About this guide

Who we are

This guide is written by Owego Dobermans, owned by Rick and Weenie O'Neil in Punta Gorda, Florida. Rick has been breeding and training Dobermans since the 1990s, and the Florida program began in 2019. The photos on this site are of Owego's own dogs and puppies, many in their family homes.

Why we wrote it

Buyers ask us the same good questions every week: what a fair price is, how to spot a scam, whether to crop ears, which colors to avoid. We wanted one place with honest, straightforward answers, including the parts that don't flatter breeders.

How we research

We base health and breed information on the Doberman Pinscher Club of America, the American Kennel Club, veterinary organizations and published research, and link to them on each page. When Owego is used as an example, we say so. This guide isn't veterinary advice; please talk with your vet about your own dog.

A note on bias

We're a breeder, so we have a point of view. We've tried to write these guides so they're useful whether or not you ever buy a puppy from us, and we don't recommend any other breeder or marketplace.

Contact

Owego Dobermans
Punta Gorda, Florida
Phone: 941-979-0270
Email: rick@owegodobermans.com
Website: owegodobermans.com