RODOGARDS DOBERMANNS INDIA!!! G-LITTER NEW PICS @ 80 days.

[Dr.ROBY.ALEX.GEORGE]

hello to all.. here r the final four g-11s at 80 days. i had to make a decision regarding which female to retain for myselves.i am deciding(decided almost) on TURQYUSA(FILE NAME ON PIC).am i on the right path.any suggestions/opinions?..bye..dr.george(roby)

[Elaine]

You have a tough decision... I like them both (and as most people have figured out, I am reluctant to let my kids go :p), I would keep them longer. You seem to want to decide now, so here are my thoughts:

If pushed to make a choice, I agree with you and would choose the bitch on the lower left. BUT... I wish I was there to see and feel each of them in person. Some of the differences I see are a reflection of the handling and the photo. So, put a bit of bait in front of their nose, something interesting, but nothing too enticing, maybe cheese, not liver, take you hand off of their tails and send another photo of each girl. :) And show us a few of the out takes. Your puppies are well trained and they are doing what you ask of them. The photos are good, but also watch them as they stand on their own a bit, that may help you decide.

I do not think you will go wrong with your choice, but I would keep the other bitch close if that were possible. One consideration that might tip the scale is the answer to this question, "What are your goals for the bitch?" Do you want her for a breeding animal or a show dog or both? A show dog should sparkle… so the dog’s temperament would be an important consideration, that may tip the scale for you. Another thing, I really like a dog that carries weight and muscle well… i.e., that is packed like a sausage… if you can visualize that. When you put your hands on them, do you feel any difference in tone and muscle mass. Also, how do they carry themselves. I do not worry a whole lot about exact footfall, but I like a dog that has self carriage, that holds his topline, come under himself and is balanced. And I like to see tight elbows... and good upper arm attachment. Also, what is their lay-on like? I like a really smooth shoulder assembly... like we see in Eddie, Dagger, Monty and even Thunder offspring. I can not see shoulder lay-on in your photos... but you can see and feel it because you are there in person. Good shoulder lay-on is solid GOLD in a breeding line.

In our experience a really angulated dog is going to go through stages… and proper exercise is key, you will have more leeway with a less angulated dog. For example, there is a marked difference in exercise requirements between Lil Clare and Warkant to keep both in optimum condition. Lil Claire requires very little exercise to stay in shape; Warkant went through phases and would have been a mess if we had ever let him get flabby and out of shape. As he nears two years of age, he is absolutely rock hard and superbly well muscled and toned, because we watched his development every stop of the way. Your bitches both seem to favor Warkant.

One last thought.. you did this breeding for a reason… you had certain goals in mind. Choose the bitch that most closely fulfills your goals for the breeding.

[Dr.ROBY.ALEX.GEORGE]

hello elaine,thanx very much for your detailed comments.that was a real nice and informative tuition that helped and will help me in undertanding our favourite breed more thouroughly. . i will post some pics for u to see them in detail. thanx very much..regards...dr.george(roby):)

[doberdogsfd]

For what it is worth, I like the puppy on the left quite a bit.
What is the movement like when they are free and setting themselves up?
Who catches your eye and won't let you look away......she is calling to you and a show dog has to have that certian sparkle as Elaine said.

Movement is big for me, I have to see good movement or I take a pass.

Tough choice my friend!
Cheryl