try to chomp on you. Clothing snags and holes are constant. This is more than the normal constant mouthing of other breed puppies that I've experienced. If you are sedentary or older, think very carefully about this. One second of inattention and a pair of glasses or a remote or whatever will get destroyed. We love our pup but this is a very trying experience. She is slowly learning but it's an all day struggle. She is finally old enough to get with other dogs and that is helping but man oh man the next few months are going to be exhausting.
@@DobermanPlanet Thanks for the offer. I've watched a ton of your videos and trainer videos, I think we're doing all the right things, she is improving as things go. It's just a matter of weathering the phases LOL. It's amazing how a switch just turns and they learn something new, it's just nicer when it's something other than "Oh look I can toss my water bowl now!". :-) We used to have a Jack Russel terrier and I've spent a lot of time talking people out of them if they aren't really ready for the energy level they have. So this is similar, but the dobie is at 35lbs already where the Jack was like 10 lbs and unable to reach anything when she was going through the puppy stages. Thanks again, your videos were part of why I picked a Doberman.
@@danieallen5609 Thanks, she's evolving quickly. The baby teeth are gone now, so it's far better and she is absolutely bullet proof in public with people, kids, other dogs, loud noises and confusion. She's really amazing. I never had a doberman before and the first few months (we're at five now) were a lot crazier than I had anticipated but she's shaping up so well now. The two biggest things we are working on now is house training isn't solid yet and counter surfing. She is starting to know right from wrong now though so things are sinking in a LOT faster. I may add a second dog once she gets settled in, I really like her.
Love your videos! We recently got a Doberman/shepherd cross, she was a pup ( a give away I do not condone puppy mills ) she is a Doberman to the core behaviour wise, and you have given us some heads up of what to expect. Could you do a Doberman / Shepherd cross episode?
Ive been wanting a European Doberman for so long and I’m finally getting the dog in 2024 march, I’m can’t wait so I’m here in bed just finding all of the information I can before I get one. This is my 2nd dog I’ve ever had.
Our boy Bruce is 7 months old and has every quality you have listed 😂 His pulling is relentless on the lead and recently began running off when off lead when he always came back before when called. Sometimes it feels like we make one step forward to take three steps back but he is worth the constant battle! 🤦🏽♀️
My 2.5 y/o dobe girl ticks all those boxes. Wants to be all over me. Cries when I leave. Drools heavily when food is available. Leaves the floor (and toilet seat) soaked after drinking. She opens doors if you close them near her. Aggressive towards everything until she checks out/them out. She is a ton of work. Much more so than my last dobe, but still wouldn't have her any other way. ❤❤❤
I have a really strange Dobermann.. He's 11 months old now and totally perfect loose in the living room while I go away in the morning for about 3,5 hours.. Doesn't whine or bark.. He totally skipped the "puppy biting stage" and still hasn't destroyed anything so far.. Even his "puppy stuffed toys" are still alive and well.. He has no reservations toward strangers and I even can leave food on the counter and it won't magically "dissappear".. I'm sure he's a full European Dobermann and not a Dobermann x "saint" mix or something because we do have some struggles.. Mostly thanx to his raging hormones and his focus capacity that is comparable to the size of half a shrimp.. 🙈😅.. But other than that... He's really strange for a Dobermann 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I had Rescued my first Dobie from the pound. He was AWESOME 😎.......even if he ate my spare room and Headrests in my car 😂. Owners need to realize their NECK is bigger than their Head.....so if anyone is thinking about chaining them up outside while at work......Please don’t. They’ll be out of that collar long before you get to work. Not ALL have separation anxiety . One of mine would Hide under my pillows.... YES....an 80 pound Dobie can curl up and become invisible 😂. Best Breed I’ve ever owned.
I never ever had that problem with mine. Mine lived to be 12 years. The only thing you need is a puppy door so that they can get out and do their potty outside. "clean up often" soon or later they will step on their own poop. One thing that did happen is it loved to be covered with a blanket to go to sleep and ended up having to wake up 3 or 4 times a night for 12 fkn years!!! Any blanket given to it lasted for a few months because it loved to tear them appart and still be covered by them. I gave it a laser pointer to follow and it kept it in shape. At the park I removed the leash and could follow that laser light for 15 minutes non stop. When I did that she would wake up less times at night. Never had problems with a leash. If you talk to them like a person they will eventually understand what you are telling them..If you talk to them with commands they will only learn that. Mine knew what we were talking about every time like a sponge. Very highly intelligent dogs. These dogs won't make your house smell like someone owns a dog. My clothes or house never smelled like we owned one. They need tons of excersise if you don't get them tired they will be all over you everywhere you go. They don't want to be alone when you are there.
My wife and I where just talking about being soaked by our Doberman after drinking water today. I have a boxer we trained not to get you soaked but I don't or haven't figured out what to do with my doby yet. Last week I was planting in the garden, I was on my knees and My wife started laughing I looked behind me and my dog was following behind me pulling up everything I had just planted. It's like owning your own monster, she makes noises when she dreams that will make your hair stand up lol. We made it to 13 months and she amazes me every day by how smart she is and how fast she learns. Hang in there, once your Doberman has you trained it will all be better lol.
John, absolutely LOVE your vids. I have a male European LEMMY that is hitting 11 mo. mark tomorrow. (My 3rd Dobie). He is a major handful & every day is a challenge right now. Training my wife how to handle this is more important than training Lemmy! I was laughing throughout this whole video. Thank you. Whining like a lil' bitch is quite annoying. And for us, the witching hour (7.30-9pm) is a daily nighmare. He doesn't seem to know how to wind down. Loses his marbles for awhile & then just passes out. Ive combated this behavior with "chew time". Not always able to lull him to sleep, but its better than watching him go bonkers. Those chews put him in a sort of trance. You rock, brother! Keep the vids coming.
Mine is 2 now... I totally forgot about the witching hour when she was under a year. It was trying to figure what time to feed her and take her to the park so we could have some peace in the evening when she passed out.
I'm on my third Doberman now, he is a European also, just turned 2. My first two were Rescues, at age 2, American Breed. I've found that these Europeans seem to be more energetic and driven than the more laid back American breed. In the evening a rough house and play pretty hard with him to wear him out, and he just loves it. After about 10-15 minutes, he's completely worn out, and sleeps like a baby all night. I know a lot of trainers are against playing rough with your Doberman's but as long as you have a "Safe" word to let them know it's gone to far, and then wind them down, they seem to bond even more with you. After all, they like to play rough with other dogs, I'm just substituting another dog with myself since it's just the two of us.
