Doberman breeders produce watch dogs best known for their loyalty and intelligence. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Doberman Breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   Doberman breeders must belong to professional organizations such as the AKC (American Kennel Club), UKC (United Kennel Club) or the NKC (National Kennel Club).

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   Doberman breeders ensure that the Doberman you are taking home is genetically pure as per the breed's AKC definition, details of lineage, ancestry, and championship status, and free from any genetic or medical complications.

3. How to Find:

   Professional dog organizations maintain an exhaustive list of Doberman breeders.

4. What to Expect:

   A Doberman breeder will provide you with the complete information on this dog breed, its ancestors and parentage, championship status, and medical records. In addition, the breeder is available for advice on feeding, training, and other issues. Doberman breeders also offer a guarantee for the dog they have supplied.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   A breeder should maintain all possible health and hygiene standards, have designated areas for grooming, medical procedures, play areas, and isolation areas.

Doberman breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   The average litter size is between 8 to 10 puppies.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   Doberman puppies can be bought at 4 to 5 weeks old.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   A puppy should be active and housed in a clean, warm environment. The pup should have its tail cut off by the 3rd day to lend the dog its AKC-accepted look.

4. Registry:

   Your puppy should be registered with a professional dog organization.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   Dogs produced by Doberman breeders should show their tender muscles even when young, though they may appear a little roundish as they gain their slender shape by 6-weeks.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   Doberman breeders are likely to charge you between $700 to $1300.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   Your breeder should encourage you to meet the pup's parents and should be ready with medical records, ancestry details, and championship status.

Doberman breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   You need to inquire about the reputation and track record of the breeder from knowledgeable people, such as your vet, responsible friends, dog enthusiasts, and professional dog organizations.

2. Pet Health:

   Dobermans are generally healthy dogs, yet can develop spinal cord and heart disorders, as well as, obesity at an older age. An interesting fact about the Doberman concerns a gene that causes a white Doberman. This gene is the same gene that produces white tigers. Although no proof exists of any health issues due to this gene, you can always test for any complications.

3. Assurances:

   Your Doberman breeder should give you a written document assuring the quality of the dog and help in cases of behavioral or medical emergencies.