🐾 It's #TrainingTuesday 🐾 and today, we’re spotlighting one of our wonderful adopters and her talented girl, Ethel (formerly Ziva)!

Doberman Underground requires all adopters to enroll their new dog in a training class with a professional trainer within two months of adoption. While some applicants may think their experience makes additional training unnecessary, we know from experience that every dog has unique needs, and training is key to successful adoptions.

Not only does training provide valuable socialization, but it strengthens the bond between the dog and adopter. Dobermans are a working breed and training gives them the challenge and job they crave. From basic obedience to therapy work, tricks, agility, scent work, and even dock diving—there’s a training path for every personality.

Today, we’re thrilled to share Ethel’s journey in agility! Her adopter writes: “Two years ago, Ethel bounced into our home—an enthusiastic, high-energy Doberman with boundless curiosity and no formal training. It was clear from the start that Ethel craves learning and has a tireless appetite for it! While other dogs might lose focus during class, Ethel is just getting warmed up. Agility has been the perfect challenge for her brilliant mind!

Every week, we tackle new obstacles and commands, and it’s so rewarding to see her excel. Agility is not just about the obstacles; it’s about teamwork and learning to communicate better. We’re having a blast, and the joy on both our faces says it all!”

Great job, Kerri and Ethel! Training is so much more than obedience—it’s a foundation for building lifelong trust, fun, and growth! 🐾