Who do you have crop your dogs ears?

Dr. Anne Midgarden in Wapakoneta, OH.​ 

How Do I "post" my dogs ears?

There are many ways to post ears. Here are several options.​

Zip Tie Method​

Quick Brace Method

How long do I post the ears?​

Every dog is different. The length of time is dependent on length of the ears, genetics, consistency, diet, and age. ​Can range from 4 weeks to over a year. Consistency is key here!

Should I crate train my dog?​

This is a personal choice but we recommend using this method for house training.  Example - ​Crate Training

Can I meet the Sire and Dam?​

Not always. Outside studs aren't housed on site, and many breedings occur with guardian dogs in the program who go back to their families once the pups are weaned. 

If I get two puppies at one time, do I get a discounted price?​

Under most circumstances, two puppies from the same litter would not be advised due to littermate syndrome.​ Littermate syndrome is when two puppies from the same litter or of the same age are raised in the same home and develop a bond with each other. This early bond to one another can cause dog on dog aggression in the future and prevent the puppies from bonding to you.​

What type of food do you feed?​

As long as the food you choose is NOT grain-free and rates at least a 4/5 stars on www.dogfoodadvisor.com, there are many good choices. Currently Van Dutches Dobermans is using Life's Abundance All Life Stages. ​​

Do you have a contract?​

Yes. See attached.​ By purchasing a VDD pup, you are agreeing to these terms. 

What do you do with retired breeding dogs?

We do place retired breeding dogs in new homes. Please let us know if you are interested in a retired dog.  ​

Do you stud out your males?

Yes. Please see the bottom of our "Sires" page for an example of our contract. ​