Character, special skills and training.
Lively, courageous, vigilant and energetic, the Doberman has a slightly disquieting, resolute expression.This proud, determined, impulsive breed must be stable, composed and sociable.This is not a dog for everyone. He requires an authoritative owner who is fair, calm and will assert himself with patience and gentleness. The Doberman is blindly loyal and devoted to his owner and can be trusted with children. He is a born guardian and is extremely wary of strangers. Fundamentally peace-loving, the Doberman is an emotionally sensitive dog and does not like conflict.
Care.
This dog needs space and exercise to burn off energy. He will not tolerate being tied up. Regular brushing is required.
Function.
Working dog: Police dog, Army dog. Guard dog and defence dog, Pet.
Colour.
Black or brown with clearly defined tan markings on muzzle, cheeks, throat, forechest, legs and feet.
Height. Dog:68 to 72 cm, bitch:63 to 68 kg.
Weight. Dog:40 to 45 kg, bitch:32 to 35 kg.
Source. The Royal Canin Dog Encyclopaedia.
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