Doberman Pinscher a large dog breed.

The Doberman Pinscher was named after it creator, Louis Dobermann a tax collector, dog fancier of Thueringen, Germany. Wanting an alert, companion, guard dog to protect him while making his rounds, he began his project in the 1880s. He didn't keep records, but it is thought that he used the German Pinscher, Rottweiler, Black and Tan Terrier, perhaps the Greyhound and others. By 1889 breed type was fixed. A breed standard was drafted and the breed recognized by the German Kennel Club in 1900. It was imported to the US about 1908, and recognized by the AKC in 1921. American breeders are credited with developing and refining this intelligent, elegant medium size dog, the present-day Doberman.

Affectionately called Dobe, or Doberman, they are a medium size dog, a square body, compactly built, muscular and powerful, for endurance and speed. There is an air of nobility and elegance about the Doberman, giving the impression of a blue blooded animal, or aristocrat. From the strong muzzle and wedge-shaped head to the clearly defined stifle, the outline is definite and sharply etched. Ears are usually cropped, but folded ears are also acceptable. Its gait is free, balanced and effortless. The Doberman dog is energetic, watchful, determined, alert, fearless, affectionate, obedient and loyal, and must not be shy or vicious towards humans. The name Doberman Pinschers is often misspelled as Doberman Pincher or Doberman Pinchers, even Doberman Pincers.

Doberman Pinschers do better in a larger house. A Dobe, Doberman puppy is easily trained, soon excelling at obedience events. A Doberman dog needs grooming, about once a week, and moderate daily exercise. Good with children, it bonds to the whole family, making a Doberman Pinscher puppy a good family pet for the right people. Suggested tests for Doberman breeders are: DNA, vWD, cardiac and hip.