7 Warning Signs Dobermans Show MONTHS Before a Behavior Crisis
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- These are the "behavioral extremes" Dobermans show months BEFORE they really spiral out of control. Whether a puppy or an adult Doberman, understanding these indicators can help you spot when your Doberman's behavior is unusual and in need of intervention from a professional. From hints of impending aggression to early signs of separation anxiety and dominance issues, we'll show you what to watch for. This includes things such as certain aggressive behaviors at key times in their development, avoidance behaviors, and excessive demands for attention. Learn how to spot these signs that occur months in advance so you can take proactive steps to ensure your Doberman's well-being and happiness.
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00:00 Introduction
00:49 What These Signs Are & What They Mean
01:08 1. Aggression at One Specific Stage
02:12 2. Fear and the Recovery Period
03:07 3. Puppy Biting as an Adult
04:21 4. Behavior in New Environments
05:32 5. Forceful Demands for Attention
06:27 6. Meal Times and Anxiety
07:42 7. Avoidance Behaviors
08:18 Use Good Food to Support Development
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We rescued one from death row at the pound. He had been returned six times and was about year old. We have other large dogs and rescues and my wife talked me into saving him. After several days of good behavior he felt more comfortable. I had my hand down around his food or something and he growled at me, I know it’s kind of drastic but it was my immediate reaction that before he was finished growling he found himself spinning over in the air and I held him down on his back and said don’t ever growl at me again. He was a great dog after that, just alpha problem. He got to be 14 but blew his knees out at 11 or 12. Got the surgeries but took the run out of him.
Wow that's a long life for a doberman!!
YEAH that sounds like par for the course for dobes, I did the same
I get my dobermans from shelters. The last thing you want to do to a Doberman whose past life experiences are unknown- but showing avoidance, fear, any of these behaviors mentioned in the video- is to become physically aggressive with the dog. That's a sure way to get bit and destroy and trust with the dog. Maybe you can treat a dog that you are confident about past experiences but I would never risk getting physical with an unknown.Doberman.
We Always look forward to a new Doberman Planet video. Another very informative video, John. Thanks for the awesome content. You're a good boy, Arlo!!
Arlo is a good dog.
Maybe it's the owner too?
Thanks so much!! So glad you got some good nuggets of information out of this video!
We've actively discouraged biting and nipping in our Doberman puppy. She's about 9 months old now and if she puts her mouth on our arm or leg we say "why is my arm in your mouth?" And she'll stop. I learned a couple months ago how sharp their teeth are when her new adult tooth scraped up my shin and sent me to the hospital for stitches (not her fault. We were playing fetch, i had a long dress on and she couldn't see where my legs were).
She does get a little pushy when it comes to attention. Mostly when she wants to play. She'll shove the toy and her nose into your stomach or back. She's only tried randomly climbing in my lap once.
Same with mine. He still thinks he is a baby
@ncangie in all fairness to my Eloise, she is still technically a baby... just a REALLY big one lol. She's about 80lbs already. She's still trying to figure out why strangers don't want to be her best friend anymore lol. She doesn't realize how big she is now.
Very happy to say ours is just turned 18 months and he has none of these issues 🎉.
Congratulations 🎊🍾🎉🎈
Have you been consistent with your dog?
@@WarriorsPhoto we’ve done our best, but I think we’re lucky with him. His temperament is incredible.
….. but don’t get me wrong, he’s still got his traits: horny after eating, and will eat any underwear that he gets the opportunity to!!
@@1935Charm 🙃😃😀
That is great news!!
Hey John, would love to see a video of how to deal with an adult Doberman that still play bites and nips!! We have this issue with our 20 month year old Male Dobie. Thank you :)
Same here. I can’t play to much without him overdoing it. Jumping, pawing and light nibbling.
But as soon as it’s to much. I can’t tell him to stop and he will stop automatically. There is just No in between. It’s either 10% or 100%
Basically the same thing as if when it was a pup redirect theyre attention from biting and make sure it’s clear that biting is not ok
So my two year old male still wants to “ flea” bite me every so often as he’s playing. I started saying “you hurt me” in real LOUD voice and turning away from him. I would still play with my female for the next twenty minutes or so. Then going back to playing with them both. I’ve seen a big improvement in his play words me. Good luck!
Like always....soooo good information, thans John. Grts from Finn the doberman and Maja from Belgium ❤🐾🐾🐾
Great video, thank you.
