A Decade to Reflect
Ten years is considered an achievement of longevity in the Dobermann breed and since my A-litter turned 10 this year, it is a fitting time to reflect. I have owned dogs all…
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Soundness, versatility and longevity.
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Riding on Coattails
It is a common practice in the dog breeding community to ride on the coattails of past successful combinations and individuals in a pedigree, rather than just resting on one’s own laurels.…
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Anthropomorphizing Dogs and its Consequences
Last night I received the information from my flatmate that Ashra had been attacked by an off-leash pitbull mix, while on leash, in front of our home. I have been spending most…
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Temperament and Genetics
One persistent myth about dog behaviour and temperament that bothers me is the incorrect notion that all dogs are born as blank slates, ready to be molded. We’ve all heard such a…
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Breeding for Titles
When I first started my breeding project, I aimed for using exclusively titled stud dogs – with both working and show titles, when possible – as this is what I had been…