FutureDobeOwner
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Hi everyone!! I plan to get a doberman in about three years if everything goes according to plan. I have heard that black dobes are better working dogs than all of the other colors so I will probably be getting a black, unless a red comes up with the perfect temperament. The dog will be used for canine freestyle, possibly agility, and most importantly, service dog work. The puppy will be socialized at a young age and temperament tested so I get the perfect prospect.
My question is, should I go with a male or a female? I have always had male dogs, and female dogs just don't seem practical. I am a heavy advocate for later spay/neuter, and I currently have an intact male. I'm planning to keep him intact, but if I get a female I'll have to neuter him.
I want a dog that bonds closely to me and not the family, but I've heard that males tend to love everyone, and females are the clingy one person type, which I'm looking for. Would a male be able to bond closely to me if I was his primary person? I plan on being the only one to do all of his training, and being a service dog he'll be spending a LOT of time with me.
I have also heard that males are less likely to listen to training or obedience, and they mature faster. I love goofy dogs, and I'm worried that getting a serious, solemn female will be kind of intimidating, to be honest. I want a dog that loves life and enjoys whatever you throw at them, which is partially why I want a dobe. I don't mind the stubbornness that apparently comes with males (though to be honest I am NOT looking forward to the doberteens of any gender), but I DO want a dog that has the drive for the work. I have seen many male doberman service dogs and less female service dogs, making me hope that males are able to do the job.
The question is, would a male dog be practical for me? Do you guys see a huge difference between your male and female dobermans? Which gender would be better for the job, if one were more likely to succeed than the other?
My question is, should I go with a male or a female? I have always had male dogs, and female dogs just don't seem practical. I am a heavy advocate for later spay/neuter, and I currently have an intact male. I'm planning to keep him intact, but if I get a female I'll have to neuter him.
I want a dog that bonds closely to me and not the family, but I've heard that males tend to love everyone, and females are the clingy one person type, which I'm looking for. Would a male be able to bond closely to me if I was his primary person? I plan on being the only one to do all of his training, and being a service dog he'll be spending a LOT of time with me.
I have also heard that males are less likely to listen to training or obedience, and they mature faster. I love goofy dogs, and I'm worried that getting a serious, solemn female will be kind of intimidating, to be honest. I want a dog that loves life and enjoys whatever you throw at them, which is partially why I want a dobe. I don't mind the stubbornness that apparently comes with males (though to be honest I am NOT looking forward to the doberteens of any gender), but I DO want a dog that has the drive for the work. I have seen many male doberman service dogs and less female service dogs, making me hope that males are able to do the job.
The question is, would a male dog be practical for me? Do you guys see a huge difference between your male and female dobermans? Which gender would be better for the job, if one were more likely to succeed than the other?