Dobermans as Guard Dogs: Are Males or Females Superior?

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@bascia3125
@bascia3125 2 ай бұрын
I had a male, I know females are a better protection, but my DJ was my soul mate, saved my life..I miss him so so much.❤
@franciscollingwood7372
@franciscollingwood7372 2 ай бұрын
With you there. My late Euro boy, Jasper, was only 20 months when we had to say goodbye. My American-Euro female, Lila, is every bit as defensive a dog as he was, but is definitely more in tune with our feelings, worries and - where relevant - stress moments. But she focuses and switches off just as easily when given a job to do. In a show ring, she blocks out distractions beautifully, not that this was the point of John’s video.
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. DJ sounds like he was such a great companion!
@LaLa615
@LaLa615 2 ай бұрын
My male Doberman is super attached to me & very protective.. He can be out playing in the yard, running around.. If I’m on the other side of the yard and put my head down like I’m sad, he immediately comes running over to check on me and raps his front leg/paw around my leg like a hug.. It’s the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen. He’s my best friend ❤🐾 I feel so blessed to have him in my life!
@jeffbowman7017
@jeffbowman7017 2 ай бұрын
I used to have one of each, (at the same time, Rip to them both). The male was easier to train, and appeared to be more intimidating, didn’t particularly like other dogs, loved people. However, the female was less sociable with people, and was definitely more protective of family and property.
@thedoo777
@thedoo777 2 ай бұрын
But just know that females want their trained don't forget
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
You're welcome, Cathy! Thank you for your positive feedback. Glad you can see how these results ring true, even with you having a male!
@lostinspacerobinson1527
@lostinspacerobinson1527 2 ай бұрын
Female , all the way ! I got my ruby red when she was 6 weeks old , shes 2 now , and let me tell ya , shes all about the protection ! But requires 100% attention ! Woof !!!❤Edit : Shes almost glued to me at the hip .....
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
That's great you have a loyal friend by your side!
@lostinspacerobinson1527
@lostinspacerobinson1527 2 ай бұрын
@@DobermanPlanet thanks for the reply . You think you can do a segment on spay / neuter ? Because I'm nervous about getting that done for her , Yours truly, JD.......
@adamn1371
@adamn1371 2 ай бұрын
When did she first become in heat my red is coming up on a year old next month
@robinorton5873
@robinorton5873 6 күн бұрын
I just got a ruby mini doberman pincher....or mini pin as they call them.She is big dog girl in a small body. Shes 6 months and right beside me on guard.your right she needs lots of love and shes getting it❤
@hopeinhim9269
@hopeinhim9269 2 ай бұрын
My male sticks to me like glue, and is very protective when needed.
@tallshiprocky
@tallshiprocky 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for another great, informative video! My blue female Doberman convinced me at a young age that she is the perfect companion for me. I often travel solo (camping) across country and there have been a couple of times that she has stood in front of me, growling at a guy in the campground who was acting a bit erratic. Another time she jumped in front of myself and my other, smaller, dog as an off leash German shepherd was running at us in full on attack mode. Luckily for us, as soon as Bella jumped in front, lunging, barking, snarling at the shepherd, the shepherd stopped immediately and returned to his owner. Add to that the incredibly loving nature she has with me and my family, and I know everyone here understands what absolutely amazing companions Dobermans are. ❤❤❤
@Tryptone
@Tryptone 2 ай бұрын
My 3 year old girl ticks all those boxes as well. We have a family of 5 and she is most certainly MY dog in her view. Checks in constantly. Barks at everybody new... Etc.
@user-oz2mt9kz2w
@user-oz2mt9kz2w 2 ай бұрын
My 1 year Female Doberman is very protected with both of us my Husband and myself 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@lucinaramsey4705
@lucinaramsey4705 2 ай бұрын
Great vlog, I was excited to watch this one…. I had a female, she was always on high alert in the yard and never laid down ever, just always watching, looking and listening…. when we would walk a trail together, I let her off leash and she would only go ahead maybe ten to fifteen feet then turn around come back and circle around me then do it again the whole walk, I miss her so much.
@keithdittmar1701
@keithdittmar1701 2 ай бұрын
Another great video John It made me wonder about the differences between intact males and altered males. I'm also wondering about how having a litter affects a female.
