About Us
Dobermann Rescue is a registered charity dedicated to making a better life for Dobermanns that need homes.
We’ve been doing this since 1967 and couldn’t do so without your support!
Outlined below is a brief summary of our history…
In the beginning
In 1967 eight Dobermann owners got together and decided there was a need for a rescue organisation for Dobermanns. At the inaugural meeting they each put money into a kitty and Dobermann Rescue was born. Since those far-off days more than 13,000 Dobermanns have successfully been rescued and rehomed, many being cruelty or starvation cases. Some become victims of marriage breakdowns or house repossessions. But sadly and all to often its an irresponsible owner who hasn’t researched the breed thoroughly and bought their Dobermann for all the wrong reasons.
Registered charity status
In 1985 Dobermann Rescue became a Registered Charity and is managed by a council of eight trustees, elected by it’s members. People are only invited to become members after being actively involved in helping Dobermanns over a minimum period of two years, (under our rules there is no entrance fee or annual subscriptions). We feel that this is the most democratic way of running our organisation and we certainly get maximum support
Our coverage
Dobermann Rescue covers most parts of the UK which for ease of management we have divided into areas. Area officers are responsible for vetting homes initially and for regular home checks once a dog has been rehomed and has had time to settle. However, their role is also to provide advice, guidance and practical help, this usually helps prevent a newly rehomed from joining the ranks of the unwanted again. Furthermore new owners of Rescue Dobermanns are encouraged to join a Dog training class.
Sponsadobe
In 1988 the “Sponsadobe” scheme was born to look after Dobes that are long term residents in our kennels – see the Sponsadobe page for full details.
Events and fund raising
We predominantly fundraise online through this website and via our Facebook page. In addition to this we hold a fun show once a year where fellow Dobie owners and other breeds can get together for a fun day out.
If you’d like to donate you can choose to do so online here.
Help us!
All Area Officers do so on a purely voluntary basis, as do all of the Council members, Secretary, Treasurer, Chairman, Sales & Sponsadobe co-ordinator .
Time has certainly marched on since those early days and unfortunately our presence is needed now more than ever.