Owning Two Dobermans - Good Idea or Bad Idea?

Many people consider getting a second Doberman so their dog has a companion, an outlet for all their energy, or even for added home security. But should you really get a second Doberman? Well, I recently had this discussion with my wife and in this video, you'll be finding out if you can expect to see a SECOND Doberman here at Doberman Planet! Plus, I'll be running through all the pros and cons of owning two Dobermans at the same time and if it might be the right move for you. I'll also go over two of the most common traps that owners fall into when getting their second Doberman and what the "ideal" situation is for bringing in a second Dobie to your family. ➡️ Try Ollie's amazing, fresh, human-grade dog food here (Affiliate Link): https://www.dobermanplanet.com/freshfood ➡️ Use coupon code "DOBERMANPLANET" for 60% off your first box of fresh food! As most Doberman owners know all too well, not every dog product works well for this unique breed. That's why I maintain a list of the best products I've found so far for Dobermans. Recommended Doberman toys: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... Recommended Doberman puppy must-haves: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... Recommended Doberman foods and treats: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... Recommended Doberman walking and hiking gear: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... Recommended Doberman hygiene products: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... Recommended Doberman high-tech gear: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/recomm... When you're ready to decide if owning a Doberman is right for you, make sure you check out: https://www.DobermanPlanet.com Follow Doberman Planet! Facebook: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/facebook Instagram: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/instagram TikTok: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/tiktok Pinterest: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/pinterest E-mail Newsletter: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/newsle... #doberman #dobermanlife #dobermann #dobermanpinscher #dobermanplanet --------------------------- In This Episode: --------------------------- 00:00 - Asking the Wife About Getting a Second Doberman 00:56 - What We'll Be Covering in This Video 01:26 - The Pros of Having Two Dobermans 01:31 - Meeting Exercise Requirements 01:57 - Mental Stimulation 02:27 - Protection 02:59 - Early Training 03:34 - Less Trauma 04:06 - More to Love 04:26 - The Cons of Having Two Dobermans 04:52 - Increased Cost 05:20 - Conflicts Between the Dogs 05:47 - Divided Attention 06:41 - Taking Vacations 07:09 - Mess and Hair to Clean 07:37 - Getting Two Dobermans of the Same Sex 08:57 - Getting Two Dobermans of the Same Age (or Litter) 10:40 - The Ideal Way to Do This 11:33 - Will I Be Getting a Second Doberman? 12:06 - An Upbeat Outtro -------------- SOURCES -------------- Same-sex pairs make up 79% of household aggression cases between dogs: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21401... More female dogs initiate household aggression incidents and fights between them are more severe: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science... -------------- DISCLAIMER -------------- Doberman Planet specializes in the Doberman breed. We have significant knowledge of this breed and provide insight into the breed as a whole, but not on the individual dog. Individual dogs and circumstances vary, and therefore your experience may be different. We are not veterinarians, canine nutritionists, or behaviorists. Always consult with a qualified veterinarian, canine nutritionist, or other professional before making any decisions regarding the care, health, or diet of your dog. We often rely on the research, studies, and publications of experts while presenting certain related topics outside our field of expertise. This video presents the personal opinions and experiences of those seen speaking and may contain partial, anecdotal, or incomplete information. Their opinions do not necessarily represent those of Doberman Planet, its owners, employees, contractors, partners, affiliates, or other people or organizations associated with us. Watching this video does not supersede your responsibilities of doing your own research and due diligence. Use of this video or the information contained within is additionally subject to the terms listed here: https://www.dobermanplanet.com/terms-... Doberman Planet LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. We also participate in affiliate programs for ShareASale and other sites. Doberman Planet is compensated for referring traffic and business to these companies. © 2021 DOBERMAN PLANET LLC