There are numerous breeds that have that many health problems. The Dobermann is equally unhealthy as a whole breed, in my opinion.

Dilated Cardiomyopathy, PHPv, PRA, Hip Dysplasia, Bloat, vWD, Copper Toxicosis/Cronic Active Hepatits (liver), Wobbler's Syndrome/Cervical Vertebrael instability, Colour Dilution Alopecia, Albinism, Hypothyroidism...This list goes on forever..

The only way to eliminate these disorders is for responsible breeders who health test and only breed healthy stock to be the ONLY one's breeding at all. Many hard-working people are acting as advocates for breeds that they want to see flourish and prosper. I personally advocate by letting anyone who wants to learn question me about responsible breeders, health problems, etc about the breeds I'm interested.

I try to point potential puppy buyers in the right direction. For every person I point to a reputable breeder, a greeder loses a sale. Its a very small difference that I'm making, but I am still making a difference!!!