@lapismosi8065
@lapismosi8065 2 ай бұрын
I am a 66 woman who lives alone in the country. I have four dobies, a black male, a blue male, a black female and a red female. Yes, the females are more energetic, quicker to run to the gate and bark if a vehicle drives up. The females are completely fearless but they are also way more difficult to deal with because they are so headstrong and hyper. The females could spend all day sparing and playing war, but they are more apt to chase my horses and attack the chickens. My males are way more laid back (like male lions) but when they get fed up with the harassment from the females they put them in their place in two seconds. The males are significantly more bonded with me and treat me gently and respectfully.The boys calmly walk right next me as we go about our outside daily chores. They even adjust their walking speed to match my slow and unsteady gait. The boys are my heart and soul and the bond we have is like nothing else in the world. I love this breed; they are so smart and graceful and physically amazing with regards to their stamina and ability to jump, climb, spin in mid air and run like the wind. There are differences between the males and females but one is not necessarily better than the other. I enjoy the differences in my dogs and I feel so safe having them live with me because no one will dare come onto my property unless I lock up the dogs. I know if I were in danger every single one of them would give their lives protecting me. 💙🩷💙🩷
@MIGHTYM4RS
@MIGHTYM4RS 2 ай бұрын
didnt even start the video yet and my vote is already female dobies 😂
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
Haha! You know your stuff!
@SWiseman
@SWiseman 2 ай бұрын
I did the same 😂
@lorrainescandia6267
@lorrainescandia6267 2 ай бұрын
Me as well.
@Segra13
@Segra13 2 ай бұрын
You went all Steve Kornackie with that video!! 😁 Thank you for all the research, very interesting! I've had a total of 4 dobies, all female. I was always told as a kid that you can train a male to be protective, but if for some reason you can't give the command, he may or may not know what to do. Whereas a female has the natural mother instinct to protect and will be more likely to assess the situation and take action to protect you if needed, without being given a command.
@sheilahbuettner8452
@sheilahbuettner8452 2 ай бұрын
Great and very informative video! Our experience of almost 40 years with both male and female Dobermans concurs with the conclusions of your study. IMO, the key difference is what I call presumption of threat for lack of a better term. Our males (excluding our rescue who may have been physically abused) have primarily been happy go lucky guys who approached everything (from people to lawn ornaments to paper cups in the street) with a we're fine as long as you don't threaten or hurt me or any of my people (which included other animals in the household) and then you are toast. The females approached everything as you are considered a threat until I decide or am told you are safe, and one wrong move from you or word from my person and you are toast. That is not to say that both are not excellent dogs, but females require a bit more skill on the part of the owner.
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
Great way to phrase the thought process behind their actions, Sheilah! They are both great dogs!
@relaxedatmosphere7336
@relaxedatmosphere7336 2 ай бұрын
thank you from coto and her human. your videos have helped so much on our first doberman journey
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
That's great to hear! Give Coto a treat from us. :) Thanks so much for your kind feedback!
@smtdarcy6623
@smtdarcy6623 2 ай бұрын
Agree. The males is larger and visually intimidating to people that don’t know my two dobies but the female is naturally more protective. On alert more, focused on me, and very slow to accept anyone that isn’t me. Both are super sensitive and loving with me. The only one who gets more of their loyalty is the cat 😂
@TheGamingEevee8
@TheGamingEevee8 2 ай бұрын
My female doberman Sasha follows the results you showed, very protective and follows us everywhere.
@MimikyuFan89
@MimikyuFan89 2 ай бұрын
I have a 4 year old female Doberman who I've had since she was 2 years old & while she's sweet to the whole family (she considers them her pack) I'm the one she's bonded to. She follows me everywhere & sleeps in my room (she's the big Dobbie in my icon)
@darlawarmann8623
@darlawarmann8623 2 ай бұрын
I had both,my male was full European and female she was half European and half American. Both great dogs and temperaments but hands down from 4 months old my male clearly was protective he new how to use his body language to speak volumes. I always felt safe,we were intuned with each other,my female is more of a social butterfly.
@amieinnovascotia8490
@amieinnovascotia8490 2 ай бұрын
So was one of mine. But when the time came, she was the first one to confront someone.
@aidanmorrison2109
@aidanmorrison2109 2 ай бұрын
This video couldn’t have come out at a better time! It’s definitely put some things in perspective, thank you!
@louannhuber2651
@louannhuber2651 20 күн бұрын
I don’t know how old my boy dobie is because I adopted him at about 4-5 yrs old. He’s probably about 9. He’s so calm and smart. So far haven’t had to test his protection ability. But he does lean on me when strangers are near and never leaves my side.
