About Doberman Pinschers:
The Doberman is energetic, watchful, and determined. It is alert and fearless—-a good watchdog or guard dog. It can be very aggressive. It is loyal and obedient, but structured obedience training is absolutely essential. This breed has mellowed over last 3 or 4 decades as a result of careful breeding. A German breed, the Doberman Pinscher traces its heritage to some of the old, basic German dogs such as the Rottweiler and the German Pinscher, as well as to the Black and Tan Terrier of England. It is named after Louis Dobermann of Apolda in Thueringen, Germany, who developed the breed in the 1890s, primarily as a guard dog and a watchdog. The Doberman blossomed into a superb police and army clog, and is still used as a guard dog throughout the world.
Care and Exercise:
Short coat requires little care, usually just a brisk rubdown with a rough cloth. Bathe as needed. Whiskers are normally cut for show purposes. Nails usually keep themselves worn down, but sometimes may require further filing. Help keep teeth clean by feeding dog a hard biscuit daily; if doing this is not sufficient, teeth may need scraping by a veterinarian. This athletic breed must be exercised regularly and carefully to maintain its look, condition, and agility. Roadwork (following a car, bicycle, or jogger) is essential, as is free play such as chasing a ball, although only in a safe fenced area. Dobermans become tense when deprived of sufficient exercise. Should be obedience-trained well and early. Best kept on leash unless it has had advanced obedience work.
Recommended Households:
This breed is recommended only for an experienced dog person or family. It needs good and proper exercise, and makes a superior dog if raised well and trained carefully, it should never be trained to attack.
About Miniature Pinschers:
This little cracker is of a dog is vibrant, vivacious, perky, and always on the go. It's affectionate and playful. The Miniature Pincher tends to be aggressive in spite of its size. It can he destructive if left alone too long. This is a very proud and dynamic little dog. They are actually quite acrobatic, and will run across the tops of couches and chairs like a rocket when they get excited. They are very athletic for such a little dog. Developed in Germany, the Miniature Pinscher is very similar in appearance to the Doberman Pinscher. It is at times mistakenly referred to as the Miniature Doberman, although the 2 breeds are not related, and the Miniature Pinscher is actually a few centuries older. This breed was brought to the United States in the 1920s, where it soon became quite popular both as a pet and as a watchdog. The Minpin, as it is affectionately known, has also appeared on the stage. Its intelligence, smart appearance, and fearless self-assurance make it an appealing companion.
Care and Exercise:
Bathing not required. Instead, brush once or twice a week and rub down with damp cloth. Nails and ears must be attended to weekly. Once a day, walk on a leash or let loose in an escape-proof area for a short time to enable it to release abundant energy. Male has a tendency to mark its territory, as do all breeds that are of an aggressive nature. Care must be taken during cold weather since it has little coat protection.
Recommended Households:
An excellent, hardy dog for the lively, fun-loving family. The Miniature Pinscher is good with children and adjusts quickly to new situations . It should not be left to its own devices too long. Rather noisy, but makes an excellent watchdog. It does not care for excessive pampering. This breed will soon run the home if not stopped.
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