Appearance: Sleek, powerful, magnificent physique (24-28 inches). Compactly built, muscular, fast. Glistening coat (black, blue, red, or fawn with rust markings). Noble wedge-shaped head, easy athletic movement make them canine royalty.
Traits & Characteristics: Dogkind's nobleman. Keen intelligence, incomparably fearless, vigilant. Among world's finest protection dogs. Alert home guardians; sight alone deters intruders. Powerful foe with true courage/spirit if challenged. Loyal, alert, trainable; sensitive, good with families if socialized.
Origins: Germany (developed by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann).
Large
Female: 60
Male: 100
10-12 years
