The Doberman Network Magazine

Published on April 3, 2020

I often get requests from someone that has only shown in the breed ring to help that person get a CD on his or her dog. I have previously written on how to begin from a puppy, explaining all the […]

Published on September 27, 2019

By JoAnne Brettschneider Congratulations to everyone that has qualified for the Top Twenty Competition! This month, in preparation for the upcoming DPCA National, I would like to address first time and newer Top Twenty qualifiers for obedience. I would also […]

Published on February 25, 2019

Preparing for your first show can be nerve racking and stressful for and your dog. In this article, I hope to take some of the uncertainties out of showing for the first time. The most important rule for new exhibitors […]

Published on November 28, 2018

We are creatures of habit. The longer something remains the same, the harder it is to change it and then accept the change. People cling to what is familiar. So, the new rules that eliminate the sits and downs for […]

Published on October 5, 2018

This month I would like to address pushy dogs and space issues. How many of the following apply to you and your dog? He charges through doors before you even open them? While running around the yard with a toy […]

Published on July 30, 2018

I am frequently asked when to start a puppy in training. I always answer with, “As soon as you get him.” If you have done your research on picking that perfect breeder, your puppy will come to you confident and […]

Published on April 3, 2018

There is much ground to cover in the use of the e-collar, so while I wanted to address using it for aggression this month, proper use of the e-collar is an issue that is more important to address first. What […]

Published on December 1, 2017

As I was about to begin my article, I made the mistake of reading Elizabeth Barrett’s article about picking an agility puppy in the August issue. In reading this amazing article on raising a litter of puppies, and what she […]

Published on September 28, 2017

This month I would like to begin to address aggression in dogs, and how I have dealt with many dogs with aggression and aggressive tendencies. There are many different reasons for aggression in dogs. Everyone at this point has heard […]