It's not unusual for people in love to get hitched and take vowels to love and cherish each other
It's also not unusual for certain dogs to devote themselves to loving cherishing and protecting you and your family
There are several breeds that will fit the bill, but two that are high on the list of anyone looking for a guard dog
Or the doberman pencer and the rottweiler
In this edition of animal facts, we'll help you decide which breed is better for you in this epic battle of guard dog breeds
Nobody likes to tax man
So in the 1880s
When german tax collector carl friedrich louis doberman engineered a dog type by crossing breeds such as the rottweiler
manchester terrier weimaraner and black english greyhound
He did it with one golden mine to create a guard dog unmatched in fearlessness intelligence toughness vigilance and athleticism
His effort resulted in a breed that bears his name to this day since one in the doberman pinser
After doberman's death, the germans named the dog. He created in his honor
Eventually, they dropped the word pincer which means to nip bite or grip because of his negative connotations
Near the end of the 19th century a breeder named otto goeller founded a national doberman pitcher club
He is credited with further developing and refining the dog type and in 1900 the german kennel club, officially
Acknowledged the doberman pincer as a breed
In 1908 the was introduced to the u.s
The breed saw a major decline during world war one when many of those who owned the large dogs couldn't afford to feed them
After the war many of the surviving canines were brought to the u.s
But with the dawn of world war ii debris was set back again in europe
Despite its struggles in europe the doberman flourished in the u.s. In fact many experts credited american breeders with the survival of the breed
The rottweiler is an ancient herding breed that is thought to be a descendant of the drover dogs of ancient rome
Drovers were strong reliable mastiff tight dogs that were used to hurt and guard cattle used by roman soldiers for food
Eventually, the romans made their way into southern germany and the drover doll became an essential part of the cattle trade and remained
So even after the romans were forced out of the area
After the collapse of the roman empire these dogs were used by traveling butchers to guard money pouches that were tied to their necks
And herders would use them to protect and move cattle from pasture to market in the town of rottweil
The town that gave them their name
The industrial age saw a decline in the breed and railroads became the most efficient mean of getting stock to market
The demand for police dogs during world war one spurred a resurgence of the rottweiler
They served as messengers ambulance and guard dogs as well as in search and rescue operations a duty they still perform today
in 1931
The breed was officially recognized by an american kennel club. And today the rottweiler is the eighth most popular dog breed in the u.s
Fun fact the dobermans saw a surge in popularity when a canine military unit called the marine corps dobermans of the pacific
rose to fame during world war ii
A medium to large breed dog the male doberman stands 27 to 28 inches at the withers
While the female stands 25 to 27 inches and typically weigh between 70 and 100 pounds
The dobby is elegantly built with a streamlined muscular frame long neck and narrow muzzle
although they're born with floppy ears and long thin tails many owners have their pups ears clipped and tails docked to enhance their sleep looks
While some had them altered to give them a more intimidating appearance
Originally, their tails were clipped of the fear. They would break off weird, but true
the short-haired coat comes in black red brown blue diluted black fond diluted red
Or any combination of two of these colors
Fun fact there is also an albino version of the doberman. These pups are actually a cream color with white markings and blue eyes
The rottweiler is also a medium to large breed dog with a large head and broad muzzle
It is deep chested and thickly muscled from his head to his hindquarters
While most rowdies are born with tails some are born with bob tails
The average male stands 24 to 27 inches at the withers and weighs between 110 and 132 pounds
Females typically stand 22 to 25 inches at the withers and weigh anywhere between 77 to 105 pounds
This short dense double coat is black with distinct brown markings on the brow cheeks snout chest and legs
Fun fact unlike other breeds the colors and markings of the rottweiler. Don't vary from dog to dog
They will always be black with brown patches that come in one of three shades rust, mahogany and tan
When it comes to their people dobies are unwaveringly loyal and reliable
But can be suspicious of strangers the quintessential guard dog
They won't hesitate to protect you your family and your property with their lives if they perceive a threat
justin's suggestion that a doberman is on patrol is enough to make most
Nerdy whales think twice about doing anything that might bring them face to face with such a fierce opponent
Dobermans get a bad rap from being overly aggressive. Truth is most dobbies are aggressive only when they have a reason to be
