Doberman Gifts
Our website contains a great range of Doberman products for every Doberman owner and Doberman lover. The products we have available include Doberman Throws, Doberman Cushions and Doberman Shoulder Bags.
So if there's a Doberman lover in your life, choose from our range of Doberman gifts by clicking on the following link:
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The Doberman shoulder bags are constructed of high quality, 100% natural cotton. Measuring 17" wide by 17" tall with two black canvas straps, the bag can hold an array of items.
The Doberman Cushions are again made from 100% natural cotton and measure 17" by 17". The cushion pad (inner) complies with the furniture and furnishings regulations 1988 and is removable.
The Doberman throws measure 54 inches by 54 Inches and are made from 100% all natural high-quality cotton.
All our Doberman merchandise is manufactured to the highest standards and can be purchased with the knowledge that we offer a full money back guarantee if not completely satisfied with your purchase.
Doberman Products Currently Available
Doberman Decorative Doormat http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=2602
Doberman Shoulder Bag http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=1758
Doberman Tapestry Cushion http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=696
Doberman Throw http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=1751
Night Song Tapestry Wall Hanging http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=2004
General Information On Dobermans
Herr Louis Doberman was a tax collector cum dog-pound keeper who had to travel through dangerous areas. He needed assistants tough enough to protect him from bandits and to convince reluctant tax payers to cough up. He performed his duties with "a grave digger and a be-llringer"-and a few basic established breeds. In the late 1860s, he determined to create his own personal guardian, a dog that would look much like a large Miniature Pinscher.
Breed type was fixed in an amazingly short period of time. Dobermann utilized the old German Shepherd type for hardiness, intelligence and soundness, with German Pinscher blood for quick reaction and terrier fire. The Weimar Pointer donated hunting abilities and fine nose, as well as the dilute colours. Added to the strength, guarding instinct and courage of the Rottweiler, the breed needed only the English Greyhound for speed and the Manchester Terrier to give it a short, sleek coat. Dilution factors which produce the reds, blues, and fawns, despite their uncommon appearance, have been present in the general mastiff gene pool since the beginning.
In the early years of the breed, they were extremely sharp, willing to attack "even the devil himself." An early owner, Gottfried Liechti, recorded ". . . it required a good deal of courage to own one." In fact the breedīs reputation preceded it to America. One early import won three Best in Shows before any judge had the courage to examine his mouth-only to find several missing teeth, a serious fault in the breed!
Some longhaired and natural bobtail pups were born in the early years. The bobtails were much admired, resulting in the current docking fashion. Ear cropping in the long, stylish American show cut or the wider, shorter pet cut aided the ears to stand. Dewclaws were removed, completing the racy appearance.
After Dobermanīs death, Otto Goeller continued promotion of the breed and is credited with improvement. Goellerīs kennels produced the first notable stud dog, Hellegraf von Thueringen.
The breed began infiltrating American coastlines around the time of WWI. Many Dobermans left in Germany were drafted; others were euthanized, due to the scarcity of food. After the war, the breedīs population once again began to rise in its homeland.
The Bulldog may be the official mascot of the US Marine Corps, but the Doberman has the distinction of being named the Marine War Dog. The breed is loyal to its master and will do almost anything requested of it, from exciting drill team performances to schutzhund training. Dobermans have representatives in search-and-rescue, patrol or police dogs and as dog guides for the blind.
One of the breeds that strikes fear in the heart of many, the Dobermans reputation is generally unearned. It is a natural, loyal guard, but the breed has been mellowed to allow the approach of strangers. Socialization and authoritative discipline are recommended, along with a heritage of sound temperament. The Doberman of today is a handsome, light-footed aristocrat which prefers being with its owners to all other things.
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