Glad you liked it! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
75% of female intact dobes will go thru a false pregnancy. My female is experiencing it now. She carries a ball where ever she goes. You have to remove it from her mouth so she will eat. She is not producing milk...thank goodness! My first dobe breeder who I keep in contact with said there is no reason for concern and it will pass in due time. A few weeks or the time it takes for a pregnancy. She said don't take her "baby" away. It will just make he find other substitution and cause her to be frantic. Which is why I contacted her after taking ball away. She was fine the night before and woke up like that. So not all ball obsessions are call for alarm. Since you haven't had a female thought you'd like to know this.🥰
Great information, Starla! Thank you for sharing!!
My dobie is going through it now. Thank you
Another excellent video. Thank you for your work
Thank you, Cathy!! Always love reading your feedback!
All of that is very easy to correct.
I love the Ollie dog food for my two Dobermans! Seriously they look amazing on the food!
only issue i had with my girl is right before she died when she snapped at a kitten. She didn't hurt him, but momma cat wasn't happy with her. To be fair, my girl who loved cats and kittens, had a painful tumor and the kitten pounced on it.
I wouldn’t call that an issue if that was the case I would more just call that a reaction
I always wanted to adopt Dobbie, thanks to you, all this content, I want him even more
Greattttt video keep it uppp!!!
Thank you, Asia!!
Absolutely wonderful sharing my friend❤🌺❤🌺Big like👍
Some very good information. My girl just turned 4. Hasn’t bitten anyone or anything but def makes me wanna do something to prevent it that! I enjoy your videos. Been watching since before we got her, they’ve been extremely helpful in more ways than one. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
That's great to hear, Justin!! Thank you for sharing that with us!
So true!!!
I found out from experience on not being the leader with my 1st Doberman and thank you for this video I did learn from it.
Thanks for sharing that, Marilyn!! Great to hear you've learned some information while viewing the channel!
Great beautiful puppy
Thanks so much!!
Thankyou for the information on certain problems with a Doberman, i have 2 males one is 3 years old and the other one is 1 year old !! From personal experience most of the traits of Dobermans / problems with the breed i have ironed out with constant training and stimulation, you're right Dobermans are very intelligent however they enjoy the connection with not only with owners , but with the environment and consistency!! I mean buy this setting certain parameters will undoubtedly increase confidence in both you and your dog. Alot of negative traits are not the breed but the lack of constant commitment to the breed , i am often asked are they a high maintenance dog and yes they are not just with health issues / nutritional requirements but also the ongoing inter action between you and your dog
All good points John. We have 3 male dobies. A 3 year old.. just neutered last week and two 10 month old males un-neutered.
It has been a learning curve.
Has the older adult been helping the younger males?
No... although half brothers, the three year old is a rescue and came with some behaviors that have actually set the pups' training back, including overprotective instincts for his new mom as well as a dominate anti social quirk with other males during play time. It's plausible that he may have been encouraged to be protective in the wrong way or not in a controlled environment, at the very least. It appears the pups are more social at this stage and deserve kudos for their patience with their older brother. Time will be the largest contributing factor to his recovery as he becomes accustomed to his new life.
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Whew! All good here :)
My girl just turned 8 months old and I feel like we’re just not coming out of the biting/nipping puppy phase! I’m so relieved 😂 some days it felt like it’s last forever
Yes! It usually will subside around 6 months of age , but so glad to hear you are coming out on the other side of it!
I’m bout to buy a Doberman puppy we already put a deposit down, 4 more days til I get to see my lil boy 😊
Hi John, me again. I got my girl Lucy at roughly a year and a half and she came with no discipline. She's great now after a year and half of my own work. I still have scars on my arms and legs when she bit me. The most effective response to the bites, after months of frustration was to bite her back on her ears and around her neck, just like a parent dog does to correct young pups. It still works like a charm. Soft pressure and a growl and she realizes I'm the alpha. I know you've debated the alpha term, but with strong working breeds and especially our dobermans, it is the rule they must understand. Lucy is great with everyone we meet who likes dogs. Those that don't still give us a wide berth. Fair enough but wow, she is just an amazing dog. Just like every doberman owner knows. Cheers and keep up the great work.
We got our Doberman at 3 months gifted from my Daughter. When i was cleaning in the house and went for the broom my dobie got scared and ran. I think whoever has her for those 1st few months must have hit her with a broom. It's sad. We are going to obedience training but i have a feeling it may take longer for her to trust us due to potential abuse. Very sad, can't prove it but just gut feeling.
