Dobermans on a Diet

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Introduction

I am a person who really likes Dobermans. And I spend my spare time feeding, walking and brushing my doberman’s teeth. She is a great dog, very loyal and super intelligent, but she’s got a few problems that keep me up at night. First, she has a long list of allergies. My doberman is allergic to chicken, eggs, dairy and wheat. Not unlike me, she also has a wheat sensitivity. So when I eat pasta or bread or anything containing gluten she gets so jealous that she barks like crazy…

There are two types of people in the world:

People who really like Dobermans. These people go above and beyond to ensure their dobermans are happy, healthy and well-fed. They spend their spare time feeding, walking and brushing their doberman’s teeth. They also have an Instagram account where they post pictures of themselves with their beloved pets.
People who don’t like Dobermans at all (yet). These folks would rather be reading a book about something else entirely than discussing the latest episode of Game of Thrones with another person who loves dogs as much as they do.

1) People who really like Dobermans and

You are probably a different kind of person than the average dog owner. You’re the kind who likes to be social, athletic, active and enjoy being outdoors. You love your dogs because they are friendly and outgoing; they are always ready to play or go for a walk.

If you like Dobermans, there is a good chance that you will also like other dogs as well as cats and other animals as well! You may even own some yourself!

2) People who don’t like Dobermans at all.

There are plenty of people out there who don’t like Dobermans at all. They may have had a bad experience with one, or they’ve heard horror stories and assume the breed is dangerous and aggressive.

This isn’t true! Just like any other dog breed, we do have some dobermans who are aggressive due to lack of training or improper socialization as puppies. But in my experience, these dogs are rare and can be modified through proper training techniques to become well-adjusted members of society (and not terrorize the neighborhood).

I am a person who really likes Dobermans.

Hi! I am a person who really likes Dobermans.

I have one, named Truffles. She’s a good dog and we love each other very much.

And I spend my spare time feeding, walking and brushing my doberman’s teeth.

I brush my doberman’s teeth every day, but sometimes I have to play it by ear. He really doesn’t like it when he gets his teeth brushed, so I try to be gentle with him and avoid getting his gums sore or irritated. But if you don’t mind being bitten for the sake of dental hygiene, then go ahead and brush away! Just be careful not to use too much force as you don’t want a bleeding mess on your hands (or worse—your dog).

I also make sure that my dog has access to fresh water at all times and that his bed is clean so that he can sleep comfortably while I’m gone during the day. In general though, this daily routine takes me about five minutes total each day which means once he’s been fed and walked—and before going out into town for errands—I can easily complete all three tasks within an hour or so without feeling rushed at all!

She is a great dog, very loyal and super intelligent, but she’s got a few problems that keep me up at night.

She is overweight. When she was a puppy, we had her on an all-natural kibble diet, but it didn’t really work out for her because she became very picky and started to get diarrhea. Then we switched to another grain-free kibble which helped with the diarrhea but didn’t seem to help with getting her weight under control. We tried giving her treats and making sure she gets plenty of exercise (she loves running around in our backyard), but nothing seemed to be helping keep the pounds off!

First, she has a long list of allergies.

As you can tell, Pearl is a sensitive girl. She has a wheat sensitivity, which means that when she eats any kind of food containing wheat (or gluten), it causes inflammation in her body and can cause digestive issues. This is why she is also allergic to chicken and eggs; they both contain gluten as well!

The first thing you should do if you have a doberman with allergies is to eliminate all common allergens from your dog’s diet. This will help control the symptoms of their allergy so they’re not suffering anymore than necessary. If your puppy has been diagnosed with an allergy by your vet, then check out this article on managing food allergies for dogs:

My doberman is allergic to chicken, eggs, dairy and wheat.

This means she has a wheat allergy.

She has a sensitivity to wheat, but is not allergic to it.

Wheat intolerance means you can eat some forms of wheat (like pasta) without getting sick; however you shouldn’t constantly eat a lot of these foods or else your body will become used to them and then stop producing enzymes needed for digestion (similarly with lactose).

Not unlike me, she also has a wheat sensitivity.

If you’re not familiar with the term “wheat sensitivity,” it is simply a form of gluten intolerance. Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that affects the small intestine and can cause many different symptoms depending on which parts of your body are affected by the immune system. Wheat sensitivity is not celiac disease. Less than 1% of people have celiac disease, but about 10% suffer from some form of wheat intolerance—and my little girl happens to be one of those 10%.

