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BEHAVIOR

Behavioural Disorders Submitted courtesy of Gail Vetorino

Biting Dogs by Pat Miller

Biting by Nancy Christensen Brief Introduction To Doberman Temperament by Pat Cornelius

Canine Behavior

Critical Behavior Periods by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds

Dealing With Aggression by Pat Cornelius

Dominance by Jennifer Sobie, originally published in the Doberman Quarterly

Definition Of Drives by Patrick O'Connor

Drives by Nancy E Christensen, Renejade Dobermans

Head Bobbing Syndrome by C. David McLaughlin, DVM

Judging & Defining Temperament by Ray Carlisle, Cara Dobermans

Nail Trimming Tips and Tricks Submitted by Judy Bohnert, Equinox Doberman

Nip Nipping In The Bud by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds

Problem Owners by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds

Q & A For New Doberman Owners written and submitted by Bonnie Dunlop, Botrina Kennels

Reading List On Dog Behavior by Pat Cornelius and the Working Dog Committee of the DPCA

Super Dogs Are Made, Not Born  originally written by Joyce O'Kelley, typed and re-formatted by Sherry Clark

Suspicion In A Doberman - Good or Bad?by Bonnie Wittrock, Wittrock Dobermans
Temperament by Nancy E Christensen, Renejade Dobermans Temperament-Nature Or Nurture by Vic Monteleon, Montwood Dobermans What It's Like Living With A Doberman by Fred Heal, Jagermeister Dobermans
How To Respond To A Bite Incident In Your Community by the American Rottweiler Club Temperament Evaluation For Potential Rescue Dogs Temperament Testing Puppies &/or Adults
Speaking Doggish - A Very Rough Primer by Pat Cornelius    

