Dobermans Den

Does Your Doberman Have Good Manners?

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Unfortunately the doberman breed still suffers a bit of a public relations image problem.  It’s getting better but we still have work to do.  In an effort to promote well mannered dogs, the Canine Good Citizen Program was created.  Passing the canine good citizen test shows your dog’s ability to be well mannered in various situations and your commitment to responsible dog ownership.

Having passed the canine good citizen requirements can have multiple benefits. Certification may be helpful in convincing owners of rental properties to allow your dog in apartments. The CGC test may also be used as a screening tool for therapy dogs or rescue centers.  To find a canine good citizen test evaluator contact local dog trainers for the nearest classes.  The American Kennel Club offers a list of American CGC evaluators.

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Doberman Service Dog Training

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We don’t usually see dobermans being used as service dogs but when we do it’s a wonderful thing. Not only do these dogs help their owners but they also help improve the doberman’s reputation.

Since dobermans are naturally intelligent, highly trainable and alert dogs they are perfect candidates for service work. Although they are typically known for their work as guard dogs, I expect we’ll see dobermans being used more in other fields. They are already being used in search & rescue, as therapy dogs, guide dogs for the blind and seizure dogs. Read More » » »

Doberman Dog Treadmill Training

Dobermans are a high energy dog breed that need lots of exercise.  Without adequate exercise to burn up this excess energy, you’ll end up with a frustrated dog and a frustrated dog is not a well behaved dog.  One option for exercise is dog treadmill training.  This is an especially great option if you live in icy cold countries,  don’t have the time, don’t have a fenced yard for off-leash runs or maybe you have a dog that is not very socialable or well-behaved in public.

To get your dog to use a treadmill for exercise you’ll want to slowly get the dog comfortable with the idea. Start slow and depending on how confident your dog naturally is, it may take 5 minutes or it may take hours. Read More » » »