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Posted: 6/17/2018 12:46:53 PM EDT
Lola is our 3yr old Dobie who went through a tough time with heartworm treatment. I'm working hard to get her back into tip top shape. Such a great dog and great breed.
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Posted: 6/24/2018 2:47:31 PM EDT
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This is our girl, Salem. Initially, my husband objected to getting a Doberman. He’d never liked them, thought they were sneaky and mean and nothing he ever wanted to own. But when he described what he wanted in a dog, a Doberman was the perfect match. So he very reluctantly agreed to get one, and she’s completely changed his mind about the breed. She’s been everything he wanted in a dog.
We’ll probably get another from the same line here in a couple years. 
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Posted: 6/24/2018 3:16:30 PM EDT
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Gunner in his usual repose.
And always wanting attention. 
He's 120 lbs. of sweetness. Can be very needy, affection wise. They really are great dogs, but can be headstrong. I wouldn't trade him for the world. Always a tragedy when you lose a dog, but when he leaves me I'm gonna be crushed. |
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Posted: 7/5/2018 1:18:57 PM EDT
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Nine weeks old today. Ear surgery was Tuesday. Last night was her first night home with us. She’s been a sweet little girl.
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Posted: 7/8/2018 7:41:43 AM EDT
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Still VERY interested in a Dobe.
The wife is warming up to it. Recently had to let my 14 year old Beagle go. My female lab has really pulled in closer since. Not sure if she's moving into an alfa role, but her demeanor has changed. Wants to protect me a LOT more now. Hopefully there won't be any real drama other than them working out their own dynamic. |
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Posted: 7/23/2018 8:28:06 PM EDT
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Dottie says Hi
UPDATE: Baby Dottie 
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Posted: 7/23/2018 8:35:16 PM EDT
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They are my favorite breed keep the pictures coming!
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Posted: 7/23/2018 9:02:44 PM EDT
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 Need to get one a different color collar - Have a really rough time telling them apart from any sort of distance... 
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Posted: 7/23/2018 9:13:53 PM EDT
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What's up with the ear surgery? Any benefits or is it purely aesthetic?
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Posted: 7/23/2018 9:30:34 PM EDT
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What's up with the ear surgery? Any benefits or is it purely aesthetic? |
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Posted: 7/23/2018 9:37:09 PM EDT
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There are minor health benefits in that it allows for increased air circulation to the ear canal, which can greatly reduce bacterial and fungal ear infections, but mostly it's aesthetic preference. It's done under anesthesia and is a very minor procedure with a very quick heal time. The author pointed out that neutering is surgery and nobody bats an eye at that painful procedure. Something to think about. Keep the pics coming. |
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Posted: 7/23/2018 9:48:11 PM EDT
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Thanks for the reply. I just read a pro/con piece. I've always liked Dobermans and I've always liked the ears cropped look of the breed. I've mostly had floppy ear dogs and I imagine if the ears weren't already cropped I probably wouldn't do it even though I think they look better that way. The author pointed out that neutering is surgery and nobody bats an eye at that painful procedure. Something to think about. Keep the pics coming. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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There are minor health benefits in that it allows for increased air circulation to the ear canal, which can greatly reduce bacterial and fungal ear infections, but mostly it's aesthetic preference. It's done under anesthesia and is a very minor procedure with a very quick heal time. The author pointed out that neutering is surgery and nobody bats an eye at that painful procedure. Something to think about. Keep the pics coming. |
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Posted: 7/23/2018 11:29:39 PM EDT
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I didn't see a reason to have Dottie's ears done. I like her floppy ears.
It also makes her less intimidating. I have had people walk up to her without a second thought and ask what kind of dog. I say Doberman the facial expressions change to worry and they back up a little. 
Then we start the conversation about how Dobermans are misportrayed and the myths. Edit: Dobermans are my favorite breed. They encompass all the traits that a canine should have IMHO. When I think of a dog I think of a Doberman. They are the royals of the dog world. |
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Posted: 7/23/2018 11:42:56 PM EDT
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The ear issue is really personal preference for the most part but there is a very good reason to dock the tails. Dobermans have a very thin long tail. They have a tendency to fracture.
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Posted: 7/24/2018 12:00:46 AM EDT
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All gone but never will be forgotten, they were truly the best friends I ever had.
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Posted: 7/24/2018 8:19:58 AM EDT
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Ear cropping is like circumcission - breed standard in some circles.