BREEDING: PUPPY PACKAGE

Puppy Booklet Welcome by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Tattoo by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Puppy Shots by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Vaccine Protocol by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet New Puppy by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Prepare For New Puppy by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Aftercare by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Grooming by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Dental Care by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Heartworm Poster - Riley by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Heartworm Facts by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Bloat by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Emergency Worksheet by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet First Aid Kit by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet NSAIDS by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Heatstroke by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Choking by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet CPR by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Healthy Weight by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Overweight by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Kaopectate by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Toxic Stuff by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Grapes & Raisins Can Be Dangerous by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Poisoning by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Antifreeze Toxicity by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Snakebite by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Lymes Disease by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Crate Training by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Socialization by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Leaders by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Play Biting by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Noise Anxiety by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere Puppy Booklet Barking by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere
Puppy Booklet Oops by Dana Johnson submitted by Judy Doniere The Journey submitted by Judy Bohnert Feeding A Pregnant or Lactating Lactating Bitch  submitted by Marj Brooks
Nail Trimming Chart submitted by Dana Johnson & Marj Brooks    
BREEDING &/OR GENETICS
6 Stages Of Becoming A Breeder by Fred Heal 7 Foundations Of A Successful Dog Breeder by Jon Kimes of Pluperfect Corgis, Kansas City, MO 63 Day Perpetual Whelping Chart
A Breeder's Tools by Vic Monteleon, Montwood Dobermans A Gathering Storm (illustrated) by Dr. Carmen Battaglia Another Look At The 49th Day by Dr. Ed Bailey
Are You A Breeder Or Do You Just Breed Dogs by Ms Dany Canino Bitches/Whelping by Linda Rayman, Array Dobermans Brackett's Formula by Carmen Battaglia
Breeders DO Sell Their Best by Judy Doniere, Toledobes Breeders - Good And Bad by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds Canine Reproduction For Breeders by Carmen Battaglia PHD, Martin Coffman, DVM, Robert Van Hutchison DVM, Russ L Kelley DVM & Allan J Lepine PHD
Care Of The Newborn submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards Changes In The Bitch & Developing Foetus submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards Choices In Breeding - Drive or Liveability by Bonnie Wittrock, Wittrock Dobermans
Choosing Studs by Winnie Vogel Color Inheritance Chart (illustrated) courtesy DPCA Congenital Umbilical Hernias by Marie-France Sarra-Bournet, DVM
Cost Of A Litter by Mary Korevaar, Glengate Dobermans Cost Of Breeding A Litter by Shirley Bell, Bellcrest Boxers Critical Events During Embryonic Development by Drew M. Noden PhD
Designer Dogs Facts by Donna Sapp, Border Terriers, Maryland, USA Dr. Hutchinson's Reproductive Seminar Early Spay/Neuter by Chris Zink, DVM, PhD
Ear Taping Pages 1 - 12  (illustrated) Early Neurological Stimulation (illustrated) by Dr. Carmen Battaglia Educate Infant Puppies by Grace L. Blair, M.D
Events In The Estrus Cycle submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards Fading Puppy Syndrome by Val Brown, Mertrisa Collies Fading Puppies by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans
Feeding A Pregnant or Lactating Lactating Bitch  submitted by Marj Brooks Genetic Health Afflictions by Dr. Reinhard Haberzettl Genetics & Successful Dog Breeding submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards
Giving Pups A Head Start by Ed Bailey Grading Puppies (illustrated) submitted by Marj Brooks, USA Head Bobbing Syndrome by C. David McLaughlin, DVM
How To Handle A Bitch & Her Puppies After A C-Section by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans How To Raise A Happy, Healthy, Confident Puppy by Faye Strauss, Sherluck Dobermans In Favor Of Better Dogs by Dr. Carmen Battaglia
Infectious Agents That Affect Fertility/Pregnancy by Sandra Lemire Learn To Breed Dogs - the basics by Jane Anderson Legalities Of Contracts by Leo B. Siegel
Managing Your Stud Dog by Judy Doniere, Toledobes Reg'd Methods Of Pregnancy Diagnosis submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards Medications During Pregnancy submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards
Ostrich Syndrome by C.A. Sharp Oxytocin - A Necessary Evil? submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards Planned Breeding by Lloyd C Brackett
Popular Sires by C.A. Sharp Pregnancy Timeline submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell of DeSaix St. Bernards Puppy Advice (illustrated) written & submitted by Faye Strauss, Sherluck Dobermans
Raising A Puppy Red Raspberry Leaves - Friend Or Foe? by  Karen Copley, RNC BCN Reproducing Puppies vs Breeding Better Dobermans by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans
Reproduction Methods & Success Rates submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards Reproductive Health Of The Bitch submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell, DeSaix St. Bernards Reproductive Health Of The Male submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards
Rule Of 7's (illustrated) written in 1989 or 1990 by Pat Schaap, Shenanigan Shetlands, USA Selecting A Stud by Pam DeHetre, Pamelot Dobermans Selecting Conformation Puppies by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans
Should I Breed My Female Or Spay Her? Should I Use My Male At Stud Or Neuter Him? by Ms Dany Canino So You Want To Be A Breeder submitted by Judy Doniere, Toledobes, USA So You Want To Breed Your Bitch submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards
Super Dogs Are Made, Not Born originally written by Joyce O'Kelley, typed and re-formatted by Sherry Clark Spaying And Castration - Pros, Cons, Myths & Dobermans written by Ione L. Smith, DVM Tails and Dewclaws
Tail Banding (illustrated) by Skylocke Farms The Art Of Pedigree Analysis submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards The Birthing Process submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards
The Price Of Popularity by C.A. Sharp, editor of the Double Helix Network News The TAIL MALE Line: Introduction by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans The TAIL MALE Line: Page 1 by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans
The TAIL MALE Line: Page 2 by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans What Is A Breeder? by Peggy Adamson, Damasyn Dobermans What A GOOD Breeder Is by Peggy Adamson, Damasyn Dobermans
What Can We Do For The Doberman by Bill Garnett What To Look For In A Breeder by Kathryn Zerkel Whelping Box (illustrated) by Judy Doniere, Toledobes
Whelping Box submitted by Helayne Silver and designed by Carl Jeser Whelping Kit submitted by Marj Brooks with thanks to Kevin & Donna Frizzell,  DeSaix St. Bernards  

BREEDING - SAMPLE CONTRACTS

Pet Contract Show Contract Stud Service Contract
Stud Service Contract #1    
CONFORMATION
A Blueprint Into The Mysterious 15 Point Championship by Ms. Dany Canino Avoiding The HEAVY HEAD by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Cheri's Liver Brownies by Cheri McNealy

