Drives
Prey Drive: It is the part of the dog that represents its desire to chase and capture prey. If you throw a ball or play tug, that dog will not stop until it captures its prey. This is great in a search and rescue dog, or a police dog. Sport dogs (like Poppy or Emmitt) have a very high prey drive.
Defense Drive: refers to a dogs instinct to defend itself and its pack. When a dog is in defense drive its because it perceives something as a threat and displays it by barking and biting. The ultimate goal of a dog displaying defensive drive is to push the threat back or away.
Breeds
Doberman: The Doberman originated in Germany and was named after Louis Dobermann (people dropped the extra "n" somewhere along the way). They are kind and loyal, but only if raised properly. You have to make sure they get enough exercise, or they will become pushy and aggressive towards their owner.
Interesting Facts:
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Recognized as a breed in the year 1900.
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The doberman emerges from: short-haired Shepherd Dog, Rottweiler, Black and Tan Terrier, and Smooth-haired German Pinscher.
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The breed is fairly new (150 years old).
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They were used during WW ll.
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German Shepherd: German Shepherd's originated Germany. They are very intelligent and eager. German Shepherd's are intelligent, kind (if trained correctly), and loyal. They need regular walks, or working sessions.
Interesting Facts:
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Studies have shown they are the 3rd most intelligent breed
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2nd most popular breed in the U.S. (first is Labrador)
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Guide dogs were first trained as German Shepherds
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They have an outer coat, the outer layer sheds year-round