If you are thinking about bringing a Doberman home or if you already have one but are having a few issues, below are some tips that you should find quite helpful.
1. Always ignore your Doberman when he jumps on you by standing perfectly still or by continuing on with what you are doing. Never block the dog with your feet, knees or arms because not only can he misinterpret this as a playful gesture, the dog can be injured. Giving him any attention, good or bad will only encourage his behavior.
2. Approach housebreaking with a schedule, a command word and a designated area in the yard. These three things combined will make it much easier for your Doberman to understand what is expected of him.
3. Become the alpha leader and hold your position through constant training and using basic commands such as "wait" to remind your dog that you are always in charge.
4. Socialize your Doberman immediately and continue to do so regularly. Your dog will be a better protector and pet if he is comfortable with new people, animals and surroundings because he will be confident.
5. Always make sure that your dog is relaxed before allowing anyone to approach you. Learning your Doberman's body gestures will enable you to clearly recognize when he is unsure of a situation.
6. Never allow your Doberman to bite or chew on you. Always replace your skin with a toy and praise him for chewing on it. Doberman puppies that are not taught that this behavior is unacceptable grow up to be dangerous adults that still think that biting is allowed.
7. If you plan on using a crate, make sure that it is the appropriate size and used for the right reason. Crates are never an acceptable means of punishment.
8. Don't leave your Doberman home alone for long periods of time. These dogs are prone to separation anxiety and really prefer to be by your side as much as possible.
9. Provide your dog with daily mental stimulation and physical exercise. They need both to be happy and calmer and you will decrease your chance for destructive behavior.
10. Out of all of the Doberman tips, the most important one to remember is to treat your dog with respect. Dobermans are very sensitive and will treat you the way that they are treated.
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