@briankado6788
@briankado6788 2 ай бұрын
We have both...female 8 and male 5. For us...agree overall with your study and conclusion. Our female is the "lead" alert/investigator and our big boy is the follow-up brawn. If I had to take only one down an alley in a rough part of town...I'd take her even at her smaller size. She just has a sense about her.
@EatBeefBeHealthy
@EatBeefBeHealthy 2 ай бұрын
I have a male and female siblings. I would say that she is the most protective. When he runs barking at something, she stays back and frequently monitors the kitchen window because that's where I watch them, when I hear them barking, and they know it. When I'm outside with them, they both are against me like velcro. After a little bit, they will start playing.
@JKJeeper775
@JKJeeper775 2 ай бұрын
I’ve had 7 Dobermans over 44 years. 3 males 4 females. In my experience the females were more protective and easier to train in protection work. The males were bigger and scary, but the females were more nimble and had that “mama bear” mentality innately.
@US-191
@US-191 2 ай бұрын
Same observation here- and those females tend to be far sneakier! They often will freeze and then stalk like cats as they are watching to see what is about to unfold. Beautiful to watch though... provided it's not you they are stalking! Ha!
@nobitsnoshoes
@nobitsnoshoes 2 ай бұрын
My brother has owned two females and one male. Currently has his male. His first female cruiser, was a beast she was on constant patrol. Second female, nener, was a love bug couch potato. His male, Dexter is a playful crazy goofy loving maniac, but guards my niece with his life.
@JonnaTuomisalo
@JonnaTuomisalo 15 күн бұрын
I love your videos, you present things very clear and positive way. keep going, i will follow you!
@tinaosullivan6451
@tinaosullivan6451 2 ай бұрын
Great information I haven't never noticed the difference
@charlottepritt3229
@charlottepritt3229 2 ай бұрын
I have had 2 of each and I agree that the females do seem to be more protective and more in tune with owner.
@lauraliz6201
@lauraliz6201 2 ай бұрын
Agree 💯. We have a female and a male. She’s 3.5 and he’s 2 so still young, but trending this same way. And also the BEST breed ever!
@wolfprowler
@wolfprowler 2 ай бұрын
Darn I should get on the website more often! I do have both but my female is 13 months and male is 8, so he's still a puppy. I can attest to that survey though. Those are bang on results even with younger pups. As for size...yeah lol Maze (female) is 70 lbs and Hans is 88 lbs lol. She wins every wrestling match though...😂
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely! It's great hearing about how Maze and Hans interact with each other and that these results ring true with them too haha.
@johnutzelli3932
@johnutzelli3932 2 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more, GO GIRLS!!!!
@SWiseman
@SWiseman 2 ай бұрын
No doubt in my mind, females for the win.
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
In this category for sure!
@Vixs18
@Vixs18 Ай бұрын
Our boy was a dream. Learned all his tricks in two weeks. Walked on a leash like a dream. We knew he needed a lot of exercise and we took him to the park twice a day. We had a little trouble with chewing but called an animal behaviorist and solved that on the phone call. We never trained him to “protect” us. One night when he was about 1 year old he saved our lives! We never would have guessed because he was such a lover and huge Velcro dog. He was the best!
@rootsrocksfeathers1975
@rootsrocksfeathers1975 2 ай бұрын
Dobes were the dog of my childhood (then, they lived to about 12 years old, unlike today). My parents were breeders for a few years so I got to experience both sexes and three colors. My parents always kept females for our family so this really doesn't surprise me. I have been thinking of getting another dog after being without one for a decade, possibly a Dobe puppy. They are the best protection dogs, not only because of their personality, but because people are very intimidated by them on sight. Great test, not at all surprised by the results! ~Cynthia, N. GA mountains
@miss.scales7159
@miss.scales7159 Ай бұрын
The 5 qualities I'd pick from the list for my American female: -Loving -Good with kids -Alert -Accepting of others -Trustworthy off leash While she is generally relaxed with strangers and enjoys attention, she will absolutely get protective if there's an obvious threat or if she perceives someone to be "sneaking up" on me. But she's typically not immediately suspicious.
