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WINTERIZING YOUR DOBERMAN

   
   
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BREED SPECIFIC TITLES

   The DPCA (Doberman Pinscher Club Of America) has devised a temperament
   test that demonstrates the proper characteristics for which the
   Doberman was created.
   
   The requirements are: the dog must be a Doberman, at least 18 months
   of age, must be AKC registered or have an ILP (Indefinite Listing
   Privileges obtained from AKC) number. To find when and where these
   tests are held one should contact their local Doberman club, or the
   DPCA.
   
   The tests include 5 exercises that evaluates the dogs responses to:
   
   People
          + The Neutral and Friendly Strangers
          
   Auditory
          + The Hidden Clattering and The Gunshots
          
   Visual
          + The Umbrella
          
   Footing
          + Walking Across Variable Surfaces
          
   Threat
          + The Protective Reaction
          
   Upon passing this test the Doberman is awarded a WAC (Working Aptitude
   Certificate) and in some cases you may see a dog advertised or
   referred to as:
   
   
   Doberworld's Total Dobe WAC
   
   or if the Doberman has a CD (Obed title):
   
   
   Doberworld's Total Dobe CD WAC
   
   or if the Doberman has a Championship title (Breed title), a CD, and
   the *WAC:
   
   
   Ch. Doberworld's Total Dobe CD ROM
   
   * notice the change of the WAC to a ROM. Total Dobe has now
   demonstrated that s/he is a complete Doberman and is awarded a
   Register of Merit.
   
   As an aside, serious breeders do not confine testing of their Dobes to
   only the breed and performance events. Rising importance is being
   placed on those Dobermans which are tested for vWD, hypothyroidism,
   hip dysplasia (OFA certification) and CERF tests (done yearly).
   
   Ch. Total Dobe CD ROM CGC has now proven him/herself is proficient in
   conformation, is trainable, has the proper Doberman temperament, and
   passed available health tests. THIS is the Doberman the responsible
   knowledgeable breeder will use in breeding programs. This is the
   Doberman found in the knowledgeable/educated/responsible Doberman
   community.
   
   
   Ch. Total Dobe CD ROM CGC
   vWD clear, thyroid normal, OFA'd, CERF'd
   Full and proper dentition
   
   The complete Doberman.
   
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ADDITIONAL TITLES

   Within the past 10/15 years, some within the Doberman fancy have
   turned their attention to the Dobermann in Germany, Holland, and other
   European countries. This interest has resulted in many fine imports.
   Imported dogs bearing their European breed championships linked with
   their working titles, these Dobermanns have been successfully combined
   with some of the outstanding American Dobermans. The resulting
   combinations can be found in the conformation ring, obedience trials,
   and in organizations devoted to the working dog. It can be very
   confusing to try and sort all of the various titles found in the
   pedigrees of these Dobermanns, so we are listing them for you below.
   
    ---Conformation Titles---
    
   Hol Ch
          Holland Ch.
   Spa Ch
          Spanish Ch.
   Ger Ch
          German Ch. (also listed as D Ch. for "Deutsche" Ch.)
   Int. Ch
          International Ch.
   VDH Ch
          Verein Deutscher Hunde, the German National Kennel Club
          (equivalent to AKC)
   N Ch.
          Norwegian Ch.
   S Ch.
          Swedish Ch.
   D Ch.
          possibly Dutch Ch. or German Ch. Dutch is usually N Ch. or S
          Ch.
   Sieger
          Sieger means "victor" and there are 5 Sieger shows a year. The
          main winner in dogs is a Sieger and the main winner in Bitches
          is a Siegerin.
   Bdsg
          (Bundessieger) German Sieger. Bundes"leistungs"sieger refers to
          a working National Champion.
   Weltsg
          World Sieger
   DV Sg
          Dobermann Verein Sieger (Dobermann Verein is the German Dobe
          Club).
   IDC Sg
          Winner of the International Dobe Club Show.
          
