What is a Good Doberman Weight for an Otherwise Healthy Dog?

What is a Good Doberman Weight for an Otherwise Healthy Dog?

Dobermans are what many would consider as being big dogs. Unless crossed with a substantially smaller breed, most of these dogs are at least medium-sized. Understanding what is an average, healthy weight is crucial for determining how big these dogs get. What is a good Doberman weight? Most male Doberman Pinschers weigh 75 to 100…

Do I Need to Have Doberman Ears Cropped and Does It Matter?

Do I Need to Have Doberman Ears Cropped and Does It Matter?

Floppy drop ears or cropped ears? These are the two choices that Doberman owners can make regarding ear carriage. Although Doberman Pinschers are born with floppy ears, the show standard requires the dogs’ ears to be cropped, and many follow this practice. Should Doberman ears be cropped? Unless you are planning on showing your dog,…

Rottweiler Rhodesian Ridgeback Mix: Unlikely Family Champion with a Crest
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Rottweiler Rhodesian Ridgeback Mix: Unlikely Family Champion with a Crest

Did you know that the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed standard was based on that for the Dalmatian? They just had to fill in the blanks for lack of spots, and, oh yeah, that prominent ridge running down their backs. What about the Rottweiler? Could you imagine it as among the first seeing eye dogs or the…