You are probably right. That is very sad! You could try leaving the broom lay down on the floor for a day or two so she can learn that it's not dangerous or scary. Maybe sit on the floor with her and give treats and pets as she gets closer to it!
Hello John, just finished your video and I would like to ask you one question. Our 1 yo dobie sometimes has problems with separation anxiety - shes refusing to eat as usual when Im not at home. Would you actually consider this a major problem or is it more like a "standartish" behavior?
Thank you. Adam
I have one now that uses his front paws like hands, it is kind of funny to watch. He is able to open cabinets and the refrigerator to the point that we had to put baby locks on everything to correct it.
Right ! Sometimes I have to sit with him during his meals
Hope Arlo is doing better with his anxiety when the camera equipment comes out.
The majority of this list is really, 'fearful behavior is a huge red flag'. 100% concur, and not just with dobermans but all dogs.
It's good to hear that others can relate to the message in this video. Thanks for taking the time to leave this comment!
We had one that growled at 8 weeks with hair standing on his back.whenever someone was walking by the house..
Wow! An early protector!
hey do you still feed and recommend Ollie for your dobermans?
Yes sir my dog 5 Moth old and have above behaviors .
Plz advise sir
What’s the best way to help your Doberman not be so reactive towards other dogs on the leash?
My Jager just turned a year old and he still wants to grab onto our arms with his teeth. He never bites hard, but he does this often. Also, he is definitely a velcro dog. He wants to be with us constantly, but he is fine having alone time in his crate too. He also wants us near when he eats. Otherwise, he is fine at the dog park and around other people and dogs. He does get overstimulated though and he gets so excited when we get in the car that he barks the entire time, so we are laying off the dog park for a bit. Any suggestions? We have had him in some training as well.
How do manage the nipping issues ?? I have a 4 month Doberman and she is nipping a lot and while walking sometimes she don’t stop biting her leash
My Dobermans are terrified by thunders. Is it normal. How can I deal with it?
I'm currently having the forceful attention seeking issue. Now I have to look into fixes for that.
I have a question I hope someone can answer. My Doberman has bumps around his body. He had these bumps since I got him from breeder. I didn't realize it until we got him home. Breeder told me it was dandruff but I think it's stuff more that he didn't tell me.
Any tips for the demanding attention point? My 5 month old doby when bored starts demanding attention and I don’t believe i lead him to believe there is lacking leadership. What ways can we correct this?
My Dobie is 15 mo. Old now and wags her tail at everyone. I’ve tried grabbing her foot when she jumps on me and others but it’s only maybe partially broke her of it. Recently I started a old tractor with a straight pipe on it and to my surprise she got crazy aggressive even coming at me. I caught her by her collar and talked to her with out her standing on her front feet and just stern talked her into me telling her it’s ok and calm down. It helped but the next time I started the tractor I put her on a chain away from it. When I checked her out after using the tractor she was normal and can’t say if it worked. The only other concern is after her rides daily on my Ranger she will half the time make a big circle or two and come from the side to nip at my hands as to make a game of it. If I walk with my cane it only makes her look as she like hasn’t figured that out, which is good. When I work in my shop she will give me little belly pinches just to get my attention and she knows it makes me laugh. I love her she does good things also and think it’s just where her ranking is a little above me and keeping ahead of her thinking is best
Her coming at you when starting the tractor was a scary situation to be in! Do you think it is the loud noise she doesn't like? Was she a rescue?
If you think her ranking is a little above yours like you say, maybe you'd like to check this video out: th-cam.com/video/k8DcWNbrhqQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Td6BTEeinYAqw2pZ
@@DobermanPlanet I’ve got to believe the noise was to extreme or different. She was born on a farm at a well known breeder and three generations of dobeys were very polite and quiet. The male was maybe a little big dog like but he was a stud with four females to service every three months which seemed like pushing things but they had 8 to 12 size litters an$ granma dobey was 12 yrs old and healthy.
Any idea how to deal with a 5 month old "locking on", and charging my cats or other dogs just to boop them with her nose? My cats do not like this and the other puppies i have introduced her to get scared by the shear amount of energy and lack of restraint she shows.
Ours is a super velcro dog, but she's just now getting the idea that she has others in the family when he owner isn't present. We distract her until they come back.
