The length of the head, neck and legs are in proportion to the length and depth of the body. The naturally arched neck flows into smooth shoulders, which continue into a strong straight topline, continuing on to the tail which appears to be a continuation of the spine. The head is wedge-shaped with high-set ears that may be cropped or hang naturally. The Doberman Pinscher is a square-bodied, smoothly-muscled, elegant dog of medium size with a short coat. The breed has been recognized by the United Kennel Club since the 1940's. The breed has been a successful working dog and a popular companion, excelling in police and military work. What is certain is that the breed assumed its present appearance fairly rapidly and was recognized by the German Kennel Club in 1899.ĭobermans began to appear in large numbers in the United States after World War I. Most authorities include the Rottweiler, the old (and now extinct) German Shepherd, the German Pinscher, the Manchester Terrier, and the Greyhound. It is uncertain how many and exactly which breeds were used to create the Doberman Pinscher. One of the most well-known early breeders was Louis Dobermann, from whom the breed takes its name. ![]() Dogs were selected for their courage and intelligence. The Germans wanted to create a functional protection and guard dog that would also serve as a family companion. The Doberman Pinscher was developed in Germany toward the end of the 19th century. ![]() The goals and purposes of this breed standard include: to furnish guidelines for breeders who wish to maintain the quality of their breed and to improve it to advance this breed to a state of similarity throughout the world and to act as a guide for judges.īreeders and judges have the responsibility to avoid any conditions or exaggerations that are detrimental to the health, welfare, essence and soundness of this breed, and must take the responsibility to see that these are not perpetuated.Īny departure from the following should be considered a fault, and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog and on the dogs ability to perform its traditional work. ![]() Toggle Search Search UKC Website Go ▼ Show Menu ▼
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