Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids,
Not good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Drey is a young neutered male Doberman who turned 2 on August 15, 2024. Drey is a handsome black/rust boy with cropped ears and a docked tail.
Drey is a lover of life and if he had his way he'd want to sniff his way all around, frolicking and exploring new areas as well as familiar ones; meeting lots of people along the way and all at the same time having a supportive family by his side giving him lots of love, affection, and support. He does very well in the car. Drey takes multiple walks a day, mostly working on loose leash walking, but also for pure fun...and lots of sniffing!
Drey finds human companionship and human contact comforting. Training has been a fun way to engage Drey and also tire him out. Cues he's been working on include "come", "(lay) down", "wait/release", "stay", "paws up", "touch", "leave it", and "look at me". In addition to learning "place", he's also learning many calming exercises. As Drey's "working consistently on obedience training" just started at the beginning of August, adopters will need to be willing to work with Drey on consistency to ensure his forward progress. Drey is currently taking a Basic Skills class to help him work on his basic skills in a controlled yet higher level of distractions environment. In addition, he's continuing to work on good leash walking and maintaining self-control when other dogs are around. Drey is now able to stay in a crate for two 3-4 hour sessions per day with a lunch break in between. He has free roam at night and most often sleeps on his dog bed in the living room.
Drey is still working on his manners around other dogs. Adopters looking for a playmate companion for their family dog may be considered on a case by case basis, provided that the other dog matches his overall size, energy, and play style. Because Drey is squirrel reactive, it is unlikely he would do well with a family cat. Due to his current young-dog mannerisms, an adult only household or a household with children 16 or older is recommended. Households with children 12 or older and with Doberman experience may be considered on a case by case basis.
Adoptive homes must have a fenced yard as Drey's a dog that needs to stretch his legs and play. Home and back yard play is not sufficient for Drey. Because he is a young active dog, adopters must be willing to provide multiple enrichment sessions a day whether it be walking, training, or outings that are at the right pace yet not too overwhelming.
Drey was given up by his former home because he was too much for them. Drey is such an incredible dog and he deserves a home that meets his needs. In his foster home Drey is receiving 2 out and about adventures per day to provide mental stimulation, exercise, training (his new walking cues are "stop" and "turn!") and socialization. Starting with low stimulus (and squirrel free!) areas such as parking lots and parks without other people or dogs Drey has progressed to adventures at Tractor Supply, Co. Lowe's, watching kids play at a splash park, and even a baseball game!
Drey will do best in a home that enjoys outdoor activities and also the fun, interaction, and rewards of training. And time for cuddles, kisses, and caresses! Adopters having young Doberman experience is helpful, but not mandatory. Drey is being fostered in Maryland.
DAR&E adopts to MD, VA, DC, DE, eastern parts of WV and southern parts of PA. Please check with other Doberman rescues in areas not listed.