@kikikaakau-delizo8152
@kikikaakau-delizo8152 2 ай бұрын
Wow, that was fascinating! Thank you so much for all the information❤
@RodneyNicotine
@RodneyNicotine 19 күн бұрын
I’m getting one soon and initially want a huge European Male but the more and more I keep watching and looking at them in videos I kinda am starting to lean towards a female. Their more compact size and look is growing on me. They honestly look perfect size for a personal protection dog just to roll around with me every where without being overly huge.
@LX-tw7nl
@LX-tw7nl 2 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if spaying and neutering makes a difference for protection? Do trained guard dogs usually remain intact? I would like to know if there's a difference. My female is 1 years old and she's not spayed but I plan on spaying her, but not if it's going to make her less protective.
@marthajean50
@marthajean50 2 ай бұрын
Helpful information - great video, thanks!
@k.t.hesterley7171
@k.t.hesterley7171 2 ай бұрын
Female Dobermans are the best!😊
@caitnewbold1676
@caitnewbold1676 2 ай бұрын
I’ll always have one!🖤🤎
@julianb1474
@julianb1474 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! This came out just as we are choosing a new Dobe and it allowed me to persuade my wife that a girl would make a better guardian.
@edenriegel291
@edenriegel291 2 ай бұрын
I've always had females, and I already knew the results lol but it's nice to see it confirmed
@silviakapfinger5060
@silviakapfinger5060 2 ай бұрын
Male!!!! Greetings from Bavaria,Germany!🙋‍♀️
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
Hi, Silvia! Greetings from the US! Give your Dobie a treat from us!
@frankie7508
@frankie7508 2 ай бұрын
Fantastic information and video John, really ground breaking! 👍👍👍
@swanone903
@swanone903 2 ай бұрын
another question to this data . now what happens when you fix these animals , do the numbers change ?
@LX-tw7nl
@LX-tw7nl 2 ай бұрын
I have the same question. My girl is 1 year old and I'm debating on whether I should spay her or not. I liked your comment to hopefully bring this some attention.
@liverplover1
@liverplover1 2 ай бұрын
I’ve only had my female. Man, she is like no other dog I’ve ever owned. I had a creep (that actually works at a store by my house) that is definitely a pr€dit0r. So, I take her to the store all the time now. She is always in protection mode. She’ll sit either her back to me to watch.
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
That's great! She would be ready to do her job at a moment's notice!
@gailwatson4927
@gailwatson4927 2 ай бұрын
My Dobie is only 1/2 Dobie, but she has many of those traits.
@nycas2192
@nycas2192 2 ай бұрын
American female Dobie or European Dobie that should be a next video.
@Blacksheep12267
@Blacksheep12267 2 ай бұрын
Taking it to the next level
@camonly849
@camonly849 2 ай бұрын
My euro female is worker!
@aidanmorrison2109
@aidanmorrison2109 2 ай бұрын
European is better in literally every way. Everything (in retrospect to dog breeds) “American-ized” is a ruined
@charlesjonesjr.864
@charlesjonesjr.864 2 ай бұрын
I'm interested in getting a Doberman when I get ready for another dog in my life. I'm more into having a family pet/companion than having one for protection, but their protection instincts and intelligence are the main reasons I want one. Never had or raised a female dog, but I might be leaning towards a female
@dandurain8604
@dandurain8604 2 ай бұрын
Agree. Never owned a male but my girl matched all ten categories.
@guru77771
@guru77771 22 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 22 күн бұрын
Of course man! So glad you enjoyed this one! 👍
@petebrooks1223
@petebrooks1223 2 ай бұрын
Thanks again for confirmation. Dobermans are sure something. Still now sure what after a year and a half with Lucinda a 3yr old covid rescue. I've had dogs before, but now realize she ain't no dog. Any one with a gem like this knows. 4 year old kids require the same control and supervision. As a red dobie, the slang red headed step child comes to mind daily. And I'm a ginger too. Keep up the great work.
@ThemNerdds
@ThemNerdds 5 күн бұрын
I found this video to be very interesting, however, I would have liked to know more about the potential confounding variables that could have impacted the results. The world is full of different biases that we might not ever consider, so if you wish for this information to truly impact the world of Dobermans it could beneficial to note any potential faults of the study. Either way this video was super cool and has changed the way I perceive my female doberman who is so very sweet and silly. I love her very much!
@l.kevinduncan4997
@l.kevinduncan4997 2 ай бұрын
I personally want to thank you for making these videos. I got my first Doberman 4 years ago after seeing your videos. My male is 4 years old. My 2 females are 2 years old. One female is very assertive. I agree that the females definitely win. 🏆
@dallemon15
@dallemon15 2 ай бұрын
The two graphs on the training-style page are incomprehensible. Complete mystery what each of those two charts shows.