My boy also drops his biscuits everywhere when he’s eating. You can tell where he’s been by the water or biscuit trail 😂 the biscuits are like stepping on Lego 🤦♀️😂 my boys not much of a drooler. He’s drooled once so far (he’s 9months). I do love how they can never be close enough 🥰
Our Doberman is a year old now and she's something else too! Love the Doberman breed now! Thanks for your channel... You helped us to decide on getting her. God Bless!
Might i add cords are a threat they look like snakes and needs to be shredded, i call them bully breeds, they love intimidating anyone who is afraid of them they think its funny,they can instantly tell, they dont even have to see you to know it,they just need to hear you or sense you. They can tell your intentions thats why when they dont like someone trust them. ❤️ absolutely love this breed.
The leash reactivty thing is so true. Its night and day having my Dobie on leash vs off. He might be one of tne worst on leash dogs ive ever met but definitely the best off leash dog ever.
The anxiety is real. When mine was a puppy we had him penned with baby gates in a hallway and left him for maybe thirty minutes. He literally chewed a hole through the wall to where he could slip inside… we found him proud as ever with his attempt to burrow to china.
My 12 week old dobie will not step outside without me, I am watching all your videos , which are helpful. This is our third, this is the first one that seems to have separation anxiety and is not taking to the crate trainings..so far. She is adorable and has personality +. I’m so thankful for the videos!
Have a dobermann that loves to be literally by your side. Wherever you move, he's going to be beside your leg and if he knows you're about to leave, he subtly blocks your path or sits on your foot. Quite adorable. His son was more relaxed, but very inquisitive. He sniffs through you like he's airport security. He even goes between your legs if he gets excited to see you again.
I really want a doberman in the future! My experience lies mostly with huskies and border collies, as I've had a husky and been watching a family membere border collie for a lot of her life. I really appreciate this video, as it shows new owners what we can expect from our new fur friends ❤ It'll be quite the difference from the independent husky, but i cant wait to have a more loyal dog that I can bring with me to the stables without having to tie them up 😆
My 5 month old Fawn Doberman Lucy does not like to go for walks. She flat out lays down after we get halfway around the block. Which results in me picking her up and carrying her back home. Sometimes depending which neighbors yard she stops in if I know them personally I lay in the grass with her till she gets bored and walks back home with me. I’ve tried all sorts of treats to no avail. I trust her off leash because she sticks by my side but like all dogs it’s in their nature to chase squirrels or stray cats which are abundant in my neighborhood. So I exercise her at the local park. She loves fetch. Bless her heart she is a very quite dog. She doesn’t cry as much as I’ve heard from other doberman owners. She also doesn’t drool. I lucked out with her, she stopped eating fast once she realized her 5 other litter mates no longer shared her food. She takes her time eating everything from her food to her snacks. Very meticulous, sometimes I lace her kibble with chunks of chicken, she will eat the chicken first and then come back later to finish the kibble. Now she does have a habit of leaving a water trail from her water bowl but she has gotten better about taking a moment to let it dribble back into her bowl first. I think all of us could brag about our dogs but damn I feel lucky. Maybe cause it’s actually my first dog that I owned versus a dog my dad got for the family. My father lost both his buddies recently (a year each apart).First his Picapoo Harley who was 11. That little rascal was always with him, used to make me laugh when my dad would go to the store he would leave his truck running and called that his antitheft! They slept together always and had an almost telepathic relationship. He would get jealous when my mom would come home from work, she always gave my father a hug and kiss and Harley just had to come in and get some of the action. His other buddy was Kilo an Am-Staff. He passed at 12 years of age, I had to put him down for my dad because he couldn’t take it anymore after he put Harley down and many years prior he put one of our Chow Chows down too. Our sweet old girl Inca was the only dog we never had to put down. She went in her sleep at 16 years of age. I literally grew up with her, I was still in diapers when we got her and her brother Thor. Here I am at 27 and she has always been the dog I hold in highest regard. Even in her last days despite hip problems she still had gas in the tank, she would chase after squirrels and frequently left large sized possums that where unlucky enough to cross her path in the night laid out neatly in rows on the porch. My father has always been an animal person. He is like an animal whisperer I swear to you it’s incredible. As a kid I can’t tell how many animals he would befriend even for the briefest of moments. Turtles he would stop and pull over to help cross the road. Hell he even would pick up snakes by the tail so that he could get them off of the road too. Even the meanest cats I wouldn’t dare attempt to pet my father could spank their bottoms, they purred and just acted like he was their owner. My dad always told me animals are here for us so we need to help them because they can’t help themselves whether it’s their nature that gets the best of them or our own human nature that prevents them from doing so.
So true LOL... we had to change the door handles. And they drool all over the house. Fortunately, mine has gotten ok when I leave and just sleeps by the window waiting for me to get home. She acts like I've been gone for days when I get home after just a few hours. It's very sweet actually.
wow i had no IDEA on the 24/7 thing. i would struggle, as a functioning introvert and creative type. i need solo time. EDIT: omggggggggg the water drooling holy cow! didn't anticipate that!
5 Annoying Habits my Dobie girl has, but I don't care bc I love her: 1. Won't stop sucking my blankets. Everytime I want to cover up, they're soaking wet because she drools a lot. 2. Always opens the door to my room and I have to stand up every time to close it back 3. Whenever we're jogging she'll ocationlly jump in front of me so we stop and she can catch a break 4. Always steals all the space in bed when we sleep and won't move so i have to accommodate around her 5. She loves to play with plastic empty bottles. The louder, the best
Me and my boyfriend are set on adopting a Doberman once we move out and can afford it. I always have a lot of time on my hands, so I'll focus on the dog, while he focuses on work. His name will be Dr. Nikholai and I'm doing loads of research on Dobermans specifically to prepare myself to raise him. I want him to be a well-behaved boy who can keep me safe, since I'm not getting taller than 4'11, lol.
My favorite thing about my Doberman Lena is that she follows me every where my cat Piper, Lena and my daughter all in tow no matter where I go 😊. As for her anxiety when I’m gone she is never left alone my 12 year old son is home all day with her or my father however she is so bonded to my daughter and I that she kinda just sleeps all day for him but that works out bc he loves to play his games and this is his first dog so her being chill all day has worked out for us but I do feel bad bc I’m pretty sure she is sad im gone.
