From the ArcaMax Publishing, Cats & Dogs Newsletter:
http://www.arcamax.com/news/catsanddogs/s-177143-254435
Among the most common of pet breeds, the Doberman Pinscher is well
known as an intelligent, alert, and loyal companion dog. First bred in
Germany around 1890 by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, his goal was to
breed a dog that would be the perfect combination of strength,
loyalty, intelligence, and ferocity. Most would consider his
experiment a success.
Due to its intelligence, loyalty, and ability to physically challenge
human aggressors, they were once commonly used in police work and in
the military, though less so today. Doberman Pinschers are, in
general, a gentle, loyal, loving, and highly intelligent breed.
Although temperaments vary, a typical pet attacks only if it believes
that its family's in danger and they are involved bite-related
incidents considerably less than many other breeds.
The modern Doberman Pinscher is well known as a loyal and devoted
family member.