@debbiegarrison2841
@debbiegarrison2841 2 ай бұрын
I disagree with this. I had both males and females. All of my Dobies followed me everywhere. But my males were better at protectiveness. My females would back down a little at a stranger, my males would stand in front of me. My one male that I got at 2 years old was growling at strangers within 12 hours of being at my home. He backed down a man on drugs that was yelling and cussing at me, and when a man tried to break into my yard one night he ran from the gate to stand in front of me when I came outside, the female stayed at the gate. One night my 2 females allowed someone to come into my yard and steal items. All my Dobies have been loving but my males have always watched over me the best.
@marylouthall3304
@marylouthall3304 2 ай бұрын
Was the variable of spayed or neutered dogs considered unimportant?
@douglasgriffiths3534
@douglasgriffiths3534 2 ай бұрын
And yes, my property is totally fenced (chain link, 6 feet high). (Jan Griffiths).
@user-cf8mu2lx9s
@user-cf8mu2lx9s 2 ай бұрын
My female corso meet all of the similar findings as stated for female Doberman.
@annalisacandaso-robertson9179
@annalisacandaso-robertson9179 2 ай бұрын
Ive only had male dobermans. One European and one half n half American/European. Current half n half dobie is not playing around when it comes to protecting me. Growing up we had white GSD and the female was the most incrediblly balanced, intuitive and perfect protection dog. She was so spot on with her intuition about people and that is what made her a great protection dog. She just knew who was to be on guard around. Great mama dog quality. Maybe someday Ill have a female dobie.
@sambesy
@sambesy 2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@DobermanPlanet
@DobermanPlanet 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your support Sambesy! Means SO much!
@NoNameNoFace-rr7li
@NoNameNoFace-rr7li 2 ай бұрын
females are better protection of the pack but males territorial instinct make them better property protectors..i look at it this way...if the bad guy makes it to the door past my male they got a problem with my female that will be hard to overcome...and my male is down for joining in
@nobitsnoshoes
@nobitsnoshoes 2 ай бұрын
I believe the females are better simply because they have a drive to have a job and have something to do. And since most of them do not have puppies they use that energy elsewhere. Male or female they are the best dogs in the world.
@whydoyoucare27
@whydoyoucare27 2 ай бұрын
I love my female Doberman!!
@Nixicated
@Nixicated 2 ай бұрын
I'm sorry for going off-topic, but is there a channel that's as deeply dedicated to a boxer breed as this channel is to Dobermans? I'm trying to decide between the two. I am new to this channel and I love it! So far I've learned that, if I go for a Doberman, a black and rust, American, showline/pet female would be the best fit for me and my family :D
@Stephanieforbeshamilton
@Stephanieforbeshamilton 2 ай бұрын
That's girl power for you. ❤
@charleshuggins1628
@charleshuggins1628 2 ай бұрын
Hello John I've had eight Dobermans in my life I'm 80 years old my doberman is 13 getting ready for Doberman heaven I live in Naples Florida can you recommend a breeder in Florida does all the health tests
@cathyba5113
@cathyba5113 2 ай бұрын
Excellent video, John. Thank you. I have a male, but you're totally right. Nevertheless, I prefer males.
@jennifertung365
@jennifertung365 2 ай бұрын
I so want to try Ollie but unfortunately I live in Canada :( My female Doberman checks all those boxes
@camonly849
@camonly849 2 ай бұрын
My 20-21month old euro doberman is very very active. She's extremely toy and prey driven. She would make a great k9 I would say. She's freaking tough as nails and it's hard to "mentally" bother her if that makes sense. I've had 2 other labs and right now I've not noticed a difference between the doberman and them as far as in touch with emotions, but I think that's due to her age. She's excited by the world and everything out there interests her. Might try to do some agility or dock diving with her. She's fun.
@leelahowland6519
@leelahowland6519 2 ай бұрын
This is awesome ! But was there any distinguishing the Doberman type - American vs European? There’s definitely differences between those and what if people answering had an American one gender but a euro other gender? Do you think that matters in this study or no?
@califatheplantbasedlifesty8238
@califatheplantbasedlifesty8238 2 ай бұрын
I have a 14-week-old European female, Dobie. At what age does all this protection kick in?
