Training
Socialization
Puppies should be gently exposed to a wide variety of people, places, and situations now makes a huge, permanent difference in their temperament (American Kennel Club, 2023),
Temperament
Dobermans should be energetic, watchful, determined alert, fearless, loyal and obedient. (Doberman Pinscher Club of America Breed Standard, 2020).
Trainability
According to the American Kennel Association, factors used to evaluate a dog's aptitude for training are their innate social attraction, ability to follow, social dominance, stability, as well as sensitivity to touch, sound, and sight.
Schutzhund Tracking
Tracking taps into a dog's scenting ability as well as its mental soundness and physical endurance.
Schutzhund Obedience
Obedience is judged on the dog's accuracy and attitude. The dog must show enthusiasm..
Personal Protection
At all times the dog must show courage to engage the helper and the temperament to obey the handler while in this high state of drive. The dog must show enthusiasm.