That said they can also be quite playful and take years to reach maturity
In fact, most females aren't ready for guard training until age two while most males aren't ready until they're four years old
Dobermans are one human dogs. They tend to bind closely to one person in the family
And even though they don't come across as softies, they're gentle and loving with children. They are raised with
Fun fact dobermans are clean freaks. They hate the cold and don't like to get wet
As is typical of most big dog breeds rotties carry themselves in quite a confident manner
But they tend to be big softies when interacting with their people
Although they're known for their alertness and protective instincts. They love to let their guard down and clown around with family
Since rottweilers have a natural inclination to be territorial they make excellent guard dogs
They tend to be aloof with strangers, but will warm up to new people or environments if given a little time
It is imperative to properly train and socialize your roddy as a pup. So you won't have an exceptionally strong aggressive bully on your hands
Dobies are perhaps the most trainable dog breed and have the fifth highest intelligence rating of all canines
according to canine psychologist stanley corrin
They learn quickly maintain a level of alertness not seen in other breeds and are devoted to their humans
Implicitly following their commands to the letter the trick to training this savvy canine is to be consistent fair and observant
Pay close attention to your pooch
Plus you may find yourself outsmarted and like other breeds this dog type responds well to positive reinforcement
Since they're so easy to train the doberman is highly sought after to fill several different positions
Not only are they used for protection
They serve as police dogs take part in search and rescue operations and make excellent service and emotional sport animals
The rottweiler may be built like a bulldozer but there's a lot of brain behind that brawn
The rod is the 10th smartest dog breed in regards to trainability and that's a good thing because its size and strength combined with its
Territorial instincts can make for a rather destructive loose cannon
Rockwellers can also be stubborn. So be sure your personality is strong enough to handle one
This is a dog that is best suited for someone who is absurd and can be firm and consistent when giving commands
If you let your roti take the lead it will be more than happy to train you
Professional training and socialization is recommended for all rottweilers
Especially if you're a first time rot parent
True to their working roots
This is a breed that needs something to do since they rank highly in obedience training
They often serve in the military law enforcement search and rescue and as customs inspectors
They are also frequently used as therapy and guide dogs
fun or not, so fun fact
Rottweilers have a bite force of 328 pounds
How does the doberman stay fit
With one to two hours of exercise each day
Not only does a high level of activity help keep their slender well-toned physique in check
It also keeps their mind sharp and curves destructive behavior due to boredom
Start by walking your w once or twice a day for at least 30 to 45 minutes
The length of time you spend walking your dog will depend on you as dobermans have incredible stamina and can go chill. It's all gone
In addition to walk keep your pups quickness on point by tossing them a frisbee or setting up a spring pole or agility
course in the backyard
Remember the doberman is one of the smartest canines on the planet
So mind
Stimulating activities like puzzle toys singing games and learning new commands or tricks are a must if you want your breed to stay well behaved
and happy
Just like any well-sculpted bodybuilder. Your whitewaller will need a workout regimen that will keep their muscles tight toned and flab free
burn excess energy and bust boredom
A healthy rot requires at least 45 minutes to an hour of exercise each day
The foundation of any dog's exercise routine should be a daily walk or two at a brisk pace
Your rottweiler will be no different in this regard. But how long that wall lasts will depend on your stamina. Not theirs
Walt should last a minimum of 30 to 45 minutes and be supplemented by activities that build muscle
Stair climbing swimming tug-of-war and weight pulling are great for overall conditioning
Want to kick your fetch game up a notch play weighted fetch
Instead of tossing a ball or a stick around use a lightly weighted item such as a small plastic dumbbell or sand filled water bottle
Since rottweilers have well-developed chests and shoulders
It's important that the muscles in their hips and hindquarters develop properly doggy squats
which are very similar to human squats are a great way to strengthen the
Thighs and having your pup walk into a narrow space and walk backward to get out of it will work the hippic sensor muscles
Don't forget to work. Your dog's mane muscle the brain
To stimulate mental activity add chew toys new tricks and puzzles scenting and nose games to the mix
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