I thought this blog would be a perfect place to not only share in the daily goings on of Katoba Dobermans, but also a way of revealing some truths about what has occurred in my Doberman experience thus far.
The wonderful pieces of the puzzle are clear, and are shown in all the joyous pages throughout my website. The other side of that coin, though, is the negetivity that can occur when dealing with people of lesser integrity ~ those who thrive on conflict and are feuled by their own humility and false pride. Their wrath of harassment and blacklisting can be truly harmful though - socially, emotionally, and financially. And they exude such behaviors why? Because they live in fear, insecurity, and they hide behind a prideful and abusive facade.
There are some WONDERFUL people in the "Doberman World" ... and I feel so blessed to call many of them "friend". But, with every bit of sunlight, there follows a black cloud ... and I have been forced to suffer some thunderous storms from other opportunistic and indignant people. These types of people should NOT be representing the "Sport of Purebred Dogs", specifically the Breed of Dobermans. I can speak only for my own experience, but I can say that I am not the first person to be left in the wake of some ... and I will not be the last, unfortunately. My goal is not one of continued litigous action, but one of "change". These MUCT be change in order for these types of things to stop. There must be ACCOUNTABILITY for the DELIBERATE wrong-doings of those who choose to insitgate and perpetuate this type of behavior.
Being a competitor in canine venues has its rewards - my dogs are truly my friends - Dobermans are much more than JUST dogs ... they are humans in dog suits :). The relationships that form witho other Doberman owners, through sport & activites, breedings, handling, placmenet of puppies, and mentoring, are often times long-lived relationships. That said, it is a sport and it is a hobby ... each individuals passion, or sorts. Those unable to cope with happiness reigning in the lives of their competitors, can and do bring on trifling situations. There will ALWAYS be those who have adgendas... and they will always have a 'following' of equally deplorable fellows. They will all continue distribution of verbal and written garbage on Forum posting sites and other rumor lists. All of them are only able to survive on exploitation ... it is more entertaining than reality for the equally weak, or the vulnerable. Those pitiful individuals will continue in their quest because they are simply too insecure to admit their personal shortcomings which haunt them.
There are, of course, the REST ... those of you who truly care about truth and honor and dignity; those of you who see the damage of those who have personal adgenda based indignance. You will want more information ... you will want to see and hear and ask for ... truth.
I always try to do what I know is 'right' and true ... because I know I have ULTIMATELY to account to God for all of my actions. I am human being ~ therefore, I make mistakes, I fail, and I fall on my face. But, I get back up, request forgiveness where it may be needed, focus on improvement, and move forward.
Considering all that is contained within the above "rant" - hahaha - I will offer this about myself as the Owner and Breeder of Katoba Dobermans:
I love my dogs and I believe I am breeding for the betterment of the breed.
I have owned Dobermans for 14 years and have bred only 3 litters.
I have bred and owned multiple Champions, Performance titled get, Service and Therapy Certified dogs, and truly wonderful companions.
I health test my dogs and am discriminant about who I choose to breed and breed to.
I do not breed outside the written Standard of the Breed of Dobermans.
I breed within the guidlelines set forth by the AKC and DPCA.
I breed lovely Dobermans with outstanding temperaments and solid genetics.
I make breeding decisions based on my knowledge and desire for the litters I produce.
I give 100% focus, time and energy to the dam during pregnancy and even more to the litter once it whelps so the puppies are the best they can be upon placement - I stop at nothing to plan and care for the dam and puppies ... and to be a good and ethical Breeder.
I co-own all of the dogs I place, (with the eception of two), for the protection of the DOG, as well as the efforts I put into all that brought that puppy to fruition.
I am ALWAYS going to do what is best for each dog, and will be available to the best of my ability to each home throughout the life of each dog.
I am always be willing to receive a dog back if the owner is no longer able or willing to keep it; OR to take a dog back if the dog is NOT in a situation that is condusive to the well-being of the dog.
I have made a few poor placement decisions, finding out that the display of integrity was lacking in the actual follow up of the individual - but, unfortunately, we can only know 'so much' about a person before they actually get the puppy in their clutches.
My efforts have been greatly taken advantage of by a few deceiptful people ... but the heartfelt reward lies within those families who have turned ouut to be the RIGHT placements for a wonderful dog.
They are my gifts from God ... my rewards for great effort ...
... THEY know who they are :) ~ and I love them dearly.
It was once said to me that there will be at least one "idiot" in every litter.
While that may sound harsh, the opinion was recently supported by a fellow Breeder who stated that I
"win the Big Prize for having the most and the worst idiots".
While she may be right, there must be "change" and hopefully that will come as a result of speaking out.
It is time that the truths about Katoba Dobermans is revealed ... and it is time for those who have chosen to deliberately Blacklist me in the Doberman Community and the public eye, to face public exposure and be ready for the ramifications of their actions.
I believe in God and am grateful for His hand of mercy and forgiveness.
I also realize His expectations of me to forgive others.
I usually always turn the other cheek to those who find reason to justify abusing my peace.
This has become very difficult, though, whereas the abusive blacklisting against my dogs, my household, my friends, my puppy homes, and my supporters has become overwhelming.
That said, I also believe in Karma ...
... "It all comes back around."
There will be one-at-a-time reveals on this Blog.
FOR those who are so incredibly supportive of me and Katoba Dobermans ... this is my gift to you;
TO all those who have found strength in Cyberbullying and Blacklisting ... here is my notice to you:
"It's all coming back around!"
