Doberman Pinscher is one of the most popular breeds, known for its magnificent appearance, proud posture, and loyal character. The big plus and minus of this dog is its extraordinary affection for humans. It’s not for nothing that representatives of the breed are sometimes called “Velcro.”
But there is an option to purchase a “Dobie” with “advanced functions” - find a mixture of a Doberman with a representative of another breed. Today, successful crossings with Great Danes, English Shepherds, Rottweilers, Portuguese Water Dogs, Collies, Beagles, and Greyhounds are known.
One difficulty is that it is very difficult to predict exactly what a puppy from a “mixed marriage” will be like. Even professional dog handlers can judge its color, size, and body proportions with only 25% accuracy.
Mixed Doberman and Rottweiler
Rottermans = Doberman Pinscher + Rottweiler. Both breeds are strong, powerful, and very intelligent. Metis is almost 100% likely to repeat the wonderful characteristics of his parents - smart, fearless, easy to train. Such dogs often work as security guards, police officers, and are involved in search, military, and rescue operations.
Externally, Rottermans are lean and muscular. These are very strong, hardy, alert dogs.
Rotterman's weight is from 30 to 60 kg. Life expectancy is 9-12 years.
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The most common crossbreeds and their descriptions
A mixed breed German Shepherd can be very different in appearance from its ancestors. Whose genes will predominate (or they will combine), what the puppy will look like when it grows up is difficult to predict. Each half-breed is unique.
Akita Inu mix
Akita Inu is one of the most loyal pets. This is an unusually brave and at the same time good-natured dog. This pet is an excellent hunter and watchdog. His loyalty is legendary.
Akita Shepherds have a smooth, thick coat. They are tall, withers at the withers - 60-65 cm, bitches - up to 60 cm. They have an elongated muzzle on a small head.
Hybrid with Akita Inu
The cross took the best from both breeds - intelligence, curiosity, ease of learning. She has well-developed watchdog and security qualities. She is successfully recruited to serve in the army, police, and security agencies.
Cross with Alabai
Crossing a shepherd dog with an alabai produced a dog with a large muzzle on a massive head. The ears are shaped like a triangle. They may remain hanging or rise with age. The body of such a cross is large, slightly elongated. The back and chest are wide, with well-developed muscles.
The coat of the crossbreed is short, hard, and has a dense undercoat. The half-breed inherited its height from the Alabai; at the withers it reaches 78 cm in males and 70 in females, weight, respectively, 70 and 60 kg.
A cross between a shepherd and alabai
Chow-chow cross
Chow chows resemble adorable fluffy bear cubs in their appearance. They have high intelligence, they have autonomy and independence. This cutie is quite expensive. A cross between her and a German Shepherd will cost much less.
This mixed-breed dog has a calm, balanced disposition; it is intelligent and inquisitive. She is non-aggressive towards people, loyal to her owner and his family members, and is a good protector and guard. But, along with these advantages, she is stubborn and prone to dominance. Therefore, due attention must be paid to the upbringing of a mestizo, without the connivance of the owner.
Chow-chow cross
Labrador mix
Labradors are famous for their friendliness, they are obedient and affectionate, and love to play. They love to crossbreed with other breeds of pets. A particularly popular hybrid is the Labrador and Shepherd Dog, which is called the Labronamese.
The half-breed took from the Labrador a cheerful, friendly character, sociability and love for children. At the same time, he retained his qualities as a security guard and defender along the German line. The crossbreed is particularly loyal and devoted to its owner and his family members.
Note! Rigidity in education cannot be applied to the Labronemese. This greatly affects his psycho-emotional state.
Mixed black shepherd and labrador
Mongrel cross
A cross between a shepherd and a mongrel is a fairly common phenomenon. In puppyhood, such a pet is very similar to its well-born ancestor, but as it grows up, its appearance changes. Sheepdogs (as they are called) are endowed with good health, adapted to living on the street, and do not require special care.
The mixture is genetically resistant to diseases. Ease of learning was passed on to them from their eminent parents. They perfectly absorb commands, easily remember and execute them. Sheepdogs become very attached to their owner and will never betray him. One can only envy their loyalty.
A bright representative of the shepheroid
Caucasian Shepherd mix
Crossing a German Shepherd with a Caucasian has long become the norm among dog breeders. Half-breeds inherit not only the appearance of both parents, but also their best qualities. These beauties have a powerful, muscular and at the same time graceful physique. Their height at the withers reaches 70 cm, weight – 60 kg.
The head is large, but with an elongated muzzle, like the Germans. The ears are triangular in shape and can be erect or drooping, like those of Caucasians. They have thick, long, dense fur. At puppyhood, hybrids are more reminiscent of Caucasian babies, but with age they become similar to both breeds. Their color can be very diverse: from plain brown, gray or red, characteristic of Caucasians, to mixed, where the top is black and the bottom is reddish-beige.
Mixed breed with a color like a German
German and East European Shepherd mix puppies have the same body proportions with age as Caucasian Shepherd mixes.
