Thuringian pinscher, Doberman dog, Doberman pinscher or simply Doberman - the names of the same breed of dogs, bred relatively recently.
Dobermans are used by humans as snoopers, guard dogs and guide dogs.
History of the origin of the breed
The breed was bred by the German tax collector Friedrich Louis Dobermann at the end of the 19th century.
The position occupied by Frederick was associated withdanger, and he needed an aggressive dog, able to protect him, and at the same time not requiring special care. Dobermann was the owner of a shelter for stray dogs, so it was not difficult to realize his plans for him. Having crossed breeds of dogs characterized by aggressiveness, endurance and high guard qualities - German pinscher, Rottweiler, Manchester terrier and gunner, Dobermann in a short time brought out the type of dog he needed. Subsequently, the bred breed was named after its owner and became known as the Doberman.
Distinctive features of the breed
Порода доберман выделяется своим элегантным и proud look. This fearless, muscular and quick-witted dog is a quality that makes it possible to use the Doberman as a guard and watchman. The developed sense of smell contributes to the fact that the Doberman is considered to be an unsurpassed bloodhound. The dog is strongly attached to the owner and members of his family, does not trust strangers, moderately aggressive. If the dressura develop these qualities, then an excellent guide comes out from the Doberman.
Are there white Dobermans
In the 70s of the last century in the United States wasAn attempt was made to bring to light a Doberman with white wool. An albino bitch was born from ordinary parents. When she reached puberty she was crossed with a traditional Doberman color, but there was no white puppy in the litter. White Dobermans appeared as a result of crossing mother-bitches with their son. These dogs were the progenitors of all albino Doberman dogs found in the United States. Therefore, a white Doberman is considered incomplete or partial albino. It did not make sense to record the result obtained, since the white individuals hatching did not differ in acumen, had unpredictable behavior, were subject to various diseases due to low immunity. Like all albinos, they are deprived of the genes responsible for pigmentation, and doomed to suffer, but this does not mean that white Dobermans have no right to exist.
Why FCI does not recognize Dobermans-albinos
Until the beginning of the last century, only black was recognized.tan color of this breed of dogs. Later, another color is taken as the standard - brown and tan. Until recently, white Dobermans were born extremely rarely, were considered a deviation from the norm and were rejected.
Not long ago American and Britishcanine scientists introduced a new, so-called blue and isabella color of the dogs of this breed. But the International Canine Federation (FCI), which approves breed standards, does not recognize this clarified color among Dobermans. And for this FCI has quite reasonable explanations: light and white Dobermans have poor health and have a number of problems at the genetic level. They suffer from photophobia, which adversely affects the guard and working qualities of dogs of this breed, and their further breeding is recognized as inexpedient.
Should I buy a white Doberman puppy?
It's no secret that a person loves everything unusual, andThe temptation to buy a white-haired Doberman puppy is quite large. Sometimes the dog breeders who are dishonest and money-craving try to convince their potential buyers that they breed white Doberman breeds. The price of albino Dobermans is transcendental, and in fact, in pursuit of profit, you will be sold a sick animal with a weakened immune system. For the attention of breed lovers, you can buy a Doberman puppy from private sellers at prices ranging from 15 to 35 thousand rubles. But in the nursery the price can reach up to 60 thousand rubles. For white Doberman prices from owners can be twice as much. But is it worth spending so much? As long as the puppy is small and has enough strength to fight for its existence, birth defects are almost imperceptible. But over time, the dog becomes more nervous and cowardly, is lost, having fallen into unfamiliar conditions. More and more attention has to be paid to the state of her health - the animal develops skin diseases, there are problems associated with the activity of the thyroid gland, an already rare coat falls out, and the dog becomes bald.
In order not to put at risk the gene pool of the breed as a whole, it is not recommended to breed Dobermans with a blue or isabella color.
How to choose a Doberman puppy
Doberman breed finds more and more newadherents. However, before buying a Doberman puppy, think carefully about whether you will be able to create the conditions necessary for the proper development and for what purpose you need a dog of this particular breed. Choose who would be preferable for you - a dog or a bitch.
Здоровый и породистый щенок должен иметь темные eyes, long neck, strong, almost square body. Twisted limbs and light spots are defects. It is believed that the more pronounced the tan is, the stronger the immune system of the animal.
A 1.5-month-old puppy should have its tail stopped.- the wound by this time should already heal. At the same age, Doberman puppies can begin to stop their ears, so if you do not have enough experience in breeding dogs, you can buy a pet with ears that have already stopped.
Up to 3 months of age, a puppy should be vaccinated against leptospirosis, distemper and parvovirus infection.
A puppy card must be issued to the acquired puppy for the new owner.