Great informational video! My husband and I are considering adding a Doberman into our family. However, I do find it hilarious that every annoying trait you described of a Doberman, is basically how our Malinois girl is 😂
My male German Shephard is exactly the same. The ONLY difference is that instead of drooling, you get shedding on a level that defies the laws of physics. Honestly, I think I'd prefer the drooling haha. Do Malinois shed like crazy?
Excellent video John ! Recently with great sadness I discovered from my husband's mom that she heard that my daughter has two dobermans and since last month the male bit her four occasions when she was eating, we can't visit to eat with my daughter as each time she is preparing food but especially eating the dog becomes very quiet and watches her whilst growling. When she tries to tell him off to leave the table area he has bitten her. I think she needs to get a professional help by training. This has caused issues because my daughter invited us for lunch but we had to refuse but we can't let her know that my husbands mom divulged about the doberman and the biting events. My mother in law told me not to repeat what she told me as she would telephone to report the dog to the authorities. Please help!!
The anxiety when you are gone is a huge one. Especially if you are a family that travels often. Even for weekends. Doberman's really suffer emotionally when you are away.
My dobie used to put her face in her "bucket" of water up to her eyeballs and suck water in. She never really drank with her tongue. Another thing she would do, was scream like someone was beating the crap out of her when I came home, when she had done something bad when I was away (and no she was never beaten) LOL Smartest but weirdest dog I ever saw. If you told her to sit but didn't release her from sitting she would be there until you did. I remember telling her to sit late one night in the kitchen and I went to bed. I got up in the morning wondering where she was, walked into the kitchen and she was still sitting there. I felt sooo bad when I saw her, she was shaking in excitement waiting for me to give the release command, looking at me like dad, WTF!!??....Just crazy. I never could bring myself to buy another, it's been about 40 years now and many breeds later, GSD's, collies, and goldens, but there is nothing like a Dobie. All smart dogs, just not the same mold.
What? The affection, the engery, their intelligence, the loyalty, an all round buddy. Yes, if you can't handle this, stay away from them. Find a dull couch sitter. Mine were gifts from God.
Sorry but I didn’t see anything wrong. The dog was running around barking and trying to play. I get pretty pissed off at owners that don’t understand that this kind of behavior is perfectly normal and not a problem. I saw no aggression. If this disturbs you then don’t go to a dog park. You are the problem. I’ve been bringing 4 different Dobermans to dog parks for 25 years. The people are much more problematic than the dogs
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I don't know, 90% of these traits apply to Aussies. One thing, Dobermans would freeze their balls of here in Utah, oh well I guess that means working line GSD.
I knew a lady that owned nothing but Dobermans. All her Dobermans were professionally trained to protect and recognize friend or foe. If someone came to her door, her two Dobermans would stand behind her. When she opened the door, if she extended her hand to the visitor, her Dobermans would recognize that gesture as a friend and they would go sit or leave the room. But if she kept her hands close to her body or arms crossed, her Dobermans would stand behind her ready to protect. I visited her many times and her dogs were always well behaved.
Have we met? You just described me with my two Doberman boys 😂
Greetings from Germany 🙋♀️🇩🇪
@@poughkeepsie8516 Thanks for responding. I don't think we have met. However, I've visited Germany twice, 1985 and 2000. Beautiful country. Greetings from NYC metro area.
Was Scorpion there? I bet Sub-Zero was immediately eliminated as the Doberman's probably didn't like him.
Did you hear "FINISH HIM"?
None of mine were trained like that but they are naturally vigilant and react according to their owners reaction. I had no trouble whatsoever in all the years because I had Dobes!
Thanks for posting this
Yes, the wet sock zone. One thing you should have mentioned is the lethal farts. Dobermans are one of the gassy breeds. I woke up in the middle of the night and almost gagged.
Yep, my boy is a freakin gas machine.
Haha yes! This is so true!
Lol, my girls farts don’t stink too bad, but every time she jumps up on the couch, she lets one out!
@georgehermans2187 That is funny. My boy let's one out when he climbs the stairs. Every step he takes, he would fart 🤣
Indian native dog breeds don't fart
They never leave you alone!
Never, ever, ever....ever.
Positives and negatives all rolled into one haha
The Doberman has retained its' wolf instinct as a pack animal. First; you must be the alpha of the pack. The Doberman is dedicated to the pack above all else and looks to the alpha for the pack to thrive.
@chrisgraham2904 I once had 5 at the same time. I found that the only way was to stay 1 step ahead of them so they could not predict anything that made me boss no force needed just knowing dog behavior. Eg I used to go outside fetch my car from the garage then get out open the gate drive through then close gate. This was the routine so now and then I would dri e up to the gate then come inside and make a cup of tea then go out again and drive off all the time ignoring the digs but looking out the side to them. You have never seen such surprised dogs they thought they had ne figured out ! Ha hahaha
It used to irritate me that Moses had to be with me every second while at home. Then, I grew to love it. Now, I miss it. He passed of DCM just three weeks ago. He was only 5. I miss him terribly.
Last month I lost my sweet girl at age 12 to cancer. I too was diagnosed with cancer last fall, but she hung on until I finished my seven months of cancer treatment - her closeness to me was very comforting during my difficult treatments (chemo, radiation, operations). She was the third Doberman I have had in my life, once I had one Doberman it was hard to get anything else. In a couple months I will be looking for another dog, and yes, it will probably be a Doberman - the good just outweighs the annoying.
I'm so sorry for your loss, I know your pain to well 😢
Go for it Julia ❤️dobermans are the best,i wish you good luck with your healt and maybe a new wonderful Dobermann. Grts from Belgium from Maja and Mister Finn the Dobermann 🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️
My deepest condolences, I can relate.
I'm very sorry for your loss. My 4 year old rescue girl had lip cancer surgery just before I adopted her. 6 months later I was diagnosed with cancer. Went thru chemo, radiation and surgery too. She wasn't happy with me after each chemo treatment. They are so smell sensitive. She is a Velcro dog too. She is my 6th dobie. I absolutely love the breed. Wishing you good luck in finding another dobie.
@@tinaosullivan6451 Thank you ❤
I literally just got all the money I need to buy a Dobie pup. This was kind of the final step before actually getting one. Now I need to wait until I am finally finished with school ;-; BUT I‘LL GET A DOBIEE 🎉🎉🎉❤
Just got a compliment yesterday. The lady stopped her car, rolled down the window, and said I've never seen a more beautiful dog. Thank you. They are roto rooters - "you will pet me now". Taught my boy to rest his chin on my leg , rather than nudge your hand, when he wants to be petted. They also love being under their blankies. On a walk, I will tell my guys, no bark, just watch, especially when they notice some unsavory characters. Gives them a job without having them explode. Hope that helps.
