I have had Dobermanns my whole life (ish, since I was about 6 i think) and love them.

Everyone thinks their breed of dog is the best (naturally) but I do love this breed. I've had a Rottweiler, German Sheperd, Russell (of the jack kind hah) and a Boxer before but would choose a Dobe over all.

Had 13 at one time when our Missy had pups. Now though we only have our oldest bitch who is 13 years old. She just keeps on going :D

She is kind of "humanised" now however. She eats nothing but shreddies for breakfast, and whines until you make her a cup of tea! All the while sitting on the step at the bottom of the stairs giving you filthy looks if you try and get past her.