The Working Dog Breeds

*Doberman Pinscher*

*The Doberman Pinscher breed suffers from a bad reputation. It is characterized as an aggressive, sometimes vicious large dog that may turn on its master., but the breed as a whole isn't as aggressive as most people think. When training a Doberman it's best not to use punishment or have an impatient, angry attitude. A Doberman trained out of fear is not safe around anyone. In general, they are very alert watchdogs and can be very aggressive guard dogs. They are either reserved or aggressive toward strangers.

*Origin: Germany

*Other names: Dobermann

*Nick Names: Dobe...Dobie

*Description: Doberman Pinschers are, in general...loving...gentle...loyal...highly intelligent.

*Behavior: Behavior problems may include indoor restlessness, phobias, timidity, irritable snapping, dominance, fear biting.

*Compatible with children: Use discretion...some may be bad around children and some may be tolerant if they are raised from puppyhood with children.

*Typical Female Weight: 60-90 lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 75-100 lbs

*Average life span: 10-12 years.

Temperament Level	Very High	High	Medium	Low	Very Low
1.Indoor Activity
2.Outdoor Activity
3.Vigor
4.Dominance Toward Strange Dogs
5.Dominance Toward Familiar People
6.Emotional Stability
7.Sociability - Within Family
8.Sociability - With Children
8.Sociability - With Strangers
9.Learning - Obedience
10.Guard Dog Ability
11.Watch Dog Ability

*German Shepherd*

*The German Shepherd is another breed that suffers from media hype and puppy-mill production. Puppy-mill German Shepherds adopted from pet stores may be timid, nervous, and fear biters.

*Description: Well-bred German Shepherds have been described as courageous...loyal...able to absorb and retain training...poised...stable...well-controlled nerves...highly intelligent...patient...faithful...watchful.

*Origin: Germany

*Other names: Deutscher Schäferhund...Schäferhund Alsatian

*Behavior: Potential behavior problems in this breed varies with the type of breeding. Some specimens are mischievously or angrily destructive when left alone. Other behavior problems may include indoor restlessness, nervousness and fear biting, especially the puppy-mill variety.

*Compatible with children: Yes...with proper training and socialization as a puppy.

*Typical Female Weight: 70-85 + lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 75-110 + lbs

*Average life span: 10-12 years.

Temperament Level

Very High

High

Medium

Low

Very Low

1.Indoor Activity

2.Outdoor Activity

3.Vigor

4.Dominance Toward Strange Dogs

5.Dominance Toward Familiar People

6.Emotional Stability

7.Sociability - Within Family

8.Sociability - With Children

8.Sociability - With Strangers

9.Learning - Obedience

10.Guard Dog Ability

11.Watch Dog Ability

*Giant Schnauzer*

*The Giant Schnauzer dog breed is about the size of the German Shepherd and may be considerably more aggressive. In the past it has been used for driving cattle and for guard and police work.

*Origin: Germany

*Other names: Riesenschnauzer...Russian Bear Schnauzer

*Description: Bold...playful...fun-loving...spirited...highly adaptable.

*Behavior: Behavior problems may include dominance challenges to the owner and indoor restlessness.

*Compatible with children: Yes...use discretion with small children.

*Typical Female Weight: 65-85 lbs
*Typical Male Weight: 70-90 lbs

*Average life span: 10-12 years

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