[beedub1981]

Hello, all! Just wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. I've been lurking around here for a couple of weeks as a guest and am excited to say that as of today I am an "official" Doberman future-mommy. My new little dude was just born 03/05, and I can't wait to bring him home! I've never owned a Doberman -- have owned German Shepherds my whole life -- but have always wanted one. Any special advice/pointers for surviving Doberman puppy-hood?

 

[longshot4me]

Welcome! Congratulations on your boy.. what breeder is he from?

Would love to see pictures once you get them as for tips on surviving puppyhood... chew toys. LOTS of chew toys. You're gonna need 'em!

 

[melbrod]

Welcome to Dobermantalk from Colorado!

 

[PatchworkRobot]

Welcome!

 

[the_discowhore]

Welcome to DT from New Zealand!

 

[NOX]

HI & Welcome from NY!

 

[JacksDad]

ROFL, "Noxious Fumes"...that is so funny. One of our rescue Dobies, Bubby, we called "Fartacus". Thanks for the chuckle!

 

[sam&macksmom]

Welcome to DT!

By any chance, is the dam of your pup named Molly? Molly von Cloud had puppies on March 5th and lives in AZ as well

 

[beedub1981]

Welcome to DT!

By any chance, is the dam of your pup named Molly? Molly von Cloud had puppies on March 5th and lives in AZ as well

Why, yes she is! Molly Von Cloud's human daddy is an acquaintance of mine and I've had the privelege of seeing her several times in person. She's spectacular so I'm sure my little dude will be just as awesome!

Thank you all for the warm welcome. I'm really looking forward to my newest little addition!

 

[sam&macksmom]

I'm glad she's a great gal. Dobermans are an awesome breed.

I hate to burst your happy bubble but here's a thread you should probably read: http://www.dobermantalk.com/puppy-corner/65353-mother-wont-stop-licking-puppies-docked-tails.html

Why, yes she is! Molly Von Cloud's human daddy is an acquaintance of mine and I've had the privelege of seeing her several times in person. She's awesome so I'm sure my little dude will be just as awesome!

 

[beedub1981]

Yikes! Food for thought.

 

[sam&macksmom]

yes, I agree

Check out the link in my signature line for a great checklist on responsible, ethical breeders.

Yikes! Food for thought.