It can lead to bloating, weight gain and fatigue—all symptoms that my sweet doggy has been experiencing in recent months. I’m sure there are other health risks associated with this intolerance as well; however, since we didn’t know she had it until recently (thanks again for all your comments!), we haven’t been able to determine what they may be yet!

Whether or not your pup has allergies or sensitivities like mine does will depend on their breed or mixture thereof (aussie/border collie mix here). However if you suspect that your dog has some sort of allergy problem then I strongly recommend visiting with a vet who specializes in canine nutrition so that they can help narrow down exactly what foods might be causing these digestive issues—and how best for YOU both solve them!

So, when I eat pasta or bread or anything containing gluten, she gets so jealous that she barks like crazy.

So, when I eat pasta or bread or anything containing gluten, she gets so jealous that she barks like crazy. She licks her paws for hours on end and doesn’t stop until I turn off the lights and go to sleep. This happens every single time we eat something with gluten in it!

It’s almost impossible to enjoy a meal with her around because of this little quirk of hers. We’ve tried having someone else feed her before we start eating so that she won’t get as jealous, but no matter what we do she ends up getting upset about it eventually.

I think there’s a lesson to be learned here: if you have a dog who reacts badly to certain foods then maybe don’t keep those foods on hand at all times if possible? Or at least prepare them away from the dog’s sightline so he can’t see/smell them being prepared or eaten by other people (especially if they’re more delicious than your own food).

She then proceeds to lick her paws incessantly for hours on end.

If your dog licks her paws for hours on end, it could be a sign of anxiety. But it’s also possible that she has allergies or some sort of skin condition that causes itching and discomfort. In these cases, antihistamines can help to alleviate the symptoms.

However, if your dog is licking her paws simply because she feels like doing so—a habit that may have started when she was bored or didn’t get enough exercise—you should take this as an opportunity to introduce more excitement into her life. Take her out for walks more often so she can interact with other dogs and people in the neighborhood (and hopefully stop licking!)

Second, she has been overweight for most of her life and it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere soon.

If you suspect your Doberman is overweight, here are some tips on how to tell and what you can do about it:

You should have a good sense of how much your dog weighs. If she’s a puppy and has just had her first check-up visit with the vet, ask her office if they can provide an estimate of how much weight she needs to gain. Alternatively, if she’s an adult with no history of being overweight (or underweight), then use this as a baseline for her body condition score by using our guide here.*
Look at her overall appearance: Does she look stocky? Is there fat around her belly? A lot of muscle mass can cover up extra pounds but in combination with other factors below will probably mean that something is amiss.* Assess how energetic or lazy she acts throughout each day. If she seems less enthusiastic than usual when it comes time for walks or playtime and doesn’t seem like herself overall, this could be an indication that something may be wrong.* Examine the gait of your Doberman: Does he waddle more than usual when walking? Do his hips seem out-of-place in any way? These kinds of things could indicate joint problems caused by too much pressure being placed on them due to excess weight which leads us right into our next section!

She eats the same amount of dog food each day as the rest of the pack–a carefully measured cup–but somehow manages to gain weight.

The key to a healthy doberman diet is making sure your dog has enough exercise. If she doesn’t get enough exercise, she will not be able to burn off the calories in her food and may gain weight.

Exercise guidelines are: 1 hour of exercise per 20 pounds of body weight per week. For example, a 50lb doberman would need at least 5 hours of vigorous activity per week (at least 2 hours on most days).

An easy way to measure how much food your doberman needs is by using measuring cups! A cup equals 1/8th of a pound, so if you want your Doberman to weigh 60lbs then you’ll feed her about 4 cups (4/8ths) each day for one month.

Third, she seems to have some slight neuroses stemming from her youth as an abandoned stray in Bulgaria.

Third, she seems to have some slight neuroses stemming from her youth as an abandoned stray in Bulgaria. She’s a little nervous around new people and new dogs, and she tends to be afraid of loud noises. Luckily for you, most of these issues can be managed with some training (and maybe a few treats).

She has separation anxiety that surfaces when she’s left alone for too long at home. If you’re gone for more than a couple hours, prepare yourself for the worst: she might chew through your shoes or tear apart your couch cushions looking for attention. It’s not her fault; it’s just what dobermans do when they’re bored and lonely!

Additionally—and this one is totally unrelated—there is also something about being left alone in the dark that really stresses her out too (probably because it reminds her of being abandoned by humans as an orphaned pup).

Conclusion

A doberman is a great dog, and with the right care, they can live long, happy lives. I know some people who have had their Doberman for ten years or more! However, after reading this blog post, I hope you will understand why it’s important to take good care of your doberman. If you don’t know where to start with your dog’s diet or training program then please go here