Westminster Dog Show

Created in 1877, the Westminster Dog Show is the oldest purebred dog show.  Their mission is “to celebrate the companionship of dogs while promoting responsible dog ownership, health, and breed preservation.” The dogs are evaluated against their breed standard by expert judges.  Dog Show Requirements The dog must be registered with the American Kennel Club … Read more

Doberman War Dog Memorial

Do you know the Doberman has a war memorial? Many people aren’t aware that Doberman Pinschers were used in the war.  They were in fact used in World War I and World War 2.  The National War Dog Cemetery was created to honor those dogs who were killed in the 1944 battle of Guam. The … Read more

Doberman Military Service

Dogs Go To War One of the more interesting aspects of Doberman history was the use of this breed during war times. Usually, we think of German Shepherds as the military service dog, but the Doberman was also used.  This shouldn’t surprise us since our breed is known to be smart, tough, and loyal.  Dobermans … Read more