The Doberman Pinscher is a medium-sized, strong and muscular breed of dog that has been popular for many years. It is believed that the breed was created by Karl Friedrick Louis Dobermann, a German dog hunter, by crossing many different breeds. While it is not officially known what breeds make up the Dobermann, it is believed to be a mix of Rottweiler, German Pinscher, Great Dane, Greyhound, German Shepherd and more. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 and has since been one of the most popular dog breeds due to its intelligence and agility.
Otto Goeller is credited with turning the Doberman into a more useful dog and, in 1900, the German Canine Club recognized the Dobermann Pinscher as a breed. North American breeders usually cut the tails and ears of Doberman puppies, although this is not mandatory. White Dobermans are not recognized among professional breeders and continue to be bred by unethical breeders who promote them as rare to charge more for an animal that would never win an exhibition competition. If you're looking for a white Doberman, be sure to work with a reputable breeder who can provide you with health certificates.
The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) publishes global breed standards following the advice of the International Dobermann Club (IDC), which is the governing council of the Dobermann breed and has 36 countries on its member list. The Doberman Pinscher has been ranked among the most intelligent dog breeds in experimental studies and expert evaluations. It is also widely believed that the Old German Shepherd was the biggest contributor to the Dobermann breed. Thanks to meticulous breeding of only the biggest and strongest, the breed at one point became too stubborn and fierce.
