Monday, June 13, 2011

Search For a Reputable Doberman Breeder

By George Cowley


You should be very careful about where you obtain a puppy of the Doberman breed , because the dogs of this breed are, on a hand, very loyal to their owner, but on the other hand, they are dependable of one persons' care, and of course you want that puppy to grow into a healthy and happy, well-adjusted adult dog.

Dobermans are a beautiful breed of dog that has become more popular with each passing year. Dobermans are fiercely loyal and will bond with one person in the home for life. Do not consider this breed if you do not have the time and energy to devote to raising the puppy into adulthood as the dog will suffer if left alone and ignored.

When it comes to finding Doberman puppies the task is not that difficult. What is difficult sometimes is getting your puppy from a proper source. A yard sale, flea market, pet store or puppy mill is not the place to go and should be avoided for obvious reasons. For one thing, when people offer doberman puppies for sale in such places they are not concerned with the welfare of the puppies or whether you end up with a dog that is unhealthy and has behavioral issues. No sincere breeder would ever offer their dogs for sale in this way.

Prior to buying or adopting a puppy of the Doberman breed, be sure that you have taken the time to learn about the relevant features of this breed. This way you will have no surprises after you have brought the puppy in your home. There is the possibility that you already know very much the breed's character traits, health issues, caring requirements and so forth. If you are not familiar with the basic information about the breed, you must do some research prior to buying the puppy.

Obtaining a Dobey is easy provided that you know the right places to look. The best idea is to consult with your vet or Doberman Clubs who would more than likely be able to put you touch with a reputable breeder. Expect to pay more for the doberman puppies for sale, but know that what you are paying for will ultimately save you time, money and heartache in the future.

Another aspect you should consider is the docking of the tail and the cropping of the ears, that in some countries are illegal. If these changes are legal in your country, ask the breeder if he already has done them and whether they were performed by someone with the proper qualifications. Many of the owners and lovers of the dogs of this breed consider that this type of cosmetic surgery is actually cruel and unnecessary to the dog. In the United States, tail docking is considered as a standard for the breed.

Dobermans are prone to some health issues and could require veterinary assistance and medical treatment as the years go by. Be prepared for this by researching the breed and finding out which health issues are common to it. Reputable breeders know about these issues and work in minimizing them by being very selective over which dogs are allowed to breed.




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