    ---Working Titles---
    
   SchH I
          1st level Schutzhund Title.
   SchH II
          2nd level Schutzhund Title.
   SchH III
          3rd level Schutzhund Title.
   FH
          Advanced Tracking Title.
   ADPr
          Endurance test. Dog must go 20 kilometers and pass a
          temperament test.
   AD
          US equivalent. Dog must go 12 miles in 2 1/2 hours and pass a
          temperament test.
   IPO I, IPO II, IPO III
          Internationale Prufungs-Ordnung. Titles are similar to
          Schutzhund titles but testing under international rules.
   ZtP
          (Zuchttauglichkeitsprufung) Fit for breeding test. Requires
          temperament testing, conformation evaluation, as well as a
          protection test similar to SchH I. Dogs must be X-rayed clear
          hip-dysplasia to obtain the certificate for breeding.
   ZtP V1A
          "V1" is the highest conformation rating and "A" is the highest
          temperament rating.
   Angek
          (Angekoert) extensive temperament test and conformation
          evaluation. A step above the ZtP!
   Kk, KL1, KKL 1, or KKL 1a
          (Korung) hard core temperament test and conformation evaluation
          above the Angekoert title.
   HD-I & HD-II
          Hip displasia ratings similar to OFA's Excellent and Good. HD-I
          is the highest rating.
          
                        _See also: International Doberman Reference Center_
                                                                         
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SPECIAL MEDICAL PROBLEMS

   Doberman breeders should provide the following:
     * OFA certification (done a 2 yrs of age).
     * Test results of vWD (see VetGen) and hypothyroidism.
     * CERF certification for no serious eye defects (done on a yearly
       basis).
       
   Breeders cannot guarantee that the dogs will be FREE of these diseases
   but testing shows responsibility.
   
  Ailments commonly found in the Doberman:
  
   Acne and Hair Pore Infection -
          Common in short haired dogs.
          
   Anondontia -
          Missing teeth which has a genetic basis.
          
   Bloat -
          Swelling of the stomach from gas, fluid, or both causing the
          stomach to twist. Bloat requires for immediate medical
          attention. It is usually seen in male dogs between 4 and 7
          years of age who eat large quantities of dry kibble, exercise
          vigorously after eating, and drink lots of water after eating.
          One possible way to prevent bloat is to crate the dog (or keep
          calm) for at least an hour after eating.
          
   Cardiomyopathy -
          A very serious degenerative heart condition which causes sudden
          or congestive heart failure.
          
   Cervical Vertebral Instability (CVI) -
          Misalignment of the cervical vertebrae and deformity in the
          bodies of the vertebrae. The excess pressure may cause a wide
          stance of the hind legs, stumbling, lack of coordination. Avoid
          high protein diets (particularly with young puppies).
          
   Chronic active hepatitis (copper toxicosis) -
          Biological defect in Doberman's ability to remove copper from
          the body.
          
   Color Mutant Alopecia (Blue Doberman Syndrome) -
          A hereditary disease most often seen in fawn and blue coated
          Dobermans. Color mutant Dobermans are born with a healthy hair
          coat but at 4 to 6 months the coat becomes thin, brittle, and
          dry. The skin becomes rough and scaly. Blackheads, papules, and
          pustules appear over the body. The symptoms may not appear
          until the dog is 3 years old. There is no cure, only treatments
          to relieve the surface condition.
          
   Dandruff -
          
   Drug allergy -
          To Tribrissen, Septra, Bactrim, Ditrim, or any of the
          Trimethoprim-sulfa mixtures.
          
   Flank Sucker Syndrome (side sucker syndrome) -
          Obsessive sucking and licking of the flank region.
          
   Fatty tumors -
          Although common in older Dobermans, all lumps should be
          diagnosed by a veterinary.
          
   Frostbite -
          Frostbite may affect the ear tips (and feet, etc.) if the dog
          is left out too long in severe winter weather.
          
   Hip dysplasia -
          Malformation of one or both of the ball and socket joints in
          the hip, common in larger, deep-chested breeds. The breeder
          should X-rayed the parents for hip dysplasia.
          
   Mammary cancer -
          Common in older, unspayed bitches.
          