That said, it is done under anesthesia, has a very fast heal time, provides minor health benefits in the long run. Having multiple basset hounds, I can tell the horror stories of ear issues due to long ears, and the excessive amount of time each week required to keep their ears healthy. |
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Posted: 7/24/2018 11:54:15 PM EDT
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What's up with the ear surgery? Any benefits or is it purely aesthetic? Quote HistoryQuoted:
What's up with the ear surgery? Any benefits or is it purely aesthetic? Open your eyes and see how 'closely' you were pointed to that exact sound... It is very common to see cropped Dobermans turn / move their upright ears in the direction of sounds they are paying attention to or interested in. Before they have even moved their head or eyes they have used those ears like individual little radars to localize the directions that whatever sounds came from. In this video, Linda from Aldercrest Dobermans explains it very well in my opinion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5YSTNyU6cY "In nature, A natural ear is an erect ear. You will never see a fox, a coyote, a wolf, a dingo with floppy ears..." "The floppy ears is a manmade aberration in the first place..." She is correct and I can see how that would be much more difficult with a floppy ear dog. 
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Posted: 7/27/2018 2:46:16 PM EDT
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Posted: 7/28/2018 8:38:36 PM EDT
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Retaping the ears. She enjoys the attention now. I tossed every one like that I had in the garbage after the second failure and went with leather collars that had traditional steel buckles / clasps. A proper leather collar with a good clasp may cost a little more but it will outlive your dog if halfway cared for and can be used again for the next dog. When you have a pair of dogs like me and one snaps the cheap nylon collar and plastic clasp - You got a 50% chance of getting them both back inside quickly if you move fast enough. Pretend nothing happened and quickly begin to lead the one dog that is still 'connected' back inside like normal and the other (unconnected) dog might follow along just like normal. With a single dog - When that clasp gives up and the dog gets loose - You are potentially in for a good game trying to catch them. 
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Posted: 7/28/2018 8:52:29 PM EDT
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Buddy, my 15 year old Dobie/Lab mix in his natural environment. He can’t hardly stand any more the kids are going to be devastated.
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Posted: 7/29/2018 11:08:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Those kind of collars with the cheapo plastic clasps WILL fail you when you least expect it. Hopefully it does not fail you when she is 'after' something or near a busy street... I tossed every one like that I had in the garbage after the second failure and went with leather collars that had traditional steel buckles / clasps. A proper leather collar with a good clasp may cost a little more but it will outlive your dog if halfway cared for and can be used again for the next dog. When you have a pair of dogs like me and one snaps the cheap nylon collar and plastic clasp - You got a 50% chance of getting them both back inside quickly if you move fast enough. Pretend nothing happened and quickly begin to lead the one dog that is still 'connected' back inside like normal and the other (unconnected) dog might follow along just like normal. With a single dog - When that clasp gives up and the dog gets loose - You are potentially in for a good game trying to catch them. |
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Posted: 7/29/2018 6:00:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks. Well aware of the strength of collars. That is her tag collar that she wears for ID only. When she is on lead, she is in a leather and chain martingale collar. 
Sounds like this is not your first Doberman and you have things very well sorted out.
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Posted: 7/29/2018 6:12:39 PM EDT
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Buddy, my 15 year old Dobie/Lab mix in his natural environment. He can’t hardly stand any more the kids are going to be devastated.
You are blessed to have had that many years with your 'Buddy' and I hope you get to share many more. |
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Posted: 7/29/2018 6:26:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: THAT made my day.
You are blessed to have had that many years with your 'Buddy' and I hope you get to share many more. |
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Posted: 8/10/2018 11:07:07 PM EDT
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Rizzo
Duckie 
Great dogs. I have a lot of fun working with them. They are super smart with a great temperament. Unfortunately, these are old pics. They are much bigger now. ETA: One more of them "guarding" my boston terrier.. lul 
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Posted: 9/2/2018 2:51:03 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/23/2018 9:47:07 AM EDT
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Liberty is just shy of 6 months old now. She is turning out absolutely beautiful and has one of the most wonderful temperments I have seen.
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Posted: 11/28/2018 3:35:51 PM EDT
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My former best friend. I have another dog now, a pretty good one, but I still miss this guy
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Posted: 11/28/2018 3:45:16 PM EDT
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A couple more for the Christmas season-
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Posted: 12/20/2018 9:30:47 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/20/2018 11:00:27 PM EDT
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Horizon's Sirius Power...AKA Bullet:
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Posted: 12/22/2018 2:39:58 PM EDT
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Sig is almost 9 now.