Corgi mix
A cross between a Corgi and a German Shepherd, it combines the best of both breeds. The dog has the interesting appearance of a shepherd dog with short legs. The mestizo inherited strength of character from the shepherd dog, and the desire to be in charge from the corgi.
Despite his height, the mestizo is prone to dominance. Therefore, from the first days of his stay in the house, the owner must show the puppy who is the leader of the pack. Otherwise, there will be big problems with raising and training your pet.
Important! It is recommended for a person with an iron will and experience as a dog breeder to get such a puppy.
Mixed Shepherd with Corgi
Mixed Doberman and German Shepherd
Doberman Shepherd = Doberman Pinscher + German Shepherd. This is a strong, muscular dog with a powerful build. Metis are valued for their loyalty, which turns into touching love for the owner and his family. This rather large dog is the center of affection and kindness, but only with his loved ones. The Doberman Shepherd is an excellent watchman and protector who will take care of the safety of its owners day and night.
A mestizo can have either straight, large ears or slightly drooping, drooping ears. Its average weight is 40-50 kg. The life expectancy of a dog is 10-13 years.
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What are the similarities and differences
Similarities:
- Both breeds were bred in Germany and are used as service dogs or guard dogs.
- Both the Shepherd and the Doberman are very intelligent and quick-witted.
- Caring for both of them is easy.
- Both dogs are very trainable, although different methods are recommended.
- Both the shepherd and the Doberman are distinguished by their stately and harmonious build.
- Both breeds require serious training and a lot of physical activity.
- Representatives of both breeds are good with children and, with proper socialization, do not show aggression or bullying towards other animals.
Differences:
- The German Shepherd is considered a versatile dog, while the Doberman is best suited for detection, security, and bodyguard work.
- The German Shepherd's ears are naturally erect, while the Doberman's ears are cropped.
- A shepherd can have long hair, but a Doberman can only have short hair.
- The colors of the “German” are more varied than those of the Doberman Pinscher.
- The Shepherd feels good in a wide variety of climatic zones, but the use of the Doberman for work in regions with cold winters is difficult.
The German Shepherd is less excitable and not inclined to take offense or, especially, to take revenge on the owner for an insult.
Mixed Doberman and Beagle
Beagleman = Doberman Pinscher + Beagle. A medium-sized mixed breed who has inherited their most remarkable features from their pure breed parents. This is an energetic and lively dog, the best friend for people who love sports and an active lifestyle. Therefore, the Beagleman is not suitable for elderly owners, a person who, due to health conditions or lifestyle, will not be able to provide the dog with daily long walks, runs and games.
Bigelman is a loyal, affectionate and loving pet. Its average life expectancy is 10-12 years. Weight - 18-24 kg.
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Which puppies are better not to take?
Try to find out in a conversation with the owner of the nursery when the mother of these puppies had the previous litter. And if it turns out that this happened less than a year ago, try to use some excuse to refuse to purchase a puppy - he is very likely to have health problems in the future. If the date of the bitch’s previous birth was more than a year ago, and the puppy suits you in all respects, feel free to purchase it! This dog will become your true friend!
There are few people who have not dreamed of becoming the proud owner of a German Shepherd - a dog that ranks third on the scale of canine intelligence. But oddly enough, most mongrels are similar to this breed. How to distinguish these two dogs from each other, especially since it is extremely difficult to do so before two months of age?
Mixed Doberman and Great Dane
Doberdan = Doberman Pinscher + Great Dane. One of the most spectacular mestizos - when you see such a dog, it is impossible not to be charmed by it. By nature, this is an excellent watchdog, which you can without a doubt trust with your own safety. A vigilant and formidable guard with strangers, in the owner's family the Doberdan is a devoted and loving friend. With a balanced character, moderately active and playful.
The life expectancy of the Doberdan is 8-10 years. The approximate weight of the dog is 40-60 kg.
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Mixed Doberman and Portuguese Water Dog
Dobergese = Doberman Pinscher + Portuguese Water Dog. This mixed breed is an excellent example of a good-natured and affectionate pet. Calm, balanced and even somewhat phlegmatic, he loves to spend long evenings with people, lying on the sofa with his owner. This cute giant is children's best friend. You can entrust the little one to him - it is not in the Dobergese tradition to offend the small and defenseless.
The life expectancy of a mestizo is 10-12 years. Average weight - 40-60 kg.
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Mixed Doberman and Greyhound
Doberhound = Doberman pinscher + greyhound. This crossbreed is a mixture of guard and hunting breeds. This means that an independent dog who is “at heart” is also an introvert. As a descendant of a pack breed, the Doberhound can pretend to be the leader of the “pack” and try to dominate people. Despite his cute appearance, the dog needs consistent and strict education.
The average lifespan of Doberhounds is 10-13 years. Weight - 25-30 kg.
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Breeding versus plain mating
It is fundamentally wrong to consider selection work to create a new breed and random work or “for the sake of curiosity” to be the same thing. To develop a new breed, breeders do a tremendous amount of work. Their goal is to consolidate the necessary mental qualities and physical characteristics in the breed through long and tough selection.