Great advice and thoughts, Robin! Thank you for sharing those with us! What a great compliment as well!
All so true! I love my Dobermans! I do encourage all potential owners to understand this special breed. Unfortunately, Dobie Ranch Rescue, Florida, is having an significant increase of Dobermans being abandoned either on the streets or at shelters. My most recent adopted puppy was abandoned on the streets of Georgia. Embark DNA done to determine any health factors and he is a pure breed! No genetic concerns as well. At six months now and yes, he has some of these habits. However, I have learned so much from Doberman Planet starting from my first Doberman. Thank you!
There's NO WAY there's stray dobermans
Huge uptick in people selling backyard bred blue dobermans online - Shelters will be full of poor bred ill tempered dobies as popular as they're getting
Yes! Absolutely - make 100% sure you are ready for a lifelong commitment to the ups and downs before agreeing to take on another's life. Love hearing that you have learned so much from the channel!
@@DobermanPlanet hey
Is a doberman a good god for first time owners
@@lifee_._ If you want a dog that needs constant attention :-)
My family got our now 4 year old female Goliath sized Dobbie Josie when she was 2 years old. While she's sweet to the rest of the family, she instantly decided I was her Mommy & #1. I'm fine with the Velcro dog thing because even with my medication, it unknown when I could have a seizure. She's literally acts as my medical & emotional support dog as well as guard dog.😊
That is sweet that she is so caring for you! Josie sounds like a wonderful "through thick and thin" companion!
@@DobermanPlanet For sure. We love each other so much! She loves getting belly scratches and cuddling. Good with kids, too.
@@DobermanPlanet She's also the signature Doberman. Protective of me from wild animals. Won't hesitate to try to go after snakes, deer, birds (even hawks!), etc.
@@DobermanPlanet Have you ever taught any of your Dobermans the "Help" command? It took Josie barely a minute to learn it. The command is for when you need help getting off the ground and you use your dog to help up via having them stand up firm, you grabbing their back, and getting up. Josie's so big so the command doesn't hurt her.
Having owned dobermans all my life I can say with experience that they are wonderful dogs, we always had cats and they always bonded with our cats and never cchanged or bothered our other pets. I will say and recommend training your dog not to jump up on you or family members. If you start with a puppy that will end up being 100 lbs you can't have a dog that will knock down children or adults because they are happy to see you. We have had great Danes too and they are similar but not as intense as dobermans, we love both breeds.❤
Our Doberman was taught by our Labrador who is the alpha of our dogs. So a lot of the Doberman issues she got barked at and was taught from him not to do. However, on any walk if a man walks past me she will growl or pace around me until they are gone - On one occasion she started growling as a chap came round the corner in the dark and stopped the second his wife and child came into view behind him.
I just got my first doberman puppy (15 week old male) and the thing about being selectively reactive is SO true I cannot even tell you! He’s PERFECT around people, children & other dogs, but if someone approaches us at night (only when it’s dark) he gives a really deep warning growl. I think he also already saved my house from getting robbed the other day too - little puppy with a big voice already!
I could walk the neighborhood late at night with my Dobe with no worry of anyone bothering me 🤓 Loved my 2 that have crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
I love had six Doberman pinschers in my lifetime couldn’t imagine life without one. They have all exhibited this exact behavior except for the one I have now she’s loving, caring and protective, but she also likes to be alone, which is a new experience for me with a Doberman.
After losing my last Doberman (he was my third), I had to realize that the grieving process was too hard on me.
So now I admire the breed but will never own another one.
PLEASE HELP! Our 3 months Doberman puppy bites me the most and not my husband. I’ve tried redirecting, firm no, walking away and he just continues biting me. My hands are all scarred up but my feelings hurt more than my hands right now.
Try the shock collar with the beep sound I only use vibration or beep that usually scares them to stop their bad habits.. Good luck they are a handful as a puppy..
Have plenty of chew toys near you for when this occurs. It's just a phase, but an annoying one. Stop it before it gets worse. Patience is the key.
I had at some point 5 pinchers. The only Teo related there were a mother and daughter. The other 3 were totally unrelated. However none of them dripped water the way your dog does, none of them bit or licked me because I don’t like to be licked and I thought them not to lick me at all!! Also they knew they had to leave us alone when I sent them to their beds or the backyard! I had 5 pinchers at once yet there was a lot of discipline at home!!
Two more things I would add in my experience would be the nose stabbing and head bonking. No, he can't just sniff. He has to go around STABBING everything with his nose. I have never been bruised from being smelled by any other breed. When petting him, it's best to keep your face clear and away from his head. Without any warning that head will come up out of nowhere and bonk you hard in the nose, forehead, teeth, or chin, and that skull is solid!
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Ohhh right!? Mine does that to our two cats! They hate it!! Lol made me laugh reading your post cuz I totally get it!!
The water falling out of the mouth is no joke! It's like they didnt drink any of it.
My first and only dog was a dobie. The best dog ever! None of those things you mentioned in your video were true in my case except the drooling part. My dog was always with me. I spent a lot of time hiking and walking with her. My mom and I used to go mushroom picking and our dog would always come with us. She was solid muscle. To me it’s the best looking dog on the planet
I like this guy. I had a male named Rogue he was the best friend I ever had. I also had his daughter she was sweet and quirky for sure I miss them every day😪
He said dobermans are always with you and you’re saying yours were too. Liar.
Exactly john! Recently a neighbor complained that my dog ran Into the street and charged her while she was walking to of her dogs on the opposite side Of the street. She called the animal control. I told animal control that there was no way my dog would leave my side and be disobedient. I told the animal control that governments are known as the velcro dogs. They were going to sight me with a warning citation. I told them that there was no way this event occurred, And that My dog was not But that I had problem neighbors. And I said you are welcome to come to my home And meet my dog. They said we will be over within two hours. And when they arrived they said we want to put your dog to the test. Not one but two animal control officers arrived and then insisted My dog be off leach. They then walked across the street pulling a large stuffed animal. And my doberman was at my side which I commanded to stay. Sure enough, my doberman simply watched the animal control officers with their ears pointed upward in curiosity. They then came over and said my dog passed and I said, Oh no we're not done yet. I told them to watch me and that I would not give my dog any commands whatsoever. I then began walking towards my backyard. My doberman immediately not only followed but ran ahead of me. I then looked at the animal control officers and said oh no I changed my mind. I'm going to walk back out into the front of my house. And let's see what my dog does. Sure enough my government followed me to the street. I then continued doing the same thing two more times never issuing a command to my doberman. Of course my doberman followed me each time staying at my side. The two animal control officers looked at each other and said you are right, This dog is a velcro dog. And that your problem is the neighbors. So we are not going to issue any warning or citation to you. By the way we think you have a wonderful dog.