 
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Posted: 2/14/2019 8:57:29 AM EDT
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Our most recent foster, Jemma. She went to her new home last week:
Our first foster, Reina: 
Both were the closest we came to foster fails. |
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Posted: 2/14/2019 9:21:13 AM EDT
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Thanks for posting, I still miss Onyx, he has been gone 33 years
. Every time I see a thread or dog in person I know he lives on through his cousins!
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Posted: 2/14/2019 9:45:55 AM EDT
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Gatsby 3 1/2yo
 Attached File Attached File Attached File Attached FileGatsby and Mia 6 1/2yo ( she is the Mom and was co owned with the breeder) We got Gatsby from her one and only litter.  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/15/2019 6:24:38 PM EDT
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Porter at 13 ish weeks.
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Posted: 2/15/2019 7:56:03 PM EDT
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Porter at 13 ish weeks. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/158348/805755EB-55D4-429E-9C1F-8CE762C68857_jpeg-846571.JPG Current pic at 7 months. Guarding me from FedEx that is down delivering a package to the neighbors. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/158348/5489DC1E-DCB0-4F5C-84F7-C1B2D5F98721_jpeg-846572.JPG Ha! He sat for just long enough for me to snap this. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/158348/52B2F708-7926-41DA-9543-9FE097F300E3_jpeg-846580.JPG |
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Posted: 2/15/2019 10:12:40 PM EDT
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Handsome. I like the name too Quote HistoryQuoted:
Handsome. I like the name too Porter is a dog in the Mel Gibbson movie Payback. But it means "Keeper of the gate." What better name for a guard dog? English and Scottish: occupational name for the gatekeeper of a walled town or city, or the doorkeeper of a great house, castle, or monastery, from Middle English porter 'doorkeeper', 'gatekeeper' |
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Posted: 2/25/2019 1:07:51 AM EDT
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My former best friend. I have another dog now, a pretty good one, but I still miss this guy .
....................... ...................... ...................... My Dutchie is a good dog and he excels in some area's where my Dobie was lacking, but I still miss the Dobermann. It's a real shame that old-school Dobermann's are damn near extinct. |
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Posted: 2/25/2019 12:56:51 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/26/2019 5:59:55 PM EDT
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Posing for Dog Fancy Centerfold?
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Posted: 2/26/2019 7:20:03 PM EDT
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I HATE this thread, because I want a dobie soooo bad.
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Posted: 2/26/2019 7:22:47 PM EDT
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Spay/neuter, especially pediatric spay/neuter are invasive procedures with very few health benefits and a whole lot of potential negative side effects, including cancer, orthopedic deformity and injury, and incontinence. Bad news for what amounts to owner convenience (pardoning a few legitimate medical conditions). Animals are far better off neutered. The ONLY reason not to it is if the animal is to be bred for money. Your 'negative consequences' are extremely rare. |
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Posted: 2/26/2019 7:24:20 PM EDT
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Liberty is just shy of 6 months old now. She is turning out absolutely beautiful and has one of the most wonderful temperments I have seen.  I thought she was hang gliding! |
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Posted: 2/27/2019 2:13:31 AM EDT
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I would certainly argue with that. Animals are far better off neutered. The ONLY reason not to it is if the animal is to be bred for money. Your 'negative consequences' are extremely rare. |
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Posted: 2/27/2019 3:23:50 AM EDT
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Posted: 2/27/2019 10:05:15 AM EDT
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Posing for Dog Fancy Centerfold? |
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Posted: 2/27/2019 2:34:51 PM EDT
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She’s a total goofball. She sleeps like that all the time. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posing for Dog Fancy Centerfold? |
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Posted: 2/27/2019 2:49:56 PM EDT
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I would certainly argue with that. Animals are far better off neutered. The ONLY reason not to it is if the animal is to be bred for money. Your 'negative consequences' are extremely rare. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Spay/neuter, especially pediatric spay/neuter are invasive procedures with very few health benefits and a whole lot of potential negative side effects, including cancer, orthopedic deformity and injury, and incontinence. Bad news for what amounts to owner convenience (pardoning a few legitimate medical conditions). Animals are far better off neutered. The ONLY reason not to it is if the animal is to be bred for money. Your 'negative consequences' are extremely rare. |
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Posted: 2/27/2019 4:52:52 PM EDT
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Except cancer and hip dysplasia and spay incontinence aren’t rare at all. |
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