It was precisely these goals that the breeders from the former GDR pursued, crossing and. They wanted to breed a harmoniously built, hardy and mentally balanced dog, which is exactly what they achieved. The breed was called Malchover, but it never received official recognition.
However, fans of the Rottweiler-German Shepherd hybrid still exist. After all, such versatile dogs do an excellent job with protective, guard, search and security services. But, despite the loyalty, activity and obedience taken from the shepherd, mestizos have the stubbornness, aggression and dominance of Rottweilers. Therefore, to keep the dog under control, the owner must have leadership qualities.
Mixed Doberman and Poodle
Doodleman = Doberman Pinscher + Poodle. This is a dog with an unusual and memorable appearance - large, powerful, but at the same time lean and slender.
Doodleman is a versatile animal. These mestizos are used in cattle breeding and military service, racing hunting and guard work. Their calm, affectionate disposition and friendly nature make them wonderful pets and family dogs. Doodleman will make friends with children and the owner's pets. This Doberman Poodle is a creature with a high level of intelligence, which makes the dog a wonderful watchman who will not bark in vain and scare ordinary passersby.
The lifespan of doodlemans is 12-15 years. Weight - 30-40 kg.
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Spitz and chihuahua
A cross between a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua is called a Pomchi. The average height of such a mestizo is 15–20 cm, weight – 2–4 kg.
The dense build and shape of the ears are most often inherited from the Spitz, and the shape of the muzzle is most often inherited from the Chihuahua. The legs are strong, although short. The tail is of medium length and curled into a ball. The head is wedge-shaped, with an elongated but not pointed muzzle.
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The coat can be either double (with a dense undercoat, almost like a Spitz) or single (short and close to the body, like a Chihuahua).
Usually loyal to one person, but wary of strangers. Very active and inquisitive. If there are mistakes in upbringing, they can be aggressive towards other dogs on walks. The puppy needs to be weaned from continuous barking. Destructive behavior in the home, such as chewing on things, is rare.
They respond well to training and are obedient to their owner. Need regular walks and exercise. It is better not to leave them alone for a long time. If the owners are often absent, you can get another Pomchi of the same sex.
They do not get along well with other pets. It is highly not recommended to have a pomchi in a house where there are children.
Mixed Doberman and Bulldog
Englishman = Doberman Pinscher + English Bulldog. This mestizo is an excellent guard who will protect his family no matter what happens. Englishmen are distinguished as one of the best varieties of guard dogs. With their loved ones, they are very sociable and friendly animals - they especially adore small children.
The life expectancy of an Englishman is 8-10 years. Average body weight is 40-60 kg.
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Spitz and Husky
Pomeranians can also crossbreed with huskies - beautiful and intelligent dogs, formerly sled dogs, and now increasingly playing the role of companions and family pets. A Husky and Pomeranian mix is called a Pomsky. The size of such dogs is most often small, closer to a Spitz. Huskies often inherit the characteristic black and white coloring, blue eyes and erect ears. The thick and soft coat is consistent with both breeds.
Related article: How long do Spitz dogs live at home?
The shape of the muzzle can be equally likely to be inherited from one or another breed.
The character is bold and friendly. These dogs are independent and very smart.
There is also a semi-official hybrid, bred in 1970, and already recognized by a number of federations. Many promise him quick international recognition. This is an Alaskan Klee Kai - a dog that almost completely reproduces the Husky, but “in miniature”. The color of Klee Kais can be not only black and white, but also red and white, as well as chestnut, but the presence of a “mask” is required.
Mixed Doberman and Old English Sheepdog
Dobski = Doberman Pinscher + Old English Sheepdog. Such a mixture of blood can be the most unexpected. To determine what a puppy will be like, you need to find all the characteristics of its ancestors. The baby can become any combination of these signs.
The average lifespan of a dobski is 10-12 years. The body weight of such mestizos is 30-40 kg.
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Mixed Doberman and Collie
Dobie = Doberman Pinscher + Collie. Metis may well take the palm in his friendliness, playfulness and cheerfulness. At the same time, it is a calm and balanced pet, responding to the mood of its owner. For Dobies, man is the center of the Universe. This dog loves spending time with people most of all. The main thing for him is to receive the attention and affection of the owner.
The lifespan of a dobie is 10-13 years. The average body weight of such an animal is 18-20 kg.
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Other Doberman mixes
The presented top mestizos are not the only options for crossing Dobermans with representatives of other breeds. Dog handlers also know the following entertaining variations:
- Doberland Shepherd = Doberman + Australian Shepherd.
- Bullerman = Doberman + Bull Terrier.
- Dorgi = Doberman + Corgi.
- Doberidgeback = Doberman + Ridgeback.
- Doberlab = Doberman + Labrador.
- Doberman + wolfhound.
- Doberman + husky.
- Doberman + pit bull.
- Doberman + bloodhound.
- Doberman + Alabai.
- Doberman + Chihuahua.
Mixed Doberman and Labrador:
Doberman Husky:
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