Dobermann

Created by a German tax collector who wanted a bodyguard on his rounds.

Type

Guardian

Breed group

Pinschers, schnauzers, molossers and mountain dogs

Origin

Germany

Size

Large · 32–45 kg

Life expectancy

10–12 yrs

Coat

Short coat

Care tips

• Needs 2+ hours of exercise daily and a job for the brain: training, scent work or a sport.
• Brush once a week; bathe only when it really needs it.
• Large-breed puppy food, and no forced running or long stairs until it's fully grown (around 18 months).
• A fast learner that gets bored fast: puzzle toys and short training sessions every day.
• Ask the breeder for: heart check, hip x-rays.
• Food safety, from Bumba: keep the batch number of every bag. If your dog suddenly can't stand or walk, go to the vet the same hour.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. Your vet knows your dog best.

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