Mystikos Dobermans

09/29/2024

Good morning 🥰

09/20/2024

Remi got to stop by and the food was amazing if you’re ever in the area check it out 🥰

09/08/2024

Baby Remi after her grooming appointment from our favorite mobile groomer “The Knotty Dog”

09/03/2024

Lets Talk About Structure

The Withers with Narelle Hammond

The term "withers" originates from equine anatomy, referring to the region along the top of the shoulder blades, which is closely associated with shoulder placement.

This area is situated just behind the neck at the junction where the neck meets the back. In most dog breeds, well-defined withers are preferred, although the significance of this feature can vary among different breeds.

When observing a dog from the side, the withers should typically be higher than the midpoint of the back, except in certain breeds like the Old English Sheepdog, where this may not apply.

The height of the withers is assessed by comparing the elevation of the shoulder blades to the dorsal spines of the vertebrae. This measurement is taken at the highest point of the withers, specifically above the second to fourth thoracic vertebrae.

The classification of withers can be categorized into three types: high, level, and low. High withers are characterized by shoulder blades that rise above the dorsal spines, promoting tighter musculature and more efficient movement in the forequarters. In contrast, level withers align with the dorsal spines, allowing for greater shoulder mobility.

Low or flat withers occur when the shoulder blades sit below the dorsal spines, resulting in increased laxity during movement, which can lead to instability in the forequarters. This anatomical feature is crucial for a dog's overall movement and performance.

Adequate space between the withers is essential for facilitating proper shoulder function and ensuring that the dog can move freely and efficiently without compromising its gait or stability.

Finish this sentence….
When there isn't sufficient gap between the shoulder blades...

08/24/2024

"The Four Key Elements" ( Of Movement)
By Narelle Hammond and Louis Donald

The fundamental aspects of canine movement hinge on four key elements: the mechanics of vector thrust during a trot and the critical role of balance.
Achieving balance in all directions is essential for a dog to move efficiently, allowing it to glide effortlessly over the terrain for extended periods. This smooth, fluid motion stands in stark contrast to a heavy, labored shuffle that lacks endurance. When a dog is balanced, it can maintain a low profile while traversing the ground, making the act of running appear almost weightless.
Thrust is primarily produced by the dog's hindquarters, with the forequarters playing a secondary role. The effectiveness of this thrust is influenced by the length and proportion of the dog's skeletal structure.
A longer pelvis can contribute to a broader and more muscular upper thigh, which is vital for generating power. However, achieving the right balance and moderation in the lengths of various skeletal components is crucial. Stability in the hind limbs is particularly important, as it allows for a strong foundation from which the dog can propel itself forward.
During a trot, the dynamics of braking and propulsion come into play, with the forelimbs providing a net braking force while the hind limbs generate propulsion.
For a dog to maintain a steady speed, the forces of braking and propulsion must be equal. As the dog lands on its forward step, the braking action from the forelimbs slows it down, similar to how a human runner alternates between acceleration and deceleration.
On flat surfaces, the braking force is predominantly exerted by the forelimbs, while the hind limbs contribute more to thrust, typically in a ratio of about 60% braking to 40% propulsion. Additionally, the dog's weight, influenced by gravity, becomes more pronounced when it is not fully grounded, further affecting its movement dynamics.
Reference Louis Donald

08/15/2024

Amazing photo at SNHWDC training … Thank you Dee

08/14/2024

Remi & Ginger after training last night …. Photos by Paige 💕

08/12/2024

❤️Remi’s Sire Sami got the best kind of email!❤️

Thank you to the Doberman Pinscher Club of America for honoring our elders ❤️

08/11/2024

08/11/2024

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08/10/2024

Remi … get down and stop protesting 🤣🤣🤣

08/04/2024

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07/30/2024

Read and then read again…..
I heard a saying this morning: If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.

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Forget declining show numbers that folks attribute to mean girls behaving badly, let’s talk about the image problem purebred dogs currently face; most of us in SuburbiaLand can’t throw a rock without hitting a multi-thousand dollar Poodle mutt of some variety. Sure, the dogs themselves are genetic messes without health testing, the coats the stuff of groomers’ nightmares, and the hodgepodge of mediocre, subpar purebred dogs with questionable appropriate temperaments producing dogs will keep trainers in business for years.

All of those tangibles aside, what you don’t get is a breeder relationship. You lose those mentors, the folks who can say, “Yes! Her grandmother did the SAME THING at that age, and here’s what I did…” the folks who will take a call in the middle of the night and either send you to the emergency vet, or assuage your anxiety. The people who will clap the loudest for your successes and stand by you during challenges. Your go-to for suggestions on diets, training and countless hours of therapy. These, friends, are what we provide as reputable breeders: the intangibles, the mentorship, the family.

So when “reputable breeders” fail to provide the above intangibles, or worse, fail to stand behind their puppies, not only is that adjective ‘reputable’ struck from the title, there is nothing these puppy people are now getting that couldn’t be acquired from a BYB.

I have been nothing short of appalled at actions, or more specifically lack of actions by “reputable” breeders in my own breed and other breeds with personal friends. These friends’ homes are not only PROVEN show homes, they are wonderful dog homes and, more importantly, lovely humans.

And while I’m grateful these friends have myself and others to confirm their respective breeders are indeed gaslighting them, in ALL cases, it has left my friends questioning if they want to continue in their respective breeds.

Reread that last sentence and let that sink in.

How quickly fast individuals forget The Fancy’s interconnectedness, and when breeders have lapses in ethics, we all suffer. Anyone can put two dogs together and create a pet, but what reputable preservation breeders can offer outside of biology are the things that separates us from the Poodle mutt breeders/BYBs.

Friends, not only do I want my beloved Dobermans to go far, I want purebred dogs to be our ultra-ultra ULTRA marathoners, and if this is to happen, we must go together.
Let’s collectively be better.
Who is with me?
~ Erin Cody ~

07/20/2024

Bloodwork check … can u say perfect!! Leyna is 9 years young 💕💕💕