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Doberman Pinscher

DogLargeWeight 30–45 kgLifespan 9–13 yrs

The elegant protection elite β€” two breed themes: dilated cardiomyopathy (the top killer) and von Willebrand disease. Needs experienced owners.

Temperament: Loyal and alert, high energy, deeply attached to its person

🩺 Common diseases & risks

High

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)

The breed's #1 killer β€” annual echo + 24h Holter

Common

von Willebrand disease (vWD)

Inherited clotting disorder β€” DNA test, check before surgery

Common

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)

Deep-chested β€” consider preventive gastropexy

Watch

Hip dysplasia

Standard screening

πŸ“‹ Recommended screening & frequency

  • #1Heart echo + Holter (annual)
  • #2vWD DNA test (early)
  • #3Hip X-rays (age 1-2)

🍚 Nutrition

High-protein sporting formula; split meals; avoid long-term legume-dominant diets.

πŸ› Daily care

Daily hard exercise plus brain work; short coat needs winter clothes; tail care for docked individuals.

πŸ”— Related symptom pages

Unexplained weight lossHair loss / bald patches

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