Visit our office to get the latest in top-quality veterinary care along with unparalleled service. Phone: Email: [email protected]. Skip to main content. Office Update: Dear clients, Starting December 1st, , we will be closing the clinic down Monday-Friday between pm. This is to give the staff time for lunch, to clean, and to reset for the rest of the day. Due to the Covid Pandemic, we have had a higher volume of appointments and need to value our staff's dedication with an uninterrupted break.
Important Covid Update: For the health and safety of everyone we are currently requiring only one person per household with the exception of children to accompany your pet for their appointment and that social distancing protocol is still practiced throughout the clinic. This means there still is a limited capacity for waiting in our lobby. However, the use of face masks and coverings is now optional in our facility but highly recommended for clients that have not been vaccinated.
If you have any questions feel free to contact our office, as providing the best care for your pet is always our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding these updates and appreciate your understanding during this time! The Distinctive Dobie With a reputation for vigilance and loyalty, the Doberman Pinscher could be great for your family for several reasons: Energetic and playful An affectionate companion and family dog Obedient and devoted Easily motivated and trainable Protective; an excellent guard dog Large, strong, and athletic But take care to accentuate the positives, and be aware of these characteristics: Can be aggressive, fearful, or snappy if not socialized properly Requires vigorous, frequent exercise and space to run Prone to boredom and separation anxiety, with associated chewing and howling behaviors Can be rambunctious and rowdy, especially as a puppy Overprotective of family and territory if not socialized properly Sensitive, matures slowly The Doberman is well known as a brave guardian and noble companion.
Your Doberman Pinscher's Health We know that because you care so much about your dog , you want to take good care of her. Infections Doberman Pinschers are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections — the same ones that all dogs can get — such as parvo, rabies, and distemper.
Obesity Obesity can be a significant health problem in Doberman Pinschers. Parasites All kinds of worms and bugs can invade your Dobie's body, inside and out. Spay or Neuter One of the best things you can do for your Doberman is to have her spayed neutered for males. Genetic Predispositions for Doberman Pinschers Heart Disease Doberman Pinschers are especially prone to a life-threatening heart condition known as dilated cardiomyopathy, or DCM, in which the heart becomes so large, thin, and weak that it can no longer effectively pump blood to the body.
Neurological Disease A genetically linked neurological condition, known as wobbler disease or wobbler syndrome, causes a wobbly, drunken gait in affected pets. Bloat Gastric dilatation volvulus, also known as GDV or bloat, usually occurs in dogs with deep, narrow chests. Bleeding Disorders There are several types of inherited bleeding disorders that occur in dogs.
If the immune system destroys red blood cells, your dog quickly becomes anemic, weak, and lethargic. His gums will look whitish or yellow instead of a normal bright pink color.
Sometimes an emergency transfusion of red blood cells or platelets is needed. Liver Problems Your Doberman Pinscher is prone to a chronic liver disease called hepatitis, which can develop around middle age.
Some Doberman Pinschers can develop a liver disorder called copper hepatopathy. This disease causes toxic levels of copper to build up in the liver, eventually leading to liver failure if not treated.
Affected dogs usually show symptoms of jaundice yellow eyes, gums, and skin by about two to four years of age. Your pet should have liver testing early in life to screen for any abnormalities. Diabetes Diabetes mellitus is a fairly common disease in dogs. Eye Problems Not many things have as dramatic an impact on your dog's quality of life as the proper functioning of his eyes.
Kidney Disease Glomerulonephropathy is an inherited disease that slowly damages your Doberman Pinscher's kidneys, causing them to fail, often at an early age. Bone and Joint Problems A number of different musculoskeletal problems have been reported in Doberman Pinschers.
The disease is caused when the jelly-like cushion between one or more vertebrae slips or ruptures, causing the disc to press on the spinal cord.
If your dog is suddenly unable or unwilling to jump or go up stairs, is reluctant to move around, has a hunched back, cries out, or refuses to eat or go potty, he is likely in severe pain. He may even experience sudden paralysis—he may drag his back feet or be unable to get up or use his back legs. Call us or an emergency clinic immediately! For less severe cases, rest and medication may resolve the problem. And as with so many other diseases, weight control helps reduce the risk of IVDD.
You should also provide ramps or steps for your pet from puppyhood on to prevent your dog from stressing his back by jumping on and off of the furniture. Growing Dobermans can suffer from a painful inflammation of the long bones in the legs called eosinophilic panosteitis, or pano or eo-pan for short. It usually starts around six to ten months of age and shifts from leg to leg.
Panosteitis usually causes no permanent damage, but requires pain medication. If your dog has this condition and develops an abnormal gait to compensate for the sore leg s , rehabilitation exercises may be required. Many older dogs have arthritis, and bigger dogs tend to have more pain and disability than smaller ones.
Dobermans are particularly prone to developing arthritis, but various treatments are available. The earlier we begin treatment, the better the results. Good nutrition and proper exercise are also very important to help reduce bone and joint problems as your pet gets older. Cancer Cancer is a leading cause of death in older dogs. Multiple Skin Problems Your Dobie is susceptible to various kinds of skin infections and diseases. Demodex is a microscopic mite that lives in the hair follicles of all dogs.
In mild cases, pet owners may notice a few dry, irritated, hairless lesions. These often occur on the face or feet and may or may not be itchy. Secondary skin infections may also occur. Prompt veterinary care is important to keep the disease from getting out of hand. Many pets seem to outgrow the problem, while others require lifelong management. Pemphigus foliaceus is a superficial skin disease that is more common in Doberman Pinschers.
It often starts around four years of age and causes crusts and hair loss, usually on top of the nose and inside the ear flaps. Some dogs get it on their footpads and toenails as well. Bacteria easily invade the damaged areas, so secondary skin infections are common.
Skin crusts typically wax and wane; there is no cure, but there are a variety of effective treatments. Faster if it's cold or wet out. She did run off once when she was about 1. At 5 AM. In the snow. Never happened again.
She is always well behaved about that. Much more in good weather. Once about a week ago, she wouldn't go through the gate wire fence she can see through easily. She stood in the driveway, which is the opposite direction from where I was at the gate.
Finally demanded she come,which she did, but then my Boxer headed back out the gate to the driveway! It was daytime, no strange cats or anything odd in the yard. I'm still confused by it. She is very capable of acting like she doesn't hear things, but it is her funniest act, the aloof, casual, almost snooty doberman princess. She is clearly a smart, smart dog. Maybe too smart Always fun seeing her solve problems or learn on her own, too. She may be a genius dog!
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