Why do people say Dobermans get "crazy" or aggressive when old?

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Hello . Do Dobermans get mad and crazy when they get older? I hear this sentence a lot and I don't know what's the reason? They believe their brain get smaller when they grow up. Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 58 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Personally I have not heard that. I have treated many senior and geriatric Dobermans over my 30+ years as a veterinarian and I have not seen this behavior. Doberman are smart dogs, very devoted to their owners. They can get cervical instability or Wobblers disease which can cause neurological dysfunction including being clumsy or not being able to walk normally and it sometimes can be painful, but it doesn’t affect their brain. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.

Why do people say Dobermans get "crazy" or aggressive when old?

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