❤ so right on, on everything we r just getting our 5th dobi puppy next week ! Our first one was a female died very young then, then we had 3 intact males defenately more work one of them I had in Schutzhund great experience. Looking foreward to our new puppy we just love this Breed
So glad you can relate, Ursula! Very cool that you have so much experience with the Doberman breed!
all so true, but all of the awesome traits outweigh these annoying habits! they are the best dogs!
We brought home a rescue just over a year ago. Ms. Bella is 3 and is glued to me. Everything you mentioned in your video is true. She’s so sweet, but I get nothing done- like tending to my gardens. 😂 I love her so much, that I can’t get angry at her I can only laugh. She is our 5th Dobie- 3 boys and 2 girls. If you’re thinking about getting a dog, a dog who will be glued to you- consider a Dobie. They are just incredible ❤
You make the right choice...hello miss Bella from Mister Finn the Dobermann 🐾🐾🐾❤️
I must be the only one with a dobie that's not velcro. She might even give an annoyed growl if we try to snuggle! I think our stage 5 clinger of a staffy is very happy about that tho
WOW, you hit the nail on the head with the breed. All I've raised is Doberman's. Currently have number 7 (Abby). When she's done inhaling water, she just walks away and leaves a trail of water. As well as, when I have to leave. If Abby is outside on the rear deck. And she hears my car keys. She'll pop he head inside the doorway, but refuses to come inside. Knowing, I will not leave, unless Abby is inside. Where it's safe for her and in an climate controlled environment.
Some of my boys annoying things are his anxiety, stepping on the backs of my shoes and tripping me, though one of the worst is his whining. its like he can’t control his inner whiny-ness and its nuts! He has a blanket he sleeps with and if he wants to move around at night he will loudly whine till we pick up the blanket, let him turn over and then we have to cover him back up!!
Whining would be an annoying downside! But he sounds like a cuddle bug!
@@DobermanPlanet Yes he is ! A big ,noisy cuddle bug
Enjoy every moment, even the so-called “bad” ones. I just lost my girl and I as a person am destroyed. I no longer exist. Embrace every moment with your cherished pup.
My Dobie would drink and then DELIBERATELY WIPE HER MUZZLE ON MY PANTS to dry her self off. I was her towel! That was a "That's my dog!" moment. I was so whipped for her.
Hahaha what a character!
They get a lot of these traits from their Rottie ancestry, including separation anxiety. Training takes care of these problems.
The most anoying thing that my two year old doberman does is she likes to pick up just about anything. And so I have to watch her like a hawk. Especially when she's outside.
As a very long time owner of nothing but Doberman's, on my third one, I love them more than anything. I will never have a different breed again. Yes, your first one is challenging, but once you adjust to their quirk's, you will realize just how special and unique they really are.
So true my dobermans are my shadows but very tiring.. "Give me a break I tell them daily" but forget that they never change their needy behavior they love their owners just to much ❤❤ Just a reminder pls keep your dobies safe in this high temperatures they can have a heat stroke.
Yes! Great reminder...so important with this heat!
I know we have to be careful with all dogs in the heat but I thought Doberman’s are one of the best in the heat normally??
@@benhardwick1970Not at all! They are very sensitive to heat and cold; in fact no dog should be left outside in the heat.
@@TSeeker1 ah ok, yea I know you have to be careful with any dog. One of the reasons I was looking at a Doberman is they have a short single coat and I heard they tolerate the heat well. I maybe moving to where it’s hot and I know my Corso’s struggle in the heat.
@@benhardwick1970 Yeah, they have a short coat, but even that can be dangerous in the heat - Dobies should not be outside for long periods of time; they want and need to be with their people!! I've raised four, and not one of them ever wanted to be outside unless I was. That's part of their makeup, they really don't do well mentally if they are alone or are away from their people. Please, please hear this before you get one. They are fragile physically and mentally. When their mental and tons of physical (excercise) needs are not met daily, they can make your life miserable. They can get horrible diarrhea and other illnesses from stress, as they are highly strung, naturally anxious and extremely energetic dogs. They are not for everyone, that's for sure. I hope this helps.
My daughter just gave me a doberman pup, female... Not clipping the ears or tail just how she is. Going through the biting phase right now😭
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You forgot to mention the notorious "DOBIE WHISTLE" 😂😂😂
John, spot on especially the leash, our first one who got to be 146 lbs. was a junk yard dog holding his collar and when you let him go after his exhibition h e turned into the fastest pussy cat ever seen! Great way to send the salesman to the next stop. You try and do some work and they constantly boop you with the strong nose they have just to get your attention. Mine waits in my Ranger because she loves rides, she’ll sit up to five hrs on the machine seat so she won’t miss the chance to ride.
They're the perfect companions, Rick! Your first one was a beast! That's sweet that your Doberman loves being in the Ranger with you and experiencing all the things you experience!
My favourite breed and the dobermans I’ve had were incredible. Seems in America especially, pinning their beautiful ears is more prevalent than here in Australia. Makes me SICK that humans mutilate this breed, changing their ears and tails, they’re born perfect and how they should be. Every human that’s done this, she have their ears mutilated and a finger removed. Completely disgusting. I would NEVER intentionally put an animal through any procedure to change their already perfect bodies. How much can those people REALLY love their dobies when they’re willing to do that to them?! Love them fully, love them unconditionally and accept them as they are. Are they not good enough as they are for those people that they need to alter and mutilate them. Devastating. Why are there soo many people who seem to think this is acceptable. Some humans make me sick and the ones who do that do NOT deserve a Doberman. This is something I don’t see much at all in Aus, dobermans aren’t common but when I see them here, they’re in all their natural splendour and glory.
Dobermans are not with you 24/7 my dog gives me plenty of space but I can call him up at anytime
Likely, not all Dobermans will show all 5 of these, but most will! So glad yours allows for you to have some breathing room haha!
Maybe that's why we picked a doberman we love all their traits. When mine goes for a walk we say he's doing his proudly pose lol
Haha that's an accurate nickname for it!
