Temperament in Doberman Puppies

[Winstonftw]

@Winstonftw ... is your dog park part of your HOA?? and there for semi-private? If so, just go on off hours...

If you are going to a public park, go when nobody is there, I mean nobody. Like 7am...second dog comes in, you go out...

We're all been through this dog park crap and seen CHAOS & Injury...this is why we harp on it....You have a Doberman, not a dog...

Doberman's fight differently and can harm others in seconds...and a Doberman who is young or not trained can be seriously injured...

Enjoy your Doberman and keep him safe.

I take him to 2 parks. One is a private park inside our neighborhood that nobody ever visits it seems and the other is a public park that is moderated and controlled by the county. I tend to use the private park for training and to let him run around playing ball with him.

 

[GOD'S GRACE]

that is moderated and controlled by the county

I am speaking with a charitable heart and all due respect, in no way do I think you would harm to your Dobe.

I think what you mean is the town owns the park and mows the lawn...no way do they moderate or control while open... that being said....
Our Dobes benefit most from personal interaction with their human and nobody else...it's bred into the Doberman DNA, true happiness for our Dobes is being involved with us...through training/exercise, trailing, biking, walking etc...go fine a club that trains for agility or protection when the time is right...and while your pup is young go train in obedience...do you bike? get a dog bar and ride with your dog...great for both of you...Hike? Get the dog a back pac and see the world...again great activity...
I hunt so we practice on hunting skills and we bike ride...etc etc etc...
DCF has many posts showing most of the activities possible, search around and look at the videos...

I didn't mean to rant but I love these guys...

Here's an example of @LifeofRubie ... ten times better than a dog park.

 

[Winstonftw]

I am speaking with a charitable heart and all due respect, in no way do I think you would harm to your Dobe.

I think what you mean is the town owns the park and mows the lawn...no way do they moderate or control while open...

Here's an example of @LifeofRubie ... ten times better than a dog park.

No, I mean it's actually monitored & controlled. So in order to gain access you first need to bring proof of rabies vaccination and shots. Then you are provided with a key card which you must pay for. Access to the dog park is controlled by electronic gate that you must use the key card to get into. To make sure that people do not allow non park members inside they have a surveillance camera set up at the park entry and park rangers intermittently come and police the grounds to make sure there are no problems. It helps that the park office is located next door to the dog park.

It's one of the largest parks in S. FL with bike trails, paths, shooting/archery ranges, boating, canoeing, camping, an airfield, an observatory, ect... the list goes on. I just don't want it to be perceived that I take my dog to some unkempt field of a dog park. Up till now I have never had a problem there and I have found that the park administration takes great effort in making sure the dog park is a safe and relaxed environment. I don't think I would have even started taking my dog there if they didn't have these rules in place:

• Dog handlers must stay within sight of their dogs at all times.
• Owners of aggressive dogs will be asked to remove their dogs from the park.
• All dogs must have proof of current rabies and vaccinations, and license.
• If your dog is annoying or is provoking others, it is time to leave the off-leash dog area.
• For their own safety and health, puppies under 4 months of age are not permitted.
• Cleaning up after your dog is your responsibility.
• We reserve the right to set a time limit for your visit if attendance is at peak capacity. Please limit use to one hour.
• There is a limit of three dogs per adult handler.
• Children must be supervised at all times by an adult.
• Dog handlers are solely responsible for their dogs.
• Dog handlers must have within reach one leash for each dog.
• No dogs in heat are permitted.
• Stop dogs from digging and fill in holes.
• Food of any kind is prohibited.
• No spiked or pronged dog collars are permitted.
• Respect patrons' requests regarding their dogs.
• No animals other than dogs are permitted.
• Dogs must be on leashes when entering and exiting the off-leash area.
• Trained service dogs are welcome.
• Unleash your dog upon entry into the dog park. A leashed dog may feel threatened by other dogs moving freely.
• All dog bites or injuries must be reported to park office before leaving the park. Call 954-357-8868.
• Dog pools and community water bowls are prohibited.
• The Broward County Commission supports and encourages spaying and neutering your animals.

Safety tip: When several dogs pack together, it can lead to trouble. Please separate your dog from the pack to a neutral area. It is important that handlers stay aware but let the dogs have fun and relax."

Still, I appreciate all the helpful information as well as the video that you posted. I don't believe it is an issue with the park so much as my dog going through a natural development and myself as their owner knowing when to remove them from an environment while they are going through that growth or development. I believe that what someone posted earlier is very true. He is maturing and going through puberty and other dogs sense it and are seeking to test him. But I will take a look at some of your suggestions. I like the idea of getting a dog bar and hitting some bike trails or a dog backpac and just roaming. They are all great ideas

I believe the best course of action at this point is to seek out more advanced obedience training and to look at other venues such as agility courses while he is going through his "puberty".

 

[LifeofRubie]

I believe the best course of action at this point is to seek out more advanced obedience training and to look at other venues such as agility courses while he is going through his "puberty".

Even if you have a good bond now, doing more advanced training of any sort with make it a GREAT bond and really dial in his focus. Agility might be difficult because they recommend waiting until about 18 months to start doing the jumping but there is no reason you couldn't work on the fundamentals of agility, or do obedience, some folks here to Barn Hunt, work toward getting your CGC or Tricks titles, etc. Way more fun and interactive than a dog park!