This doberman rescue was founded in 1986 by Pam Taylor and incorporated under its present name in 1989. It started with Shogun, an underweight dog that was being surrendered at the West Chester shelter by his owner in the military who could not keep him. After learning that he could not depend on the friends and neighbors he trusted to care for the dog, he brought him to the shelter the same day that Pam was picking up a donation box. After going home, Pam knew she had to help this dog and brought him home. After numerous phone calls over about a one-week period, a friend called back and had found Shogun a home -- and Pam had found her calling.
DPR of PA continues to place homeless dobermans with families within Southeastern Pennsylvania and surrounding areas.
All dobes that come into our rescue receive a full physical and behavioral exam and temperament evaluation which helps match them with an appropriate family. In addition, the organization serves as a resource to educate and assist new Dobe owners. Our organization is a valuable resource to new dobe owners and we are here to offer knowledgeable advice during the initial adoption adjustment period, answer questions about the doberman breed, and help with specific behavioral questions with your dobe. In addition, we hold an annual jamboree (see 2009 and 2008 photos) where you can get together with others who love the breed.
We invite you to browse our site to see dobermans currently available for adoption and how to apply to adopt one of our available dobes. If you can no longer keep your doberman and need to find a new home, please fill out our release form and we will evaluate your dog's suitability to our program.
Just as important, we ask that you help us to achieve our mission. Learn about volunteer needs and please consider
a donation.
Celebrating 20 years!
