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Dobermann: German Working Dog Breed
- Animal
- Dog
- Origin
- Germany
- Height
- 63 cm
- Weight
- 32 kg
The Dobermann is a medium-large working dog from Germany. It was developed in Thuringia around 1890 by tax collector Louis Dobermann. The breed is recorded at a height of 63 and a weight of 32. In Canada and the United States, it is called the Doberman Pinscher. Traditional ear cropping and tail docking are illegal in many countries.
What the Dobermann is
The Dobermann is a German dog of medium-large size and pinscher type. Its recorded background is that of a working dog.
Louis Dobermann developed the breed in Thuringia around 1890 while working as a tax collector.
Origin and name
The breed began in Germany, specifically in Thuringia. Readers comparing regional breeds can see dog breeds from Germany.
In Canada and the United States, the same breed is known as the Doberman Pinscher.
What the record shows
The Dobermann has a clearly recorded German origin and a documented working-dog background.
Its type and size are defined: it is a medium-large pinscher-type dog, with a listed height of 63 and weight of 32.
Points to check
The breed's traditional ear cropping and tail docking are illegal in many countries. Local rules matter before considering either practice.
The available record does not include a lifespan figure or measurement units for the listed height and weight.
Price
There is no purchase price or ownership cost in the available breed details.
What stands out
- German origin and Thuringian beginnings are recorded.
- Working-dog background is documented.
- Medium-large pinscher type is clearly identified.
- Known as Doberman Pinscher in Canada and the United States.
Worth knowing
- No lifespan figure is included.
- Height and weight are listed without measurement units.
- Traditional ear cropping and tail docking are illegal in many countries.
Suits
- Readers seeking a German working dog with a documented origin.
- People comparing medium-large pinscher-type breeds.
Think twice if
- You need a breed entry with a recorded lifespan figure.
- You need measurement units for height and weight.
In short
The Dobermann suits readers looking for a German working dog with a documented history and a defined pinscher type. Its development in Thuringia and association with Louis Dobermann give the breed a specific origin story. The recorded measurements help set a basic size reference, while the alternate North American name may aid searches. Anyone making a decision should also check local rules on ear cropping and tail docking, since those practices are illegal in many countries. For broader comparison, browse dog breeds.
Questions
Where did the Dobermann originate?
The Dobermann originated in Germany. Its early development took place in Thuringia.
When was the Dobermann developed?
It was developed around 1890 by Louis Dobermann, a tax collector.
What was the Dobermann bred to be?
The Dobermann is described as a German working dog of pinscher type.
What is the Dobermann called in North America?
In Canada and the United States, it is known as the Doberman Pinscher.
Are ear cropping and tail docking allowed everywhere?
No. Traditional ear cropping and tail docking are illegal in many countries.
More dog breeds from Germany
German Longhaired Pointer Germany Height 58 cmWeight 30 kg Photo: Ottilie Stüwe · Public domain 
German Pinscher Germany Height 45 cmWeight 14 kg Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 
Photo credits9 photographs on this page
- Dobermann — Fran Hogan · CC BY 2.5 · file page
- Affenpinscher — Ingunn Axelsen · CC BY 3.0 · file page
- dachshund — Ellen Levy Finch · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Deutsche Bracke — Rumo · CC BY-SA 2.0 · file page
- Eurasier — Ekta · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- German Longhaired Pointer — Ottilie Stüwe · Public domain · file page
- German Pinscher — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- German Shepherd — Erick Drumss Hernández · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- German Shorthaired Pointer — Bonnie van den Born · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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