Doberman Rescue of Arizona

To Julie Price Barnhill
and
Valley of the Sun Giant Schnauzer Rescue, and to Dr. Suzanne Higgins and the staff at Deer Creek Animal Hospital, Phoenix, our thanks forever for giving birth to DHDR.

Also, thanks forever to
many Dobie lovers, breeders, trainers, and rescuers here and abroad for critical funding and assistance along the way. You know who you are!

Thanks to Eddie Callaway for early website help, and to Greg Brady for terrific graphic design.

Special thanks to Headwebmaster.com for terrific complimentary website development and technical assistance.

Dobie Blessings to you all!

Need a Pet or Home Sitter?

We are happy to recommend Cher Lindsey, LMT, at K9 Care & Pampering
602-647-2270

Dog Walking
Playtime
Ear and Teeth Cleaning
Custom Meals Cooked for your Dog's Particular Dietary Needs
Hot Oil Massage
Brushing
Sponge Bath with Conditioner (no soaps)
Transport
Vet Visits
Security Checks
House Sitting

For Your Spa and Theirs

Welcome!

Before

After

Rescue Matters!

Desert Harbor Doberman Rescue isn't just about saving desperate dogs. We're about giving you and our dogs whole lifetimes of unconditional love!

Doberman Pinchers are the noblest dogs on earth. That�s why we exist. Today�s Dobie is smart, fearless, sensitive, loving, watchful, loyal, and dependable. Elegantly beautiful with superior athletic ability and a big sense of humor, your Dobie will give its life to save yours. Fortunately, its famed protective instinct is grounded in legendary good judgment and a truly sweet, playful, and loving temperament.

While it�s true that the often opinionated Dobie isn�t for everyone, it's an excellent family companion for those who know the breed or really want to learn about it. We want to help you!

Who we are. We are an all-volunteer, family-based rescue located in central Phoenix, AZ. We don't operate for profit and we do not make a profit.

DHDR was founded by a proud member of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America. We adhere both to standard good rescue practices and customary good business practices.

Mission. Founded on January 6, 2009, our mission is to rescue placeable purebred Doberman Pinschers in Arizona, evaluate and treat them, and place them in suitable, qualified, and loving forever homes, and to educate the public about this breed and living with a dog.

Our priorities. Our first priority is placeable (fundamentally sound) dogs who are at high risk of death or abuse, dogs on shelter "kill" lists, strays, or foundlings. After that, as resources permit, we accept owner surrenders whose owners are willing to help with the cost of a mandatory veterinary intake exam and spay or neuter.

How we can help. For every dog that's rescued, ten others will die. We strive to ensure that the dogs we save are fundamentally sound, stable, and loving Dobermans worth that sacrifice. Let us help you find your Dobe.

What do we do? First, we screen our dogs for health, temperament, and history. Second, we give each dog an intake medical evaluation, including a physical exam and hematology and clinical chemistry panels for organ function, anemia, and other baseline checks. Third, we also test for Valley fever, tick fever, and heartworm. And fourth, we check for parasites, ova, and giardia. Finally, we work closely with you to find the right dog for your home and your lifestyle. For a happy-ever-after partnership, your Dobie will expect you to be loving, informed, alert, and consistent, and always a patient, kind, respectful, and responsible Dober dad or mom. If you qualify, please contact us.

For more about Dobies, how to adopt a Dobie and how to volunteer and support us, we invite you to browse these pages. If you have questions, we want you to contact us (please be sure to leave your name and phone number or we can't respond).

Thanks for supporting Doberman rescue!

Disclosure: We plan to file for nonprofit status the summer of 2010. However, currently we are not an IRS-501c3 nonprofit organization. This means that, although every dime we receive goes to pay legitimate rescue expenses, your contributions are not tax deductible at this time. While we await our own 501c3 status, we proudly operate under the auspices of one of the most respected 501c3 breed rescues in AZ, Valley of the Sun Giant Schnauzer Rescue.

Please Give Generously

We can save their lives only if you help.

Please. We truly need you. Remember, it all goes to the dogs.

Desert Harbor

Doberman Rescue of AZ

PO Box 97425

Phoenix, AZ 85060

We don't use PayPal because we want 100% of your contribution to go to the dogs!

Adoptable of the Month

Reggie

Email us at azdoberescue@gmail.com for more information on this good-looking, fun-loving Dober lad!

Our Thanks

To Sponsoring Veterinarian Enrique Cruz, DVM, and
the staff at
Camelback Animal Hospital
4730 E. Indian School Road, Ste 125
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602-840-7221

For Fun

Dukester, the iconic Dober Goof
Photo courtesy of his dad, Ron Robertson

3 Dobes Blog

For Savvy

Breed Standard

Doberman Versatility

Judging Doberman Temperament

Albino, cream, or white Dobermans

Canine Calming Signals

Puppy Training

Volhard Puppy Temperament Test

von Willebrand's Disease