   Panosteitis (wandering lameness) -
          Bone disorder signaled by lameness, reluctance to walk,
          occasional inappetence, and fever.
          
   Parvovirus susceptibility -
          Viral infection affecting the development of the heart.
          
   Persistent Hyperplastic Porimary Vitrous (PHPV) -
          Eye defect usually affecting both eyes.
          
   Renal cortical hypoplasia -
          Progressively fatal kidney disease.
          
   Thyroid Disfunction -
          Occurs in females more frequently than in males. Generally
          there is a genetic or family history of thyroid problems. Blood
          samples can be sent to Michigan State University for diagnosis:
          
          
          _Use this address if samples are sent by the US postal service
          - _
          Animal Health Diagnostic Lab
          P.O. Box 30076
          Lansing, MI 48909-7576
          
          
          _Use this address to ship by UPS, Fed Ex, etc. -_
          Animal Health Diagnostic Lab
          B 629 West Fee Hall
          Michigan State University
          E. Lansing, MI 48824-1315
          
          
          Phone: (517) 353-0635.
          
   Von Willebrand's Disease (vWD) -
          Abnormalities in the blood-clotting system. See the VetGen page
          for information on testing for the vWD DNA mutation.
          
   Wobbler syndrome (cervical spondylopathy) -
          Displacement of one vertebra in relation to another.
          
   Yeast Infections -
          During the ear taping period, yeast infections in the ear are
          possible if the ear is not dried sufficiently. Watch for
          discharge and/or bad odor. Do not clean the discharge from the
          ear until the vet has taken a sample.
          
                                      _See also: Medical Info FAQ Homepage_
                                                                         
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ALLERGIES

   
   
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

   
   
   _Will the Doberman attack it's owner?_
   
   _What is the average life of a well bred Doberman?_
   
   _Why are the ears cropped and the tail docked?_
   
   _Are dobe ears supposed to stand erect at all times?_
   
   _Up to what age may the cropping of the ears be done safely?_
   
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RESOURCES

  Books
  
          
          Brown, Robert M., 1940- _The Doberman Owners' Medical Manual_/
          Jackson, WI : Breed Manual Publications, c1986. 354 p. ; 22cm.
          
          
          Curnow, Fred. _The Dobermann_ / 3rd ed., revised. London :
          Popular Dogs Publishing Co., 1976. 205 p., 16 p. of plates
          :ill. ; 23 cm.
          
          
          Denlinger, Milo Grange, 1890-1953, comp. _The complete Doberman
          pinscher_ Rev. ed. New York, Howell Book House, 1971 [c1969]
          320 p. illus. 22 cm. LC CALL NUMBER: SF429.P5 D4 1971
          
          
          Gudas, Raymond. _Doberman pinschers_ : everything about
          purchase, care, nutrition, diseases, breeding, behavior, and
          training / New York : Barrons, c1987. 79 p. : ill. (some col.)
          ; 20 cm.
          
          
          Harmar, Hilary. _Doberman pinschers_ Rev. and expanded by Mario
          Migliorini. New York, Arco [c1971] 112 p. illus. 21 cm.
          
          
          Ladd, Mark. _Dobermanns : an owner's companion_ / 1st American
          ed. New York : Howell Book House ; Toronto : Collier Macmillan
          Canada, 1991. p. cm.
          
          
          Linzy, Jan. _Doberman Pinscher champions_, 1952-1980 / Rio
          Linda, Ca. : Pata Publications, c1981. 186 p., [60] p. of
          plates : ill. ; 28 cm.
          
          
          Linzy, Jan. _Doberman Pinscher champions_, 1981-1985 / Camino,
          CA. : Camino E.E. & B. Co., c1986. 221 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
          
          
          Migliorini, Mario. _The Doberman Book_ / New York : ArcoPub.,
          c1985. ix, 242 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
          
          
          Nicholas, Anna Katherine. _A Complete Introduction to Doberman
          Pinschers_ : all the information you need about selecting and
          keeping a Doberman Pinscher--featuring sections on the breed's
          history, training, health care, breeding, and showing / Neptune
          City, NJ : T.F.H. Publications, c1987. 126 p. : col. ill. ; 22
          cm.
          
