Is a Doberman right for you?

01

On a typical weekday, how many hours will the dog be alone?

Less than 2 — someone is usually homeAbout 3–5 hours6–8 hours, with a midday break8+ hours regularly

02

90+ minutes, mixed physical and mentalAbout an hour30 minutes most daysA short walk if the weather is good

03

I've trained a working breed beforeI've raised a dog through obedience classI've had a dog but didn't formally trainFirst dog

04

None, or teenagersSchool-age, supervised carefullyToddlers, with a strong management planBabies / unsupervised young children

05

House with a secure yardHouse without a yard, near parksApartment, willing to walk in any weatherFrequent moves or short-term housing

06

$6,000+$3,500–6,000$2,000–3,500Under $2,000

07

That's the dreamEndearing, mostlyTolerableI want an independent dog

08

Rarely, or the dog comes with meMonthly, with a trusted sitterSeveral times a monthFrequent business travel

09

Insurance plus a savings bufferSavings bufferI'll figure it out if it comes upTight monthly budget already

10

Temperament, intelligence, partnershipI've known a great oneProtection / appearanceI haven't really decided yet