Dogs have their ears cropped for one reason and one reason only; to achieve a certain ‘look’. Historically, breeds such as Dobermans had their ears cropped as puppies and then splinted – taped to bits of wood or cardboard – to make their ears grow upwards instead of leaving them to go floppy.

Doberman Pinschers This is one tough, loyal, and aggressive breed of dog. These dogs can be gentle and wonderful family pets if they are trained properly. However, if you provoke them, they can be quite aggressive and dangerous. These intelligent and alert dogs serve well as guard dogs.

24-28 inches

How much exercise does a Doberman need? As they are a big dog breed with a lot of energy, they will need more than 2 hours of exercise every day, according to the Kennel Club.

Male: 40 – 45 kgAdult

No one knows for certain, but Dobermann is thought to have crossed many breeds to get the Doberman pinscher. Some of the breeds thought to be involved include the rottweiler, German pinscher, Great Dane, German shepherd dog, Manchester terrier, and English greyhound shorthaired shepherd.

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Asthma or Allergies to Dander German shepherds are more likely to develop dry skin than other breeds and are one of the worst dogs to own if you have a dander allergy. Dobermans, huskies and labrador retrievers also shed quite a bit of hair and dander.

While no dog is truly hypoallergenic, some breeds are better than others for allergy sufferers. By taking an allergy test, you can better determine the best dog for you. There are multiple ways to reduce dog allergens, including grooming and keeping a clean home.

22 Best Hypoallergenic Dogs For Allergy Sufferers

• Peruvian Inca Orchid.
• Poodle.
• Portuguese Water Dog.
• Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
• Spanish Water Dog.
• Standard Schnauzer.
• Wire Fox Terrier.
• Xoloitzcuintli.

The Bichon Frise resembles a miniature Poodle with its white color and soft, curly coat. This breed is ideal for people with allergies, as the coat is hypoallergenic to most. Grooming is a must for this breed to prevent any mats, since their hair will continually grow but not shed.