Light ear posting method – tape crown

Light ear posting method - tape crown

Read my previous article – an overview on how to post cropped ears that describes different ear posting methods. I got this light ear posting method from my friend in Poland. Her puppy has a European show crop. This method uses only tape to shape the ears. I like this method because it is very… Continue reading Light ear posting method – tape crown

American vs European Doberman

American vs European Doberman

Being originally from Europe, there was the one and the only Doberman type that I knew – a strong athletic dog, with exceptional loyalty to his master, and superior protection ability. After moving to the US, I was surprised to learn that there is a difference between American vs European Doberman. Back in the days… Continue reading American vs European Doberman

How to change spoon splint for dogs

How to change spoon splint for dogs? My little Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix injured his front leg. He must have been in pain for a couple of days until we figured out there is something wrong with him. He stopped eating and drinking and his limp got a lot worse.

How to measure blood pressure in dogs at home

How to measure blood pressure in dogs

How to measure blood pressure in dogs at home? Blood pressure in dogs is often overlooked. Dobermans are one of a few breeds that should be monitored for high blood pressure. I spent a few hundred dollars on blood pressure tests at vet clinics before realized I can do it home for fraction of the… Continue reading How to measure blood pressure in dogs at home

Importing a dog from Europe

Importing a dog from Europe

I’ve posted a series of articles about my first experience of importing a dog from Europe to the US. Below are the links to the articles in chronological order: How to find a breeder in Europe? This article describes the steps I took when searching for a reputable European Doberman breeder in Europe. Doberman puppy… Continue reading Importing a dog from Europe

Doberman and child

ARMANI CODE z Padoku

A question about doberman and child. How would a doberman behave with a teenager that visits a divorced parent? Q: I am retired military with a lot of time on my hands. I have owned other breeds before, but never a Dobie. I have been thinking about purchasing a Doberman, but do have one concern.… Continue reading Doberman and child

Importing a dog from Europe: dog airline travel accessories and information

Secured dog travel crate

Importing a dog from Europe – part 6. Dog airline travel accessories and information. To learn more about my experience traveling with dogs internationally – read my articles from “Importing” section. Here is a list of dog airline travel accessories and information I used for my trip from Poland to California in 2013: an article… Continue reading Importing a dog from Europe: dog airline travel accessories and information

Importing a dog: cost to ship a dog from Europe

Greta z Padoku and her puppy

Importing a dog from Europe – part 5. Cost to ship a dog from Europe. I have 2 imported from Poland dobermans. I flew to Poland to pick up my first puppy in August 2013. My second puppy was shipped from Poland to California in May 2014. Both of the methods have its pros and… Continue reading Importing a dog: cost to ship a dog from Europe

Importing a dog: airports and dogs

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport - only available dog release area

Importing a dog from Europe – part 4. Airports and dogs. Read the previous post about importing a dog from Europe: part 3 – Importing a dog: mistakes to avoid when traveling with dogs internationally. I was flying with a 3 months old puppy from Poland to California with a connection in Paris, France. It… Continue reading Importing a dog: airports and dogs

Importing a dog: mistakes to avoid when traveling with dogs internationally

Traveling with dogs internationally

Importing a dog from Europe – part 3. Mistakes to avoid when traveling with dogs internationally. Read my previous posts about importing a dog from Europe: part 2 – Doberman puppy cost; part 1 – how to find a breeder in Europe. Traveling with a dog might seem complicated, especially if you going or the… Continue reading Importing a dog: mistakes to avoid when traveling with dogs internationally