Hello everyone, I'm considering adopting a Doberman as a pet but my parents are quite wary about it. They seem to have a misconception that Dobermans are aggressive and not family-friendly dogs. I've been trying to educate them about how these misconceptions are not true and explain to them the unique qualities and benefits of having a Doberman as a pet. However, I'm struggling to convince them. Can anyone provide me with some good arguments and facts to help me persuade my parents to reconsider their opinion about Dobermans? Thanks in advance!

Hi there, I can totally relate to your situation. When I first told my parents that I wanted a Doberman as a pet, they were also concerned that they could be aggressive and pose a danger to our family. However, after doing a lot of research and showing them pictures and videos of well-trained Dobermans, they slowly started to change their minds.
What helped the most was introducing them to the friendly Doberman of one of our family friends. They were able to see firsthand how loving and loyal these dogs can be. They were also impressed by how intelligent Dobermans are and how easily they can be trained.
It's important to understand that any dog can be aggressive if they are not properly trained and socialized, but this is not exclusive to Dobermans. With proper training, Dobermans can be wonderful family pets that are great with children and other animals.
At the end of the day, it's important to respect your parents' concerns and opinions, but also educate them on the unique qualities and benefits of having a Doberman as a pet. Good luck!