@sgtpluck8344
@sgtpluck8344 21 күн бұрын
I'm considering a Doberman and I'm reading that guarding instincts are being bred out if the breed in the last 30 years or so. Indeed, such dogs bred for guard work are heavily regulated in my country (France), but Dobermans are NOT in this category. They are considered a working dog, not a guard dog. If I wanted a Malinois, for example, that would require enormous paperwork, restriction and proof of training (me, not the dog!).
@johnm2617
@johnm2617 2 ай бұрын
Haven't had a doberman since the early 80's ! Best dog ever female * Amy Lynn ! Im retired now and getting the itch ! But skeptical on where to get 1 * Im in pa < I will travel < Hope god can put 1 in my life ??😊
@MsCaterific
@MsCaterific 2 ай бұрын
Whisch gender would be best suited as a service dog for mental health taking into consideration that you have to bring this dog everywhere in many different situations surrounded by many strangers?
@KeithMoore-ny4gk
@KeithMoore-ny4gk 2 ай бұрын
Hello love your channel. Where can I find a american doberman not a European doberman?
@theshirff7730
@theshirff7730 2 ай бұрын
Hi
@avocado9763
@avocado9763 2 ай бұрын
Im in SW Florida. I love doberman's. But, inbreeding is a massive concern. Can you recommend point me to a good breeder? I know nothing about industry of breeders. But after watching you it ain't good. Suggest 3 breeders. Show dogs as you have suggested. Thank you.
@hanklenox4625
@hanklenox4625 2 ай бұрын
My European male weighs 120lbs. He is a brute. When I walk him, if he identifies a threat he will give a warning bark. Nobody, ever approaches him. Other dogs would occasionally rush him, but would stop when they realized what they were up against. He also only uses deliberate and necessary force. My American female 90lbs. is a different story. She never waits for trouble to come to her, but, is always looking for trouble. She is also an ambush dog. She will bird-dog a threat, but never bark. She just waits for a chance to make a run at the threat. She always acts in a desperate way, and has had me on the ground several times trying to keep her controlled. My female is definitely the one I would want watching my back.
@knight59
@knight59 2 ай бұрын
Great video! I totally agree with your points . In my experience, I've also found that your tips can be really helpful. For more details on that, I made a video about it on my channel The Pet Perspective.
@ddr_gt
@ddr_gt 2 ай бұрын
My brother in laws sister has a Doberman idk if she had a male or female I didn’t really know him much his name was Rex he had cropped ears and he was hella big
@amieinnovascotia8490
@amieinnovascotia8490 2 ай бұрын
I’ve had several of both. I’d say overall, although my females were more sociable, they would be the first to confront someone - even if that someone is a person they’ve known their entire lives and and are used to seeing pop in and out several times daily. However, should that person try to enter without one of us present, they’d be met with growling from the stairs. One of my males (big guy 113 in his prime and not fat), was sneaky and would stay out of sight til he could come from behind people. Not a dog to be messed with which is why I have concerns about a bit of a mysterious event. Where I live, dogs go missing frequently - some lost, some stolen. Dobermanns are my preferred breed because I’ve never had one, nor have several friends ever had one, that wondered out of sight. They are always watching for us. Call one name and you get ‘em all. Not interested in any hunting breeds as they get focused on a scent. I don’t want to be in the woods searching for my family member and maybe never recover him/her.
@Mr100asd
@Mr100asd 2 ай бұрын
Good afternoon. I'm 75 ACTIVE senior, wanting to get another FEMALE red Doberman. Was a partner in a kennel. back in the mid 70's. Times and methods have changed in obedience and guard training. Amazingly, without all your research I agree with your conclusion. Will you recommend a good reliable breeder, or pass my Name and# to them where I can purchase a Doberman that has has all the Genetics and everything else tested. I know there is NO guarantees. I do want AMERICAN doberman. After 20 years,, It's time for me too have a companion.. Thanks Glenn
@nunkler8212
@nunkler8212 Ай бұрын
It seems to me that girls in general are more suspicious and cautious. My lapdog is also careful with people. But she is very playful with her relatives. If a stranger on the street wants to pet her or reach out to sniff her, she will start barking, showing her boundaries
@RedArtistx
@RedArtistx Ай бұрын
I assume a Doberman would not cope well with long periods alone, such as going out to work?