If there is anything we can help with over a one-on-one coaching call, we'd be happy to! www.dobermanplanet.com/coaching/
Our 5 year old female Doberman waits for me to get home from work to eat.😢
I have a puppy 4 months that has long recovery after being scared ..how can i do ?
does a dobberman need a crate?i want to get one but a crate just isn’t a choice, would a dog bed in a room be fine?
We are 5 people family and currently have a 1 year old female GSD, most behaved dog ever and getting compliments day to day basis. She's super friendly with every dogs, doesn't even mind being "ride". I want to bring a second dog in and thinking Doberman is a great choice, but very unsure. Does Doberman good for a GSD family in terms of the energy and their characteristics?
My dog also have issue of eating I have hand feed hrr
Are they other dog food recommended for dobermans instead of those frozen meals ?
Even though the frozen Ollie meals have a lot of good nutrients packed in to them, you can also choose to feed him kibble as well. This is the one we recommend: www.dobermanplanet.com/recommended-products/food-treats/
My 3 month old puppy bites a lot 🙄 I try to disengage and he chases my feet and bites my calves. I’ve been trying to redirect him to toys but sometimes he ignores them and keeps trying to go after me. I try holding his mouth closed and pinning him, which makes him try to bite more 🤦🏻♀️ if I ignore him he’ll start rapped barking at me.
😂 he sounds just like my girl, she does the exact same thing, I put her in her play pen for a bit once she starts growling and biting but then she’ll scream and bite the play pen. If I go near the treats though it suddenly all stops, she’s about the same age too, I don’t think it’s aggression just more playful but I’m trying my best to redirect it, it’s just like you said though, she doesn’t want any toys, I’ve tried them all, it’s very rare she’ll take it. I do find though she’s also worse when she’s tired. In bed she’s good as gold really.
@@brett95 yes, puppy bed time seems to help a lot as my pup is the same, getting worse the longer he’s been out playing. Sort of like an over tired child lol
Thanks though, glad my pup isn’t the only one
Question, I got a 7 year old Dobie from a couple that needed to re home him. Being older he really didn’t have any bad habits to speak of.
He did have one unusual habit we were never able to break him. If he wanted to go play or wanted attention he wasn’t getting when he wanted he would grab me on the wrist with his mouth and tug to lead us where he wanted.He was careful not to hurt me, my wife or the grandkids.
Have you heard of this behavior with other Dobermans?
Unfortunately he just passed at 12 1/2 years old.
No, that is very unique! He sounds like such a smart boy to show you exactly what he wanted...to guide you almost like a trained service animal would do. We are so sorry for your loss. He sounds like such a special part of your family. Thanks for sharing with us!
Hi John, my pup is 10 weeks old today and he was diagnosed with parvo yesterday morning. I am worried that if he makes a full recovery, he will have fear issues because of his hospital stay and the pain he is experiencing right now. He was very confident before this so I hope he stays that way. Do you have recommendations as to what to watch for or do?
So sorry to hear these.. There should not be any issues after parvo wishing your baby a full recovery
@@tinaosullivan6451 Thank you. He's had vaccines at 6 weeks and 8 weeks and I kept him home. He also never touched the floor of the vet facilities but someone at the hospital where his ears were cropped didn't fully disinfect themselves before they handled my dog.
@@tinaosullivan6451I agree
Great question, Tara! Hopefully, since he is such a young pup, this will be a memory easily erased and a thing of a past as you both move forward into a healthier future! If not, though, please reach out to us on Facebook or Instagram and we'll be happy to help!
@@DobermanPlanet
He recovered very quickly and is back home with us. He was shown a pig ear for the first time and alerted me for about 5 minutes before he calmed down and started chewing on it. You'd never know he was sick only 48 hours ago! My breeder vaccinated him at 6 weeks then I vaccinated him again at 8 weeks when I got him. I guess it made all the difference.
Apparently dobermans, specifically black (fact check me for sure) are more susceptible to parvo? Interesting, if true!
My dobbie just turned 6 months and only issue that i have is that of course he doesnt listen when he is focused on playing or something this is my 3 doberman and i most say i know he might be hard head in the future but he always seat when i tell him so and seat and "stop" and wait like 10 seconds to give him the signal to eat👌🏻 he is getting real big he is 70 pounds with only 6 months...is insane🤣
My dog is house broken and he would go out in to the yard with my other dog but something has happened that he will not go out in the yard he goes outside but will not leave the porch
I have a question I have a female Doberman who’s 4 or 4 in half months and she has big feet so she’s definitely gonna be huge. Do they run kinda funny around that age with big feet? Kinda wonder if something is wrong if should get her legs checked or if it’s normal growing into those feet.
