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Available Dobermans from Hand Me Down Dobes

Danzel

Meet Danzel!

Danzel is a tall 3-year-old black and rust doberboy with natural ears and an athletic build. His foster mom describes him as a good dog with adolescent energy and an enthusiastic, easily excited nature, so he will do best in a home that provides him with plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. He has good manners in the home although temptation in the kitchen can lead to food magically disappearing from counters. He is crate trained and willingly goes in when a bit of cheese is tossed inside. Danzel is a smart boy who is highly food motivated so he will be a pro in training classes! At night he sleeps nicely on his dog bed on the floor next to his foster parents. He’s a blanket fluffer and enjoys a bed with rolled sides or pillows so he can snuggle in.

Danzel is a sweet and cuddly momma’s boy who can be a bit hesitant around some men. He will be your loyal lapdog and constant shadow as he craves attention, closeness, and wants to be a part of everything that goes on in the house. He is not a confident boy and at times has some nervous energy, so new owners will need to help him understand what is expected of him. He gets along nicely with the female Dobe in his foster home but she does not always appreciate his redirection of excitement, so he will do best with a comparably sized female canine companion that will tolerate his youthful energy. No small dogs or cats, please. He loves to spend time outside and will need a safe yard to romp around and chase critters. He can get overly excited and mouthy in the yard so no children with this goofball. Danzel is not a starter dog and will do best with owners who provide him with calm, clear, firmly consistent expectations. Interested in Danzel? Fill out your online application at hmdd.org today! If you are already approved with us, please email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org

Maisey

Maisey is a beautiful 8-month-old blue Dobergirl with natural ears. As a sweet and affectionate girl, she needs patient owners who can provide guidance and support. A home experienced in caring for Doberman puppies is essential for Maisey. No small dogs or cats – please. Maisey will flourish in a home with older children with minimal visitors and a comparable sized playmate. She demonstrates excellent walking skills with a front clip harness and is potty trained. Continued crate training is necessary, although she sleeps soundly on a dog bed beside her foster mom. To ensure her emotional well-being, ongoing socialization efforts are required. Maintaining a tidy environment is crucial, as she tends to destroy blankets, shoes and stuffed animals. A physical fence is necessary to ensure her safety. 

Interested in Maisey? Please fill out your online application today! If you are already approved with us, email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org

 

Ripley

Meet Ripley, a lovable 2-year-old black and rust, cropped female with a slim, sleek, and petite build. Don’t let this pixie princess fool you, as she has boundless energy, evident from her 3-mile run with her foster mom without fatigue. She doesn’t enjoy ball or frisbee retrieval, so other activities are necessary to expend her puppy energy. She would excel in a home with a playmate who matches her energy level.

Ripley walks nicely on a leash using a harness. However, she will require continued training to address her leash reactivity while out and about, when encountering new people and dogs. Don’t even think about leaving your shoes, socks, or anything destructible within her mischievous grasp. Ripley is crate trained but she has a hidden talent for destroying beds and blankets. She’s a social butterfly around visitors in the home but can be skittish at times. Her moderate prey drive indicates potential compatibility with cats, but we do not recommend her for households with small children. A fenced yard is a requirement.

Interested in Ripley? Please fill out your online application today! If you are already approved with us, email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org

Bodie

Bodie is a 1-year-old red male with natural ears and a docked tail. He’s extremely intelligent and loves to learn. He needs to be kept mentally and physically active and stimulated. When Bodie gets bored, he finds creative ways to entertain himself, which may sometimes get him into trouble. He requires constant supervision when free-roaming, as he tends to make poor decisions, such as shredding items rapidly and attempting to consume them. Bodie’s crate trained, but don’t expect to give him a five-star hotel treatment – no bed or blanket for this pup!

Bodie exhibits the eagerness of a curious young professional. If he possessed hands, he would be an indispensable household assistant, diligently completing every task to ensure the happiness and companionship of his family. He would be the one repositioning furniture to retrieve his trapped ball, repairing leaky faucets, and carrying out renovations. His motto, “what’s happening and how can I help”.

As a confident, robust youngster, he possesses considerable strength, yet he remains unaware of his physical capabilities, resulting in a lack of gentleness. Bodie is not suitable for a home with small children, small dogs or cats. He would do well as an only dog or with a comparable sized playmate. A fence is required. 

Interested in Bodie? Please fill out your online application today! If you are already approved with us, email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org.

Coal

Meet Coal

Coal is a captivating all-natural melanistic 16-week-old puppy. He exhibits an easy-going temperament with typical energy for his age. Coal possesses a sensitive side and is very eager to please. He is friendly with everyone he meets. Although he coexists well with the older tolerant male and female Dobermans in the home, he’s shown a more dominant side with his playmates. He would do well as an only dog, if his needs can be met or with a female playmate who would be tolerant of his puppy antics. 

As with all of our puppies, Coal will need a fenced yard, where he can run and play. Providing him with calm, firm, consistent guidance as they mature so he can develop into confident, well-adjusted adult. Coal is crate-trained, but due to his young age, he cannot be left in the crate for extended periods of time. 

If you’re an experienced Doberman owner seeking a loyal companion, fill out your application today. If you are already approved with us, email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org.

Stryder

Meet Stryder, a 1 year old black and rust male with cropped ears, athletic build, and impressive intelligence. He exhibits a strong working breed temperament: affectionate, intelligent, and vigilant. Protective of the home and yard, Stryder alerts to external presence and visitors. He needs continued work with socialization. 

A physical fence is necessary due to his age and energy level. He’s crate trained and enjoys walks and walks well using a gentle leader. Patience, guidance, reassurance, and treats help to ease car anxiety. 

Possibly compatible with a tolerant, comparable-sized companion, he is unsuitable for cats. Regular exercise, mental challenges, and chew bones are essential. Stryder is not a starter dog. He will thrive in a Doberman or working breed experienced, highly structured, adults-only home that provides him with ample opportunities to use his intelligence as well as his need to burn energy.

Interested in Stryder? Please fill out your online application today! If you are already approved with us, email us at HandMeDownDobes@hmdd.org

Hand Me Down Dobes is the oldest and largest purebred Doberman rescue in Ohio. Since 1994 our mission has remained the same - to rescue, rehabilitate and place Dobes into loving, forever homes.

We follow the Doberman Pinscher Club of America’s Code of Ethics. For more information visit the DPCA at www.dpca.org.

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