There’s one ugly truth you forgot they have SOOOO much eye sleep every time they sleep or take a cat nap it seems I’m always cleaning his eyes every 5 min to an hr 😩😩😩 and all the Dobermans I know or like that.
100% true! Our dobe is 10 years old. There is no friend as loyal as a Doberman!
Bro my doberman stays home alone when I'm out . He's quite decent . He does nothing . Only sometimes he starts missing us he ll grab our worn tshirt or pillow . And like down . That's my experience. I own one
How could you not mention the Doberman tea kettle whining LOL That is high on the list for me and I am sure on most others as well and also something people need to know about who may not be privy to that oh so high pitched annoyance LOL
Absolutely facts and he is only 11 weeks but feels like months and all while he has one butt on chest while I type this lol still would never do it differently
You're getting a great taste of your future life haha! Love it!
What makes it worse, their extreme intelligence? How about their extreme ability to eat you alive.
My pup is about 14wks now and no matter how many videos I watched, nothing could prepare me for how bitey they are. It's relentless, diversions, chew toys, corrections, they are relentless. They will chew a toy for a few seconds and whip around and try to chomp on you. Clothing snags and holes are constant. This is more than the normal constant mouthing of other breed puppies that I've experienced.
If you are sedentary or older, think very carefully about this. One second of inattention and a pair of glasses or a remote or whatever will get destroyed. We love our pup but this is a very trying experience. She is slowly learning but it's an all day struggle. She is finally old enough to get with other dogs and that is helping but man oh man the next few months are going to be exhausting.
Wait until they stop teething and start biting at your toes and ankles. My little girl is 6mos old and now in her teen angst mode.
If you're interested in some pointers in the biting area, please send us a Facebook or Instagram message and we'd be happy to help!
@@DobermanPlanet Thanks for the offer. I've watched a ton of your videos and trainer videos, I think we're doing all the right things, she is improving as things go. It's just a matter of weathering the phases LOL. It's amazing how a switch just turns and they learn something new, it's just nicer when it's something other than "Oh look I can toss my water bowl now!". :-)
We used to have a Jack Russel terrier and I've spent a lot of time talking people out of them if they aren't really ready for the energy level they have. So this is similar, but the dobie is at 35lbs already where the Jack was like 10 lbs and unable to reach anything when she was going through the puppy stages.
Thanks again, your videos were part of why I picked a Doberman.
Wait it out. They will be the best dog you've ever owned. It will be all worth it.
@@danieallen5609 Thanks, she's evolving quickly. The baby teeth are gone now, so it's far better and she is absolutely bullet proof in public with people, kids, other dogs, loud noises and confusion. She's really amazing.
I never had a doberman before and the first few months (we're at five now) were a lot crazier than I had anticipated but she's shaping up so well now.
The two biggest things we are working on now is house training isn't solid yet and counter surfing. She is starting to know right from wrong now though so things are sinking in a LOT faster. I may add a second dog once she gets settled in, I really like her.
Doberman pincher.. The velociraptor of the k9 world 😂
Fake yawns when apprehensive.
Yes! That's a good one!
All dogs are like babies their whole lives
Love your videos! We recently got a Doberman/shepherd cross, she was a pup ( a give away I do not condone puppy mills ) she is a Doberman to the core behaviour wise, and you have given us some heads up of what to expect. Could you do a Doberman / Shepherd cross episode?
No I don't know what u mean.
... just say black people
Ive been wanting a European Doberman for so long and I’m finally getting the dog in 2024 march, I’m can’t wait so I’m here in bed just finding all of the information I can before I get one. This is my 2nd dog I’ve ever had.
Our boy Bruce is 7 months old and has every quality you have listed 😂 His pulling is relentless on the lead and recently began running off when off lead when he always came back before when called. Sometimes it feels like we make one step forward to take three steps back but he is worth the constant battle! 🤦🏽♀️
My 2.5 y/o dobe girl ticks all those boxes. Wants to be all over me. Cries when I leave. Drools heavily when food is available. Leaves the floor (and toilet seat) soaked after drinking. She opens doors if you close them near her. Aggressive towards everything until she checks out/them out. She is a ton of work. Much more so than my last dobe, but still wouldn't have her any other way. ❤❤❤
Sounds just like our 2 y/o dobie girl!😂
Haha so glad you can relate! They can sometimes be a handful, but sure are worth it!
I have a really strange Dobermann.. He's 11 months old now and totally perfect loose in the living room while I go away in the morning for about 3,5 hours.. Doesn't whine or bark.. He totally skipped the "puppy biting stage" and still hasn't destroyed anything so far.. Even his "puppy stuffed toys" are still alive and well.. He has no reservations toward strangers and I even can leave food on the counter and it won't magically "dissappear"..
I'm sure he's a full European Dobermann and not a Dobermann x "saint" mix or something because we do have some struggles.. Mostly thanx to his raging hormones and his focus capacity that is comparable to the size of half a shrimp.. 🙈😅.. But other than that... He's really strange for a Dobermann 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I had Rescued my first Dobie from the pound. He was AWESOME 😎.......even if he ate my spare room and Headrests in my car 😂. Owners need to realize their NECK is bigger than their Head.....so if anyone is thinking about chaining them up outside while at work......Please don’t. They’ll be out of that collar long before you get to work. Not ALL have separation anxiety . One of mine would Hide under my pillows.... YES....an 80 pound Dobie can curl up and become invisible 😂. Best Breed I’ve ever owned.
Even so I dream for a dobie 🥹
Hopefully you'll be able to have one of your own someday!
@@DobermanPlanet thanks
Just say it. Dobermans are good at sensing dirtbags. Lol
Yes so true ...! And we love them 🐕🌹
We sure do! Despite any annoyances haha!
I never ever had that problem with mine. Mine lived to be 12 years. The only thing you need is a puppy door so that they can get out and do their potty outside. "clean up often" soon or later they will step on their own poop. One thing that did happen is it loved to be covered with a blanket to go to sleep and ended up having to wake up 3 or 4 times a night for 12 fkn years!!! Any blanket given to it lasted for a few months because it loved to tear them appart and still be covered by them. I gave it a laser pointer to follow and it kept it in shape. At the park I removed the leash and could follow that laser light for 15 minutes non stop. When I did that she would wake up less times at night. Never had problems with a leash. If you talk to them like a person they will eventually understand what you are telling them..If you talk to them with commands they will only learn that. Mine knew what we were talking about every time like a sponge. Very highly intelligent dogs. These dogs won't make your house smell like someone owns a dog. My clothes or house never smelled like we owned one. They need tons of excersise if you don't get them tired they will be all over you everywhere you go. They don't want to be alone when you are there.
