Doberman pinscher

Doberman Pinscher

Other names	Doberman
Common nicknames	Dobie Dobermann Dobynm
Origin	Germany
Traits Weight Male 40–45 kilograms (88–99 lb) Female 32–35 kilograms (71–77 lb) Height Male 68 to 72 centimetres (27 to 28 in) Female 63 to 68 centimetres (25 to 27 in) Coat short coat Color black red blue fawn albino Life span 9-12 years
Classification / standards FCI Group 2, Section 1.1 Pinscher #143 standard AKC Working standard ANKC Group 6 (Utility) standard CKC Group 3 - Working Dogs standard KC (UK) Working standard NZKC Utility standard UKC Guardian Dog standard
Domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris)

Traits
Weight	Male	40–45 kilograms (88–99 lb)
	Female	32–35 kilograms (71–77 lb)
Height	Male	68 to 72 centimetres (27 to 28 in)
	Female	63 to 68 centimetres (25 to 27 in)
Coat	short coat
Color	black red blue fawn albino
Life span	9-12 years

Classification / standards
FCI	Group 2, Section 1.1 Pinscher #143	standard
AKC	Working	standard
ANKC	Group 6 (Utility)	standard
CKC	Group 3 - Working Dogs	standard
KC (UK)	Working	standard
NZKC	Utility	standard
UKC	Guardian Dog	standard

The Doberman Pinscher (German pronunciation: [ˈdoːbɐman ˈpɪnʃɐ]), or Dobermann, or Doberman, is a medium-large breed of domestic dog originally developed around 1890 by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany. The muzzle is long, and so affords the leverage for an extremely strong bite. The Doberman stands on its toes (not the pads) and is not usually heavy-footed. Ideally, they have an even and graceful gait. Traditionally, the ears are cropped and posted, and the tail is docked. However, in some countries it is illegal to do so. Dobermans have markings on the chest, paws/legs, muzzle, above the eyes, and underneath the tail.

Doberman Pinschers are well known as intelligent, alert, and tenaciously loyal companions and guard dogs. Personality varies a great deal between each individual, but if taken care of and trained properly they tend to be loving and devoted companions. The Doberman is driven, strong, and sometimes stubborn. Owning one requires commitment and care, but if trained well, they can be wonderful family dogs. Unlike some breeds (such as the German Shepherd), Dobermans are eager to please only after their place is established in their pack and that place is not as an alpha. With a consistent approach they can be easy to train and will learn very quickly. As with all dogs, if properly trained, they can be excellent with children. Dobermans adapt quickly, though they take their cue from their leader and value attention.

Breed standards describe Doberman Pinschers as dogs of medium-large size with a square build and short coat. They are compactly built and athletic with endurance and swiftness. The Doberman Pinscher should have a proud, watchful, determined, and obedient temperament. The dog was originally intended as a guard dog, so males should have a masculine, muscular, noble appearance. Females are thinner, but should not be spindly.

Although the breed standards vary among kennel and breed clubs, according to the FCI standard the dog typically stands between 68 to 72 centimetres (27 to 28 in), and The Kennel Club in the UK quote 69 centimetres (27 in) as being ideal; the female is typically somewhere between 63 to 68 centimetres (25 to 27 in), 65 centimetres (26 in) being ideal. The Doberman has a square frame: its length should equal its height to the withers, and the length of its head, neck and legs should be in proportion to its body.

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