Our now 6 month old started doing this around that age, eventually would fall going up steps too. The Vet said it was Panosteitis and was fairly common with larger breeds. Gave her some meds and she grew out it in a few more weeks
@@BaggedNStackedmy fiancé is freaking out saying her leg is messed up. She definitely runs like something’s not right. Not like bad bad but never had a dog that large yet. Her feet are huge so I didn’t know if she’s growing into them her still being a pup. But yeah we were gonna go take her to the vet and get it checked out. I’ll ask them about the panoceitis
Not only Dobermans but Rottweilers, Mastino napolitanos, and German shepherds as well !!!
Every breed should have a crate.
Where is Arlo? The footage is years old.
My Doberman has started using the bathroom on the porch even though my other dog goes out in the yard what can I do to get him to stop doing it
Stop the rehearsals. Take your dog on leash to where you want them to eliminate. You're just going around in circles the 6 foot leash length. Put it on cue - I say Get Busy, Find a spot. As soon as they're done eliminating lots of praise. If you're using treats, give them one 1- 3 seconds after they went. No treats for coming inside until the issue is under control. Also, make it a separate event. Even if you want to play or go for a walk, bring them back inside, even if it's only for 1001, 1002, 1003, then open door - go play or let's play! You never know when you have to leave, so getting them into the habit of coming inside after they eliminate will help. One of my students just said they actually used the clicker to house-train their dog. Never heard of that before but they said it worked like a charm. Love that my students are always thinking. Hope that helps.
Great question! Totally agree with what Robin commented. Here is our article on potty training: www.dobermanplanet.com/how-to-train-a-doberman/#Potty_Training
Can you make commentary video from Dog Daddy's video where his is helping women with her doberman.
I have a six month doberman who bites like a wild animal.
I have been thinking should i get rid of him.
I contacted the lady who i bought him from and she said just smack him lightly when he bites and that only makes it worse. Sometimes i leave him outside but because he enjoys outside he sees it as a reward.
Its really hard to bond with him.
He is very rebelious.
Any tips?
Ignore him he will get bored
I’ve heard the European lines have a more stable and reliable temperament and health. Is that true?
Great question! That definitely depends on the lines they come from. Make sure your breeder does Embark health testing so you know of any health risks before purchasing a puppy.
@@DobermanPlanet I’m asking because I remember when you posted a video talking about some kennels bringing new bloodlines to fight cardiomyopathy in the breed. Many believe the American lines are more sensitive to sounds and stressful situations and they use European working lines to stabilize their US lines. I’m not making claims, I’m just asking. Thanks for your help.
How much will it cost for female european and American dobberman??
Great question! Here is our article breaking down the price of how much a Doberman costs: www.dobermanplanet.com/how-much-does-a-doberman-cost/
that intro looks like it was made in 2003 with paint
The difference of this breed dogs and other breed dogs are this breed dogs have no tails so it is very difficult to understand their gesture if you compare the gesture of other breed dogs who make their gesture through tails
My dobermanmix does avoid
big dogs while on a walk but it doesn't bother her to go to a group dog activity with lots of big dogs.😂
She has also shown agression way before 6 month old, such as fear reactivity towards dogs and tried to bite my husband if he holds her.
She was diagnosed with luxative patella in her knees so it was probably pain.
But despite all these "red" flags, she is the perfect dog to our eyes! ❤
How to avoid behavior crisis
Yeah spend time with ur dog n exercise them n train them. U won't have a problem. Dobermans are the best dogs. Long live Zeus my 18 month old doberman. Oh they stand on hind legs n show teeth that's when stuff really deep
It would be helpful if it didn't cost thousands of dollars for 6 sessions with a trainer. To me that is ludicrous. My girls are fine but as I was researching in the past this is what Ive found in multiple trainer's.
Completely agree
Look into humane society classes. We just finished 6weeks classes for $125.
@@jarrettmaurice3070 any humane society in our area?
@@jarrettmaurice3070 any humane society?
You know a spray bottle is also good.
If you don't have a place where your dog can run wide open for several minutes at least a couple of times a day then don't get a doberman
Okaaaay… if this were 1978
Stop perpetuating lies or making it sound like it’s Doberman Pinschers and not warning signs in ALL dogs.
OMG it's @duchess.the.buchess ❤🎉 @6:13
Hey John, do you need more Doberman footage?