My wife and I where just talking about being soaked by our Doberman after drinking water today. I have a boxer we trained
not to get you soaked but I don't or haven't figured out what to do with my doby yet. Last week I was planting in the garden, I
was on my knees and My wife started laughing I looked behind me and my dog was following behind me pulling up everything
I had just planted. It's like owning your own monster, she makes noises when she dreams that will make your hair stand up lol.
We made it to 13 months and she amazes me every day by how smart she is and how fast she learns. Hang in there, once
your Doberman has you trained it will all be better lol.
Put the doberman in a forest. Problem solved.
Your eyes look like your dog kept you up all night 😂
Good thing I wrote on my adoption application "I want a dog who will be right by me at all times"
cool, worked out 😂
John, absolutely LOVE your vids. I have a male European LEMMY that is hitting 11 mo. mark tomorrow. (My 3rd Dobie). He is a major handful & every day is a challenge right now. Training my wife how to handle this is more important than training Lemmy! I was laughing throughout this whole video. Thank you. Whining like a lil' bitch is quite annoying. And for us, the witching hour (7.30-9pm) is a daily nighmare. He doesn't seem to know how to wind down. Loses his marbles for awhile & then just passes out. Ive combated this behavior with "chew time". Not always able to lull him to sleep, but its better than watching him go bonkers. Those chews put him in a sort of trance. You rock, brother! Keep the vids coming.
Mine is 2 now... I totally forgot about the witching hour when she was under a year. It was trying to figure what time to feed her and take her to the park so we could have some peace in the evening when she passed out.
I'm on my third Doberman now, he is a European also, just turned 2. My first two were Rescues, at age 2, American Breed. I've found that these Europeans seem to be more energetic and driven than the more laid back American breed. In the evening a rough house and play pretty hard with him to wear him out, and he just loves it. After about 10-15 minutes, he's completely worn out, and sleeps like a baby all night. I know a lot of trainers are against playing rough with your Doberman's but as long as you have a "Safe" word to let them know it's gone to far, and then wind them down, they seem to bond even more with you. After all, they like to play rough with other dogs, I'm just substituting another dog with myself since it's just the two of us.
I love Dobermans -& all dogs 🐾💗💗
My 5 month Doberman pup is very selective with his barks on walks😭
You left out whining!!!!!😊😮😊😮
So true, mine drives me crazy sometimes 😅and thank you for the great video.
Haha so glad you can relate, Cathy! Thank you for the kind words!
I agree such a great breed. My dog Lola is my life. 😊
My boy also drops his biscuits everywhere when he’s eating. You can tell where he’s been by the water or biscuit trail 😂 the biscuits are like stepping on Lego 🤦♀️😂 my boys not much of a drooler. He’s drooled once so far (he’s 9months). I do love how they can never be close enough 🥰
Haha the water or biscuit trail! Love it!
@@DobermanPlanet We do have a cleaner here though. She’s a Jack Russell nicknamed hoover 😂
Thank you for commenting 🥰 I love watching your videos :)
Our Doberman is a year old now and she's something else too! Love the Doberman breed now! Thanks for your channel... You helped us to decide on getting her. God Bless!
I love Dobermanns but i dont have one
Might i add cords are a threat they look like snakes and needs to be shredded, i call them bully breeds, they love intimidating anyone who is afraid of them they think its funny,they can instantly tell, they dont even have to see you to know it,they just need to hear you or sense you. They can tell your intentions thats why when they dont like someone trust them. ❤️ absolutely love this breed.
Yes! Cords are dangerous and can often be mistaken for play toys. Great advice!
The leash reactivty thing is so true. Its night and day having my Dobie on leash vs off. He might be one of tne worst on leash dogs ive ever met but definitely the best off leash dog ever.
They never leave you alone, I totally agree! I have two of them. But I love them so much🥰
The anxiety is real. When mine was a puppy we had him penned with baby gates in a hallway and left him for maybe thirty minutes. He literally chewed a hole through the wall to where he could slip inside… we found him proud as ever with his attempt to burrow to china.
Awesome video!!
Thanks so much!! So glad you enjoyed it!
My 12 week old dobie will not step outside without me, I am watching all your videos , which are helpful. This is our third, this is the first one that seems to have separation anxiety and is not taking to the crate trainings..so far. She is adorable and has personality +. I’m so thankful for the videos!
Have a dobermann that loves to be literally by your side. Wherever you move, he's going to be beside your leg and if he knows you're about to leave, he subtly blocks your path or sits on your foot. Quite adorable.
His son was more relaxed, but very inquisitive. He sniffs through you like he's airport security. He even goes between your legs if he gets excited to see you again.
I miss my Dobie every day
As a current European Doberman owner who is coming up on 3yrs of ownership, I 100% agree with all aspects of this video.
So glad you agree!
I really want a doberman in the future! My experience lies mostly with huskies and border collies, as I've had a husky and been watching a family membere border collie for a lot of her life. I really appreciate this video, as it shows new owners what we can expect from our new fur friends ❤ It'll be quite the difference from the independent husky, but i cant wait to have a more loyal dog that I can bring with me to the stables without having to tie them up 😆
Good for protection
My 5 month old Fawn Doberman Lucy does not like to go for walks.
She flat out lays down after we get halfway around the block. Which results in me picking her up and carrying her back home.
Sometimes depending which neighbors yard she stops in if I know them personally I lay in the grass with her till she gets bored and walks back home with me.
I’ve tried all sorts of treats to no avail.
I trust her off leash because she sticks by my side but like all dogs it’s in their nature to chase squirrels or stray cats which are abundant in my neighborhood.
So I exercise her at the local park. She loves fetch.
Bless her heart she is a very quite dog. She doesn’t cry as much as I’ve heard from other doberman owners.
She also doesn’t drool. I lucked out with her, she stopped eating fast once she realized her 5 other litter mates no longer shared her food.
She takes her time eating everything from her food to her snacks. Very meticulous, sometimes I lace her kibble with chunks of chicken, she will eat the chicken first and then come back later to finish the kibble.
Now she does have a habit of leaving a water trail from her water bowl but she has gotten better about taking a moment to let it dribble back into her bowl first.
I think all of us could brag about our dogs but damn I feel lucky. Maybe cause it’s actually my first dog that I owned versus a dog my dad got for the family.