Conformation

Key Lesson #1 by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Conformation:

Key Lesson #2 by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Conformation:

Key Lesson #3 by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Conformation:

Key Lesson #4 by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Conformation:

Key Lesson #5 by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans

Conformation - Q & A by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans
Conformation - Teaching Tail Up by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans Conformation - Training Tips by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans DPCA Breed Standard (illustrated) courtesy DPCA
Doberman On The Move  (illustrated) by Robert L. VanPer Dobermans In Detail by Linda Krukar, Dabney Dobermans Dry Shampoo by Judy Bohnert, Equinox Dobermans
Educate Yourself In The Ring by R. L. VanPer, Mistel Dobermans Evaluating Puppies by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans Finding A MENTOR from one Newbie to another by Kathy Babbitt
Form Follows Function by May and Arnold Jacobson How The Standard Works by Bill Garnett Importance Of Structure submitted by Melissa Bates (Copyright Daniel R. Lawer, DVM)
In Favor Of Better Dogs by Dr. Carmen Battaglia Judge's Discussion Of The Breed Standard (illustrated) by Judy Doniere, Toledobes Judging The Doberman by Linda Krukar, Dabney Dobermans
Judging The Doberman Head  by Bob VanPer Owner/Handler - Force Or Farce by Bill Garnett Politics-Simply An Excuse by Pat Hastings
Preparing For Your 1st Show by Tracy MacLean, Shayera Dobermans Present Your Dog Properly by Judy Doniere, Toledobes, USA Road Working Your Doberman by Michelle Santana, Foxfire Dobermans
Satin Balls for weight gain submitted by Judy Bohnert, Equinox Kennels Selecting Conformation Puppies by Theresa Mullen, Terrylane Dobermans Should I Breed My Female Or Spay Her? by Ms. Dany Canino
Should I Use My Male At Stud Or Neuter Him? by Ms. Dany Canino Sound Of Body vs Sound Of Joints by Bill Garnett So You Want To Be A Breeder by Judy Doniere, Toledobes
Super Dogs Are Made, Not Born originally written by Joyce O'Kelley, typed and re-formatted by Sherry Clark Things Not Taught Anymore by Colby Homer, Homer Hill Dobermans Ten Tips To Prepare A Show Puppy For Show by Faye Strauss, Sherluck, USA
The HITCHER - The Skeleton In Everyone's Closet by Debbie Tissot who writes the Show Beagle Quarterly The Value of MENTORING by Joan Guertin

The Value of MENTORING List of Prospective Mentors

The Whys Of Standard Size (Illustrated) by Colby Homer, Homer Hill Dobermans Type, Hype Or Personal Preference? by Bill Garnett Type versus Typey by Bill Garnett
Typical Movement by Hans Lehtinen & Chris Lummelampi    

