I have been looking into Doberman and breeders for over 5 years now, narrowing down exactly what I am looking for in a dog. I am a professional dog trainer and I have very big goals in mind for my dog. I have a few breeders I like, but almost all of them would require me to import a dog from out of the US, which I'd like to avoid if possible. Here are a few facts about me and what I am looking for:
*I am located in NC, near Charlotte. Distance is not a deal breaker, but a good breeder in driving range would be a plus.
*I want my dog for personal protection. possibly for bite sport, but an emphasis on real world functionality over getting titles. (yes I have experience with high drive working dogs and I know what I'm getting into)
*I prefer black with very dark rust markings, and I am looking for a male. Must be European, not American lines.
*The workability needs to be as guaranteed as possible, very high drive and environmental stability.
*Full health testing is a must
*not a requirement, but since this dog is coming into my life with a specific job in mind, Id like the breeder to be open to taking the puppy back, or being able to resell the dog myself as a well trained pet in the event he is unable, for any reason, to do the work I have planned.
I have been researching and preparing for this for many years, and I am finally at a point in life where I will be able to dedicate the time and effort needed to train my dog the way I want to. Although I've been looking for breeders from the start, its very hard to find a good reputable breeder by anything but word of mouth and seeing other people's experiences.
*I am located in NC, near Charlotte. Distance is not a deal breaker, but a good breeder in driving range would be a plus.
*I want my dog for personal protection. possibly for bite sport, but an emphasis on real world functionality over getting titles. (yes I have experience with high drive working dogs and I know what I'm getting into)
*I prefer black with very dark rust markings, and I am looking for a male. Must be European, not American lines.
*The workability needs to be as guaranteed as possible, very high drive and environmental stability.
*Full health testing is a must
*not a requirement, but since this dog is coming into my life with a specific job in mind, Id like the breeder to be open to taking the puppy back, or being able to resell the dog myself as a well trained pet in the event he is unable, for any reason, to do the work I have planned.
I have been researching and preparing for this for many years, and I am finally at a point in life where I will be able to dedicate the time and effort needed to train my dog the way I want to. Although I've been looking for breeders from the start, its very hard to find a good reputable breeder by anything but word of mouth and seeing other people's experiences.