Doberman pinchers?

Dobermans.....how to describe them
 
Great deterrent for any ne'er-do-wells, love the family, sweet, diligent, loyal.  Completely different work ethic from the GSD.  More independent.  They're out for themselves (as has been exhibited to me by my friends' numerous Dobes).
 
They'll work, but they're very much "What's in it for me, bud?"  They're thinkers, and do'ers....when it suits em.  Incredibly intelligent animals, great companions.

There's plenty of opinions from Dobe owners on this thread:
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Dobes are great, had them for 26 odd years.  They are not for the faint of heart or those without a sense of humor and the ability to be a duck (let it roll off your back).  They are typically predigous chewers, high energy, they like to intimidate, use their bodies vigerously in play.  They are quick learners and intelligent.  Mine have all been perseverative compared to the belgians.  Quite reactive to stimuli they believe potentially threatening.  Can be a health risk.  Cancer, cardio, thyroid, van wildebrans (Sp).  Morgan had her cd by 18 months, Reggie took beginners 5 times.  Marshall never trialed but was a natural baby sitter.  That gives you the range of three different personalities.  Good temperment is CRITICAL there have been times when fear aggressive dobes were rampant.  They need early and constant socialization to remain good canine cititizens.

"The cadillac of dogs..." I will never have any other breed.  They're like velcro - wherever I am, he is. 
 
He's also a clown.  He will do silly things just for the sake of being silly.  But he's a boy and he's only 2.  (He will wait until I've put him in a sit-stay for directed jumping and then when I turn my back he will creep forward until I stop and he'll have his butt dropped in a sit before I've turned around.  I can tell when he's doing it because everyone is class laughs. *sigh*)
 
They are a handful though and they need a job.  They also need quite a bit of exercise in order to keep them happy.  They need a human who is a definite leader. They are easy to work with though - compared to my lab.  He's lightning fast learning something and rarely forgets.  He also needs less repetition.  He's happier to work for me just for the sake of working for me - as opposed to my lab who's very food motivated.
 
He's very sensitive and picks up on moods and feelings.
 
He's always ON whenever we're out of the house.  He's alert and aware of everything that is going on around the area. 
 
What I would pass on is other people's opinions.  It's heartbreaking when people cross the street, or make nasty comments about owning "vicious" dogs. *sigh*  I've noticed there's a difference with uncropped ears - but as soon as you say "Doberman" people usually have the same reaction.  So we just strive to set an excellent example when we're out and do as much positive PR as we can.  []

As far as PR goes, I'll be the first on the band wagon.  The ones I've met are fantastic dogs.  Sweet, gentle, lovable & funny.  I'm babysitting one this week & I love him to death.  After we play outside for a while we get on the couch & do Dobie snuggles.  Tyson is a love.  Dobies are a case of bad PR. 

Dobies, in my book, are the easiest dogs to fall in love with.  They are silly, smart, a bit needy, sensitive, and yet they maintain that "out of control-but just a little bit" demeanor.  Oh and also they are very very perceptive.  I've never owned one, but I'm friends with several. 
 
I don't like it when I see Dobie owners put their dogs in studded collars in an attempt to make them look tough, nor do I like them to specifically train their dogs to be protective.  I think that the deterrent of having a 90-110lb dog is threat enough.  Besides who really wants to take away that silly side that these dogs have? 
 
Even though Dobies didn't make it to my short list before I went into PHs, these are probably the only non-sighthound dogs I would seek out to be a canine member of my family. 

One of my favorite breeds!  I have found the boys to be silly lovers and the girls to be sweet and very "business-like".  I agree that the right breeder is IMPERATIVE due to potential health issues.  You definately need OFA, CERF, vWD negative, temperament tested stock.

I love Doberman Pinschers (had to spell it - sorry but I spent years as a proof reader)...I had a friend who had a red Dobie and she was wonderful. I'd have one in a heartbeat but my hubby doesn't like the really short coated breeds, now and then I feel I must compromise. Hate it but I do it

Thank you so much everyone, i'm in that horrible confused state right now but i think i am actually starting to lean towards a dobie! knowing how crazy i am, maybe i'll get both (at seperate times of course)! How much are dobies usually$$? I wanted to get a female and possibly breed her!

A show quality Doberman bitch would probably run you a good $2k. That's just a guess, based on the price of a pet quality bitch from a good breeder, with a spay contract.

The purchase price of the dog is just the very beginning. Breeding stock has to be health and temperament tested. They need to be proven in conformation, and a lot of people like them to be proven in some sort of work (dual titled). Show entries are expensive. Hotels and gas are expensive.

You will never make money off of puppies, if you are breeding properly, and you'll likely lose money on each litter. Something to think about.

Thank you very much for the reply. Honestly, I'm not in it for the money, i'm in it more for the hobby and joy of it! I have always loved to have pups around and watch them grow and go to their new home. I understand it is probably very expensive, but i have always wanted a good show dog (considering i show all my other animals) i have always wanted to show dogs too! i guess i have a lot of research on my hands!