HEALTH

Acral Lick Dermatitis by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database WARNING - Adverse Reaction To ProHeart 6 by April S. Andrade WARNING - Adverse Reactions To Sulfa Drugs submitted by Mary Korevaar
A Look Down The Bottle's Neck by Margi Bragg, Summer DQ, 1999, Reprinted with permission obtained by Marj Brooks Aromatherapy written and submitted by Bonnie Dunlop, Botrina Kennels AVMA Principles of Vaccination
Blue Doberman Alopecia Treatment/Diet by James Anable Blue Doberman Alopecia Remedy by Logan Catalfu Cancer Treatment submitted by Pat Policastro, Tazzman Dobermans & written by Patty Smith and Valerie Stanert
Canine Skin Problems Canine Teeth Chronic Active Hepatitis by Mervi Ihantola
Chronic Hepatitis by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database Colloidal Silver Rediscovered submitted by Bonnie Dunlop Color Dilution Alopecia by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database
CDA (Color Dilution Alopecia) in Layman's Terms by R.M. (Bug) Russell Controversy Of Canine Nutrition submitted by Bonnie Dunlop Diarrhea - Causes & Remedies by Robert Hart, Vitality Science
Diet And Your Pet by Ms Dany Canino Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) Dog Food Dilemma
Dog Food Recall by Robert Hart, Vitality Science Duralactin - a new approach to treating arthritis/inflammation submitted by Bonnie Dunlop Gold Bead Implants submitted by Judy Doniere, reprinted with permission from Dr. Terry Durkes, D.V.M.
Gold Beads For Inge - Diary of a Miracle submitted by Marj Brooks, reprinted with permission from Pam Taylor Head Bobbing Syndrome by C. David McLaughlin, DVM Holter Monitor - Questions & Answers from Dr. O'Grady, University of Guelph, ONT, Canada
Homeopathic Medicine by Colby Homer with Q & A by Christina Chambreau, DVM Hot Spots by Ms Dany Canino How Are Defects Inherited by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database
Heimlich Maneuver for Choking Canines submitted byMarj Brooks Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy (HOD) Hypothyroidism by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database
Inducing Vomiting Invertebral Disk Disease by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database Osteosarcoma In Dogs
Lawn/Chemicals/Cancer Liver Diseases OFA - A Genetic Lottery submitted by Bonnie Dunlop
Panosteitis Peripheral neuropathy (Dancing Doberman disease) by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database Poisonous Houseplants
Prostate Disease in Dogs - Diagnosis & Management by Dr Peggy Root Kustritz & submitted by Judy Doniere Question Of Neutering/Spaying at what age by Pam Davol, a noted research scientist and a genetic expert Rawhide And Your Dog's Health
Recycled Restaurant Grease by Robert Hart, Vitality Science Red Raspberry Leaves - Friend Or Foe? by  Karen Copley, RNC BCN Rescue Remedy For BLUE Dobermans by Marj Brooks, modified by Judy Pritchard
Signs Of Shock And Treating Wounds Spaying/Neutering - Pros, Cons & Myths in Dobermans by Ione Smith, DVM Toxicity And Your Dog
University of Guelph - Dr. O'Grady's Holter Monitor Study by Pat Blenkey, Wrath-Liberator Dobermans Urinary Incontinence NEW Vaccination Protocol by Dr Jean Dodds
Vaccination Protocols Are Changing by the Senior Dogs Project Ventricular Arrhythmias by Nancy Morris DVM, Diplomate ACVIM Cardiology von Willebrand's Disease by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database
Vitamin C Supplementation Vitamin C And Its Role In Stress Management By Melvyn John BHS. IT.
VYDEX ANIMAL HEALTH LTD.
Whip Worms by Jessica J. Wilcock, DVM, Talent Dobermans
Wobblers by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database Wobbler's Syndrome by Jessica J. Wilcock, DVM, Talent Dobermans Wobbler's - Is There An Alternative to Surgery? by Christy Waehner
Zinc Responsive Dermatoses by Dr. Alice Crook and taken from the Canine Inherited Disorders Database    
HISTORY
A Bit Of Albino/White History by Judy Doniere, Toledobes History of The Doberman compiled by V. Cherie Holmes

Illena & The 7 Sires from Peggy Adamson's article -  Illena and the Seven Sires (written in 1951)

Masterminds by Ria Hörter Tale Of Tails & Ears by Avi Marshak The Great Colonel Jet (Ch Dortmund Delly's Colonel Jet) submitted by Judy Doniere
The Whys Of Standard Size (Illustrated) by Colby Homer, Homer Hill Dobermans    
MISCELLANEOUS
10 Commandments For Dog Owners by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds A Social Faux Pas: Kids, puppies and Dominance by Jennifer Sobie Anatomy Of Breed Specific Legislation by Dr  Carmen Battaglia & submitted by Judy Doniere
Anonymous Tribute submitted by Judy Bohnert Are You A Responsible Dog Owner? by Ms Dany Canino Bathing A Dog by Anna Browning©
Breeders - Good and Bad by Carol Kufner, Winwood Shepherds Busy Pets by TD Yandt Buying A Doberman by Lisa Douzos ©2000 & Mary Korevaar ©2000, Doberman Education and Rescue, Inc. ©2000
Calculating The Aging Process by Dr Carmen Battaglia Changing The Estimates by Dr Carmen Battaglia Considerations When Buying A Pet by R.M. (Bug) Russell
Doberman FAQs Eartaping by Eve Auch, Irongate Dobermans (pdf file) Eartaping Various Breeds
Feeding Young Puppies by Marj Brooks Founders Effect