My father lost both his buddies recently (a year each apart).First his Picapoo Harley who was 11. That little rascal was always with him, used to make me laugh when my dad would go to the store he would leave his truck running and called that his antitheft! They slept together always and had an almost telepathic relationship. He would get jealous when my mom would come home from work, she always gave my father a hug and kiss and Harley just had to come in and get some of the action.
His other buddy was Kilo an Am-Staff. He passed at 12 years of age, I had to put him down for my dad because he couldn’t take it anymore after he put Harley down and many years prior he put one of our Chow Chows down too.
Our sweet old girl Inca was the only dog we never had to put down. She went in her sleep at 16 years of age. I literally grew up with her, I was still in diapers when we got her and her brother Thor. Here I am at 27 and she has always been the dog I hold in highest regard. Even in her last days despite hip problems she still had gas in the tank, she would chase after squirrels and frequently left large sized possums that where unlucky enough to cross her path in the night laid out neatly in rows on the porch.
My father has always been an animal person. He is like an animal whisperer I swear to you it’s incredible.
As a kid I can’t tell how many animals he would befriend even for the briefest of moments. Turtles he would stop and pull over to help cross the road. Hell he even would pick up snakes by the tail so that he could get them off of the road too.
Even the meanest cats I wouldn’t dare attempt to pet my father could spank their bottoms, they purred and just acted like he was their owner.
My dad always told me animals are here for us so we need to help them because they can’t help themselves whether it’s their nature that gets the best of them or our own human nature that prevents them from doing so.
Are there different types of Dobermans? Like the working breed vs. non working?
So true LOL... we had to change the door handles. And they drool all over the house. Fortunately, mine has gotten ok when I leave and just sleeps by the window waiting for me to get home. She acts like I've been gone for days when I get home after just a few hours. It's very sweet actually.
Oh just stop trying to make our dobermans are so bad. Piss off. I've had them my whole life. It's how you bring them up...
Understand. Mine can never be close enough.
So glad you can relate!
wow i had no IDEA on the 24/7 thing. i would struggle, as a functioning introvert and creative type. i need solo time.
EDIT: omggggggggg the water drooling holy cow! didn't anticipate that!
5 Annoying Habits my Dobie girl has, but I don't care bc I love her:
1. Won't stop sucking my blankets. Everytime I want to cover up, they're soaking wet because she drools a lot.
2. Always opens the door to my room and I have to stand up every time to close it back
3. Whenever we're jogging she'll ocationlly jump in front of me so we stop and she can catch a break
4. Always steals all the space in bed when we sleep and won't move so i have to accommodate around her
5. She loves to play with plastic empty bottles. The louder, the best
I don't see this link to the camera...I want it but want to order it through you❤
I adore my Mexican Doberman.
Hola John from Merida Yucatan 👋
Me and my boyfriend are set on adopting a Doberman once we move out and can afford it. I always have a lot of time on my hands, so I'll focus on the dog, while he focuses on work. His name will be Dr. Nikholai and I'm doing loads of research on Dobermans specifically to prepare myself to raise him. I want him to be a well-behaved boy who can keep me safe, since I'm not getting taller than 4'11, lol.
My favorite thing about my Doberman Lena is that she follows me every where my cat Piper, Lena and my daughter all in tow no matter where I go 😊. As for her anxiety when I’m gone she is never left alone my 12 year old son is home all day with her or my father however she is so bonded to my daughter and I that she kinda just sleeps all day for him but that works out bc he loves to play his games and this is his first dog so her being chill all day has worked out for us but I do feel bad bc I’m pretty sure she is sad im gone.
Great informational video! My husband and I are considering adding a Doberman into our family. However, I do find it hilarious that every annoying trait you described of a Doberman, is basically how our Malinois girl is 😂
My male German Shephard is exactly the same. The ONLY difference is that instead of drooling, you get shedding on a level that defies the laws of physics. Honestly, I think I'd prefer the drooling haha. Do Malinois shed like crazy?
@@mochajohnson4780 YES! She sheds like crazy, we even thought she might've been part husky, from the way she sheds 😂
Ha! My last dog was a husky/malamute mix. I didn't think anything could shed as much as her... I was so, so wrong! The shepherd is easily 3x worse!
Excellent video John !
Recently with great sadness I discovered from my husband's mom that she heard that my daughter has two dobermans and since last month the male bit her four occasions when she was eating, we can't visit to eat with my daughter as each time she is preparing food but especially eating the dog becomes very quiet and watches her whilst growling. When she tries to tell him off to leave the table area he has bitten her. I think she needs to get a professional help by training. This has caused issues because my daughter invited us for lunch but we had to refuse but we can't let her know that my husbands mom divulged about the doberman and the biting events. My mother in law told me not to repeat what she told me as she would telephone to report the dog to the authorities. Please help!!
Perhaps she needs training on how to train/treat dogs.
The anxiety when you are gone is a huge one. Especially if you are a family that travels often. Even for weekends. Doberman's really suffer emotionally when you are away.
My dobie used to put her face in her "bucket" of water up to her eyeballs and suck water in. She never really drank with her tongue. Another thing she would do, was scream like someone was beating the crap out of her when I came home, when she had done something bad when I was away (and no she was never beaten) LOL Smartest but weirdest dog I ever saw. If you told her to sit but didn't release her from sitting she would be there until you did. I remember telling her to sit late one night in the kitchen and I went to bed. I got up in the morning wondering where she was, walked into the kitchen and she was still sitting there. I felt sooo bad when I saw her, she was shaking in excitement waiting for me to give the release command, looking at me like dad, WTF!!??....Just crazy. I never could bring myself to buy another, it's been about 40 years now and many breeds later, GSD's, collies, and goldens, but there is nothing like a Dobie. All smart dogs, just not the same mold.
When you buy a pack animal and leave it all day alone and wonder why it’s got behaviour problems….
I have a mixed one but I could tell that she’s got absolutely Doberman dominant in her behavior and habits .. I really love her 😂❤
What? The affection, the engery, their intelligence, the loyalty, an all round buddy.
Yes, if you can't handle this, stay away from them. Find a dull couch sitter.
Mine were gifts from God.
Sorry but I didn’t see anything wrong. The dog was running around barking and trying to play. I get pretty pissed off at owners that don’t understand that this kind of behavior is perfectly normal and not a problem. I saw no aggression. If this disturbs you then don’t go to a dog park. You are the problem. I’ve been bringing 4 different Dobermans to dog parks for 25 years. The people are much more problematic than the dogs