That albinism occurs in dogs is because a gene mutation occurs due to a lack of a protein which is of great importance to color the skin as well as the hair.
The albino Doberman is a dog that has this mutation in its genes and it is because of this that it has that white color in its coat that is so characteristic. So that this wonderful dog can enjoy excellent health, needs a lot of specific care.
Characteristics of the Albino Doberman
As its name already says, the albino Doberman is a completely white dog, with a completely fair skin and his hair is white. Even his nose can be seen in a light color instead of being a dark color, in the same way it happens with his eyes, they are clear at all times.
With respect to each of its physical levels, the albino Doberman has the same characteristics as a regular Doberman, with a measurement at its cross of about sixty-five or about seventy centimeters high and with a weight that is between forty kilograms.
Its fur is short as well as abundant, is responsible for covering a body that is athletic and full of muscles.
The Doberman is a dog that has great physical compressionIt is also a dog that has an average life expectancy of about 12 years, that has the opportunity to show a completely friendly character, full of energy and that is also faithful, being an excellent watchdog as well as a friend for children. in our home.
Caring for an albino Doberman
Although this is a dog that has enormous beauty, The Doberman requires a lot of specific care in order to prevent you from suffering from very serious health problems, such as skin cancer or melanoma.
The light that is the color of your hair as well as your skin, they do not offer you the necessary protection against the danger of sunlight, which is generally responsible for almost all of the White Doberman's health problems.
Therefore, if our albino Doberman is exposed to the sun it is not something that is positive, especially if we find ourselves in the months with the warmest temperatures or also in the hours of the day when sunlight tends to shine with greater intensity.
Your light eyes can usually cause some discomfort to your vision, especially when there is a lot of sunlight. We can mention that in the market we can find in stock glasses that are especially for dogs that are albinos, whose function is to eliminate a huge percentage of solar radiation.
We have to avoid being in the sun for a long period of time or the moment the sun is shining brightly, apart we have to use a cream that offers protection as well as hydration so that the areas of your skin with greater sensitivity such as the nose or the eyelids, are protected.
Using a shampoo just like soap make it especially for dogs with skin sensitivity.
We have to leave our albino Doberman in a dark place as well as fresh, in which you have the possibility of having a refuge when the sun or the light causes you any discomfort. One of the alternatives we can use is to build a doghouse that has a roof to give it the best protection.
The best time we can take to walk this beautiful albino dog is at dawn as well as at dusk, making the most of the fact that the sun does not shine brightly.