• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Dobermans: This large, muscular breed of dog with a square shaped body with ears that either hang naturally or that are cropped to ensure they stand naturally
  • Temperament: Strong willed, protective and quite dominant
  • They are often considered unsuitable as a normal family pet as they require firm handling
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Dobermans range from 65 - 90 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 24 - 28 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Dobermans and Nicknames: Doberman Pinschers
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Dobermans: The coat is normally short, smooth, thick and close and comes in a range of colors including black, brown, blue and fawn with rust marking on their head, body and legs
• Fact 7 - Life of Dobermans: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 15 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Dobermans is the Working dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Dobermans as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Dobermans suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Dobermans are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Gastric Torsion
  • - "Wobbler Syndrome" a disease of the spinal column of the neck
  • - Hip and Elbow Dysplasia (abnormal development of joints referred to as CHD - Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia)
• Fact 12 - Dobermans were originally bred to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
  • - Guarding
  • - Herding
  • - Hunting
• Fact 13 - Breeding Dobermans for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Dobermans

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