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I was thinking about getting a doberman pinscher puppy ,but I don't think I have much time to play and train him , maybe like 30 to 60 minutes a day , is it enough to empty his energy , or he needs more practice time .
I don't want him to be bored and aggressive .
Thanks for your time .
What is your question?
My family and I have raised and trained Dobes for 3 generations (of people). 60 minutes a day is okay for training, but he'll need room to romp and play for several hours. A fenced in half-acre would be the minimum size yard I would recommend. Then an hour of training and some bonding time will get you a magnificent companion.
Thanks a lot . I'm so exited to raise one ,but I'm afraid of not giving him what he deservesQuote:
Originally Posted by Catsmine
I would never ever raise a dog with only 30 - 60 minutes a day to spend with it.
You are right ,I wish I had more free time but a new semester will start soon . Every week I'll have two days off ,so I can spend 5 hours with it each day and I'll try to be with it whenever I can .Quote:
Originally Posted by J_9
Have you ever had a dog before? Do you know anything about training? The pup will have to be pottied about every four hours. Is there a neighbor or family member who can help with this?
Maybe an adult cat would be a better choice.
I had a dog but only for 4 months ,I didn't have much responsibility to be honest ,but now I'm really willing to raise one .Quote:
Originally Posted by Wondergirl
For the training I'm relying on YouTube (expert trainers are rare in my country so I have no choice at the moment) .
I think I will have to come back to take it out for a walk .
I don't want a just a pet , I love dogs and specially dobermans and huskys .
Have you read any books or watched those videos?Quote:
Originally Posted by Mina Raheb
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Originally Posted by Wondergirl
I watched videos on how to train the puppies . I will be thankful if you give me a name of a good book read .I'm afraid that it gets aggressive when I don't have much time to train and play with it ,that's the only thing that worries me.
I'm not a dog person. If I had so little time to spend with one, I would look around for other options if I were you. I suspect you'll end up with a problem dog that'll have to go to a shelter or even be euthanized. Please don't do this until you have more time to spend.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mina Raheb
You are right ,I'll wait till I have more free time .Quote:
Originally Posted by Wondergirl
Thank you.
A doberman needs a lot of time and care, and needs more than the time you have every day. There are breeds that need less interaction, and less exercise, but obviously you're drawn to a larger breed, and most large breeds need a lot of exercise and training and interaction. Every dog needs to be with their pack, so my next question to you would be how often you're home. How long would any dog you get, be alone at home? If it's more than 10 hours a day, I would not consider a dog.
I would look at other pets. Hamsters are great. They don't need a lot of time from you but are friendly enough (if you get the right one), to enjoy the limited time you do have. They're cuddly, you can hold them and play with them, but if you don't have time every day for them, as long as they have food and water and a clean cage, they're fine without daily interaction. They are curious little animals, and love new things and toys. There are tons of great cages out there and accessories that will give a hamster everything it needs to be happy. Also, they're solitary animals, they really don't like being with other hamsters, and will in fact fight to the death with any other hamster that is placed in their space, but they are, if bought young and handled often, great little pets for humans.
Depending on where you live, I currently have two hamster cages, very nice ones with a huge bag of tunnels and toys and accessories. If you're close by I'd be willing to give them to you, and help you pick out a hamster too because, like dogs, each breed is different.
Let me know and I'll be glad to help.
Usually it will not be home alone ,one of my parents will be most of the time with it when I'm outside , they might play with it but they won't take out for a walk .Quote:
Originally Posted by Alty
I'm out for 8 hours on average ,and some days less depending on my schedule .
Thank you for your offer but I want a pet which can understand ,love and bark . Whether it's a doberman ,a husky or nothing .
Usually it will not be home alone ,one of my parents will be most of the time with it when I'm outside , they might play with it but they won't take out for a walk .Quote:
Originally Posted by Alty
I'm out for 8 hours on average ,and some days less depending on my schedule .
Thank you for your offer but I want a pet which can understand ,love and bark . Whether it's a doberman ,a husky or nothing .
If you like larger breeds, there are some that will require less expulsion of energy, and less space, such as a Mastiff.
Good training and socialization are important to make the time for regardless of breed, but with a large dog in particular, you'd want to make it a priority.
Perhaps do some more research, contact owners of various breeds, and weigh the pros and cons to figure out what your usual routine will best provide for.
Believe it or not, one of the best apartment dogs is the Great Dane. The only downside is that each one requires their own couch.
Might want to research separation anxiety in dogs...
When it destroys your place... its not going to be its fault.. even if you could manage to properly train it. Dogs are pack animals.. they don't do well alone for long periods.
I agree with your dog needing more time. Its possible you may find more time to spend with him once you have him. May need about 18 years as well. It's a Commitment. Cats are more Independent. Good Luck
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