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What Are Dobermans Like?

 
Max. D Gray
By Max. D Gray. August 22, 2022
What Are Dobermans Like?

Do you like Dobermans? This dog breed is characterized by its imposing physique and stature. But when it comes to adopting a dog, it is also important to know its character. So you need to know everything about the breed's temperament to determine if you are really suited to each other and what living together with a Doberman would be like.

In the following oneHOWTO article you will learn what Dobermans are like, what their most essential character traits are and whether they are a dangerous breed.

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Contents

  1. Dobermans are bold
  2. Dobermans are loyal
  3. Dobermans have a protective instinct
  4. Dobermans are intelligent and obedient
  5. The Doberman as a guard dog
  6. Is the Doberman a dangerous breed?

Dobermans are bold

Dogs that live in constant fear tend to react aggressively to any potentially dangerous situation by scratching, biting, and fighting to protect themselves. A well-trained Doberman, on the other hand, meets danger with integrity and without losing control or nerves.

Dobermans are dogs trained to instinctively understand whether their owners are comfortable with other people. If the owners consider them friends, the Doberman will treat them as such. Otherwise, the dog will be alert and wait for its handler's commands.

The owner of the Doberman should be calm but firm, able to assert themselves towards the dog and give them all their affection. This breed is extremely loyal and dependent on their family. They show blind devotion to their caregivers and is very compatible with children, being friendly and affectionate to them.

Dobermans are loyal

Dobermans can be considered dogs of a single person because of the deep love and loyalty they feel for their caregivers. In fact, this breed is willing to do anything to protect its family, especially its highest reference person.

It is important to understand that it is a temperament with aggressive and instinctive components, but it only becomes dangerous if your Doberman is not well behaved and trained. Dobermans are a lovable, playful and affectionate breed as long as they learn to channel their strong character.

The Doberman's loyalty and reliability make them an ideal dog to handle compromising situations, potential dangers and stressful contexts in a sensitive and intelligent way.

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What Are Dobermans Like? - Dobermans are loyal

Dobermans have a protective instinct

The natural courage of the Doberman reinforces its protective instinct, which is particularly pronounced towards its guardian. For this reason, they sometimes show an instinctive aggressive behavior that must be channeled in a more constructive and controllable way.

Physical activity is a great ally to channel the Doberman's aggressiveness. In order to get rid of their accumulated energy, you should challenge them mentally and physically. In this sense, your dog will always do his best, both physically and mentally, in all the activities you ask him to do, because he will never want to disappoint you.

With physical exercise, training sessions, a variety of games and continuous socialization with other dogs and people, you will be able to constructively manage your Doberman's strong protective instinct.

Dobermans are intelligent and obedient

The Doberman is a highly intelligent breed with a great ability to learn. Their great intelligence makes them a very obedient dog in all kinds of situations. Even under great stress, where other breeds would give in to their natural instincts, your Doberman will remain loyal and obedient.

The Doberman is very intelligent, learns quickly any command and is able to remember up to 30 different commands, and has an impeccable behavior.

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What Are Dobermans Like? - Dobermans are intelligent and obedient

The Doberman as a guard dog

The Doberman is a dog that enjoys being ever vigilant, following movements around the house to find out what members of their family are doing. Dobermans can be used for hunting and guarding, but at the same time they are affectionate dogs that are with children and are very committed to human interaction. Dobermans are the perfect watchdogs because even when they seem relaxed, they remain alert and are constantly on the lookout for intruders or danger.

Is the Doberman a dangerous breed?

Much has been said about the Doberman. Many cruelties have been spread about this breed of dog, such as that their brain grows so strong and so fast that it does not fit in their skull and that is why they go crazy. All these are untruths that can only harm a noble and affectionate dog breed, as long as it receives good education and socialization.

Dobermans are not in the ranking of the most dangerous dog breeds, although they are considered potentially dangerous animals because of their appearance and courage. We emphasize the adjective 'potentially'. And as we said, well-behaved and living in a family that gives them the care and affection they need, they are protective and loyal companions that can be enjoyed for many years.

If you want to learn more about this topic, continue reading this other article, where we give you some tips on how to train your dog not to bite.

What Are Dobermans Like? - Is the Doberman a dangerous breed?

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