@Blacksheep12267
@Blacksheep12267 2 ай бұрын
The data that surprised me was devotion to a single person. I figured the doughboys had a lock on that. If there's a child present she keeps tabs on me but sticks to the youngster. Might be keying off me but she doesn't make eye contact ck and a fient n before she goes. Excellent video.
@jokah7929
@jokah7929 2 ай бұрын
There two elements that I'd like to know if they were considered. Was it the same for American / European dobermans and which was the sex of the handler of the doberman in those competitions and in the answers. From my observations, dobermans seems to bond easily with the opposite sex of human. As for the rest, thanks for the data! I have a male and female here and I can tell you the male would die for me and the female would probably run away as soon as she gets hurt.
@BluemanBas
@BluemanBas 2 ай бұрын
What is the averages scores for all dogs?
@thedoo777
@thedoo777 2 ай бұрын
Of the Dobermans that's all they were discussing. Think of it like 1A and 1b
@miukumauku14
@miukumauku14 2 ай бұрын
What if we forget about protection fact (and looking for a family, obedience, show and that kind of dog) - who would you recomend for the first dobie - male or female? I think i would prefer male, but there is things that i'm unsure with...🙈 I've had/take care of different breeds so it wouldn't be first dog at all but i'm still kind of 50/50🙈
@MatthewBretton-cu2el
@MatthewBretton-cu2el 2 ай бұрын
Get an American linage doberman (American ancestors) they are not as protective as Euro ancestors, but the doberman was created for protection, so perhaps consider a lab.
@douglasgriffiths3534
@douglasgriffiths3534 2 ай бұрын
I have 2 neutered male Dobies. They are very protective, and have killed a couple of coyotes that jumped the fence onto my property. Coyotes never come around any more. They won't bother cats or birds. When I do have people over, I do have to confine them---they are not socialized. They are guard dogs. They know their job and do it well. People walking past my house on the street will be followed by the dogs as they walk past. My dogs will bark and snarl at them. I've had a couple of females in the past, and they were just as protective. (Jan Griffiths).
@noahjoseph9633
@noahjoseph9633 2 ай бұрын
Are these American and European or one or the other
@deehubs1353
@deehubs1353 2 ай бұрын
My 1year old female is not protective at all yet, will she become more as she grows older?
@LX-tw7nl
@LX-tw7nl 2 ай бұрын
Is she spayed by any chance? Sorry I don't have an answer for you but I'm curious if that's a factor.
@deehubs1353
@deehubs1353 2 ай бұрын
No not yet spayed.
@SeawolfSpirit
@SeawolfSpirit Ай бұрын
Hello and ty for your incredible and so useful videos, from France. I’m 57, I’m a fresh divorced dad but my daughters are 19 and 23 years old now so I’m thinking about my future. A new wife ? (Hum, no thank you, I can’t afford it anymore…) and i would prefer a dog (no offense). I’m looking for a real new friend who will share my life everyday, who will protect me in case of and protect my house. I think he will be very happy with me but I’m still not sure, male or female or both ? It will be my first dog in my adult life. (Sorry for my approximative English btw).
@AtteliaVel
@AtteliaVel 2 ай бұрын
Not suprized female dobermans are more protective and better at it
@NEXTxLOVER
@NEXTxLOVER 2 ай бұрын
Females They are apathetic if they don't like you. Best judges of character.
@edwardm627
@edwardm627 2 ай бұрын
There are more females that fit protection abilities but what about when you look at the best males and best females?
@Joseinazusa297
@Joseinazusa297 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the work. Never get two females 😂😂
@Phelper99
@Phelper99 2 ай бұрын
so you 're saying i need a boy and a girl? I'm in, my boy would be so happy .
@gus1537
@gus1537 2 ай бұрын
my female was very alert, but my big male was instantly there to throw himself on a bear, to save me from the fight of my life, he flew through the air over a fallen tree and hit the bear full speed, followed up with my German Shephard, mix rotty, she fought just as hard to drive off the bear, but Sam he came back with blood on his face and mouth, not his after chasing the bear thru the woods for 45 min. I say all are brave if they are treated with love, only problem with a big male, is they think the bed was made for them and want to take it all up, to be close. if your gonna have a male, expect to sleep on the edge of the bed. 🐕🐕🐾🐾🐶🐶❤❤🫶 thanks for the great vids
@paulbryan-ze7kq
@paulbryan-ze7kq 2 ай бұрын
Was this for American or European?
@thedoo777
@thedoo777 2 ай бұрын
I think for both
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