          
          Sanford, William R. (William Reynolds), 1927- _Doberman
          pinscher_ / New York : Crestwood House, 1989. p. cm. Discusses
          the history, physical characteristics, care, and breeding of
          this highly intelligent dog frequently used for protection.
          
          
          Walker, Joanna. _The New Doberman Pinscher_ / 2nd ed. New York,
          N.Y. : Howell Book House, c1981. 351, [1] p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
          
          
          Wilhelm, Andre. _The Dobermann_ / London : Kaye & Ward, 1980.
          128 p., [12] p. of plates : ill. ; 23 cm.
          
          
          Winkler, Bernadette E. _A Beginner's Guide to Doberman
          Pinschers_ / Neptune City, N.J. : T.F.H. Publications, c1986.
          61 p. : col.ill. ; 23 cm.
          
          
          _Doberman Pinscher Champions_, 1986-1987. Camino, CA : Camino
          E.E. & B. Co., c1988. 88 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
          
          
          _The Beginner's Doberman Pinscher_ / 3rd rev. ed. [Massapequa,
          N.Y.] : The Club, c1985. iv, 40 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
          
  Periodicals
  
          
          Doberman Quarterly
          1296 E. Gibson Rd. #198
          Woodland, CA 95776
          (916) 756-1818, FAX: (916) 758-9329
          
          
          Doberman World
          4401 Zephyr Street
          Wheat Ridge, CO 800033
          (303) 420-2222
          
          
          UDC Focus Magazine (United Doberman Club publication)
          1250 West Frontier Street
          Apache Junction, AZ 85220-9084
          
          
          Der Ganze Dobermann (The Total Doberman Pincher)
          P.O. Box 512
          Delavan Lake, WI 53115
          (800) 826-1995
          
          
          DOBERMAN MAGAZINE
          P.O. Box 4272
          Enterprise, FL 32725-0272
          
  Clubs
  
   Doberman Pinscher Club of America
          Paul H. Combs, DPCA Membership Secretary
          PO Box 260473
          Tampa, FL 33685
          813-920-6083
          
  or:
  
  
  Tommie F. Jones, Corresponding Secretary
  4840 Thomasville Rd.
  Tallahassee, FL 32208
  904-668-1735, FAX: 904-668-1735
  
  
  United Doberman Club
  PO Box 659
  Spring Valley, NY 10977
  
  Email List for Doberman Owners DOBERWORLD-L is a discussion list for
  individuals who are interested in the Doberman breed. To subscribe to
  doberworld-l, send the following in the body (not the subject line) of an
  email message to listserv@mail.eworld.com:
  
  
  subscribe doberworld-l yourfirstname yourlastname
  
  You will receive an introductory Welcome file describing the general
  guidelines for the mailing list. Breeders Rescue Organizations
  
  DPCA Committee Opposed to Population Explosion
  
  DPCA COPE/RESCUE Chairperson (1996):
  Gwen Lucoff
  Malibu, CA
  Zumadobies@aol.com
  
                              _See also: International Doberman Rescue Directory_
                                                                               
  Breeders
  
  The "DPCA Yearbook" lists several breeders. To receive a copy, send $5.00
  (checks made payable to DPCA) to:
  Alan C. Wendt
  249 S Poteet Road
  Barrington, IL 60010
  
      _See also: DPCA Chapter Doberman Pinscher Clubs of America Plus A.K.C. and
                                                                         U.D.C._
                                                                               
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

  I wish to thank Rachel Larson, Henry Ramser, Jean Boland, Carol Carter
  (Caravista Dobermans), Amy Head, Michelle Lewis (Lemil Dobermans), Jen and
  Den Lee (Teraden Dobermans), and Ray Carlisle for permission to use
  information found in his wonderful publication - Top Dobe.
  
  _dobe@mindspring.com
  
  Doberman FAQ _
  
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