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Post by rosamburg on Dec 29, 2011 14:54:55 GMT -5
Ok let me ask another way, If you could not get a Dobermann from europe or one that comes from all Euro lines in the US, which breeders would you at least consider in the US/N.A. ? Or would you leave the breed? For me I would absolutely consider North American breeders using Euro working lines. That said I would have to look at the individual dogs being bred. I have some other ideas in regards to this that I will start a new thread on. |
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Post by hammerhead on Feb 5, 2012 12:35:58 GMT -5
Sorry for reviving a semi-old thread but it is a good one. I'm currently looking for a working Dobe and there are some good thoughts here but now I'm wondering what to do. Should I go hardcore working or give an American breeder a chance? Maybe I should start another thread in the beginner section?
Thanx,
Joel
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Post by hammerhead on Feb 5, 2012 12:37:10 GMT -5
Sorry, I don't even know what N.A. lines are. North American?
Joel
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Post by rosamburg on Feb 6, 2012 1:05:28 GMT -5
Sorry, I don't even know what N.A. lines are. North American? Joel Yes, N.A stands for dogs from generations of dogs bred in North America. It depends on what you want to do with your future dog. If you want to do agility or AKC obedience they might be ok if you can find one you could live with as far as temperament. If you want to do real bite-work then they lack the right kind of drive you are looking for, are too soft and tend to not have enough nerve to handle much pressure. There have been a few who have titled to a Sch3 level but I for one am usually skeptical about the trial scenario they earned the title under. Most likely very favorable conditions. I don't see too many these days that would likely hold up under real pressure. |
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