doberman puppies
By sarahybanez
@sarahybanez (41)
United States
December 2, 2006 5:43pm CST
My son asked if he could have a puppy, I told him it was ok with me but to ask his dad. WELL dad went with him to see the puppies and guess what they came home with TWO pure bred dobies. Holy moly which one is the kid here? Now among other pets, like sugar gliders, cats, a rat, a snake, a beagle, a bull mastif. WE HAVE TWO puppies any advice from anyone would be cool. training techniques. methods for calming the nerves(mine)
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14 responses
@lilaclady (28207)
• Australia
2 Dec 06
I know someone with a doberman and they can be very loving pets, very intelligent....I hope someone can advise you further on training as I think they would have to be well and truely checked on their behaviour.
@ButtrflyDreams (1139)
• United States
3 Dec 06
The biggest thing is to make sure that they get tons of socialization with other people/animals. If they're not socialized properly, they won't be well-adjusted dogs. Good luck!
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@WJJ850906 (705)
• China
3 Dec 06
I know someone with a doberman and they can be very loving pets, very intelligent....I hope someone can advise you further on training as I think they would have to be well and truely checked on their behaviour.
@josiesmom305 (22)
• United States
2 Dec 06
I am 23 years old and i have had 5 dobermans since i was 7 years old. They aren't as mean as people think unless you train them like that. My guess is that since you have a son they will be trained to be calm around people and kids. My daughter is 2 years old and our doberman is her best friend. She rides him around, gives him kisses and plays catch with him. It's cute. Anyway, tips on training is to take them dog obiedent (spell?) classes and you and them will turn out fine. Just give them time to get used to you and for you to get used to them. GOOD LUCK
@dobyladysaturn (151)
• United States
6 Mar 07
AKC has a great video on how children should act with dogs that they know and don't know. I believe it is free also. They probably have video on basic obedience also but I am not sure. I believe Purina and Pedigree has a free video or site with basic obedience information also.
@dobyladysaturn (151)
• United States
16 Oct 07
You have had these dogs for awhile now How have things worked out? Hopefully just fine.
@elleb0418 (1107)
• Philippines
30 May 10
I am a doberman breeder here in Davao city.I have my 13 dobe at home.As of now I have my 9 puppies.My line of breeds are Lex luthor and asawoods.Some say that doberman is a fierce dog,but for it depends how you take care of them.My dobe are all tame, even kids can hold them, I always bring them during dogs shows here in Davao.Doberman are very nice dogs.I am happy to know that you have dobe also.
@rainbow (6761)
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4 Dec 06
wow!!! 2 of the very best dogs in the world,you are so lucky, dobys are no trouble at all, happy,content, playful and cheeky but never really naughty. I love mine so much, before you know it they'll be the most beloved family members you have. They're usually fine with other pets too.
@LovingIt (5396)
• United States
3 Dec 06
Unless they are trained to be mean, dobermans are not mean dogs, so don't worry about that. They are naturally very sweet, loving, and loyal dogs. They will, most likely, be very protective of your sons, however, so you may have to watch that other people don't act aggresive toward your sons around them, however.
They are among the most intelligent dogs ever so training them is almost effortless. Once they understand what you want them to do, they will do it. They love to please! If you can afford it, obedience training might be a good thing so they can learn basic commands. If not, don't sweat it you can do it yourself. Just work with them and when they do what you tell them, give them plenty of praise and perhaps a treat. Everything will be fine.
@cr1st1nel (3564)
• Romania
3 Dec 06
You could search for training techinques on the internet i bet that there are many good advices.I even think yourself could train them the only thing you are required is the patience and time
@arman9890 (452)
• India
3 Dec 06
well its acually good what his dad did for him.. He will be more motivated because of his dad. He must be very cool person i believe. I liked the way he handle the situation.. I am sure you will get attahced to those puppies soon and the fact is not he will treat his dad as his best friend.. And he will not hesitate to tell his dad any mistake he has done. Generally what happens when kid wants something he goes to mom but here the situation will be different he will go to his father for more help.. What you say.. I think its good for the kid as well