Double-Take Doberman Kennels

Laura C.

Breeder of Doberman Pinschers

  • Aurora, IN ·
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  • 100% recommend •

Upcoming litters

Drago
Brindley

Doberman Pinscher litter

Expected Dec. 2026

Ready Feb. 9, 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Laura C., the breeder behind Double-Take Doberman Kennels located in Aurora, IN. Our Breeding Philosophy Our goals as breeders have remained consistent and focused from the beginning. We are committed to a clear vision and have a well thought-out plan to guide our program. While plans may evolve over time (as they naturally do) our core values never waver. Adherence to the breed standard is an absolute priority for us. The standard defines what a purebred dog should look and act like, and it serves as our blueprint for producing dogs that are true to type in both form and function. We strive to stay active and engaged with all of our dogs. While we value success in the conformation ring and the importance of being judged against the breed standard, we also deeply believe in the significance of performance events. These help us to evaluate our dog’s drive, temperament, and trainability—traits that are just as essential in a well-rounded Doberman. But breeding goes beyond titles and shows. We are committed to the health and longevity of our lines. We follow all breed-recommended health testing protocols through OFA and parent club DPCA guidelines—and often go beyond those recommendations. In addition, we conduct thorough genetic and color testing to ensure we are making informed breeding decisions that benefit our dogs and their future families. Our approach may be a little different from others, but we are proud of the dogs we produce. We stand behind every puppy we place—because we believe the proof is in the puppies. 🐾 We’re always happy to talk Dobermans! Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have.

Q. & A. with Laura

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Training my first Doberman was as easy as 3 reps. They are beautiful/intelligent creatures that continue to fascinate me every day. My passion for them has only grown throughout the years. My fear is of the puppy mills/backyard breedings that take place which are causing major health problems for an already fragile genetic line. The focus must always be to better the health/longevity of this breed through research, and testing.

  • What makes your program special?

    We Prove our lines! Each of our breeding dogs are titled in multiple working areas. They are of the highest quality and health. Fully DNA/OFA Health tested, lowered COI, and we are constantly researching pedigrees for the best longevity. We are Knowledgeable/Experienced in the Doberman breed. Owner/Handlers for over 20 years. There are benefits for you in working with us as well (full European, clear lines, easy application process and screenings, lifetime family mentorship) We do things a little differently than most breeders! We focus on pairing you with the perfect puppy for your specific goals. Choosing a puppy should be based on more than a puppys adorable fearures. -As the pups grow we build a profile of their personality traits, social interactions, and individual characteristics. - At 6 weeks we perform Puppy Aptitude Testing (PATs), which helps us identify their personality, and temperament through their specific reactions. - We want to get to know you. We do this through our application process and phone screenings. This helps us understand your schedule, your lifestyle, your household, and what you want most in your puppy. - We work through the process of matching. Typically families have a few puppy options to choose from and ultimately you have the final say.. however we make informed suggestions on the right pup for you.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and rust and red and rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Laura

Laura has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Laura partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $4,500 - $6,000 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.
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“The premium pricing is indicative of a quality well-bred doberman puppy in premium condition. Pricing for the puppy includes the following: ✓AKC Registration ✓Tail and Dewclaw removal ✓First vaccinations ✓Microchip ✓Ear posting tutorials ✓Lifetime breeder support!! Puppies go on limited registration, unless full registration is discussed and approved by breeder. Ear cropping done by A.Midgarden for additional fee. 1000 non-refundable deposit required. **If you have secured a puppy but need to drop from the litter and fail to notify us less than 2 weeks from the go-home date, you will no longer be eligible to move your deposit to later litter. So please give as much notice as possible if you are unable to pick up your puppy**. Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE except in the event your puppy is injured, ill, or passed away by act of God*** This covers us in vet fees and TIME for keeping your puppy unmarketed and secured for YOU. Turning away all other interested families!! Your non-refundable deposit can be transferrable to later litter in a 12 month period. If you are unable to pickup your puppy due to your personal life changes, you MUST contact us at least 2weeks prior to the pickup date for your deposit to be transferred.”

Contract & health guarantee

Laura may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Laura offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Laura directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Laura.

Breeder's location

Meet in Aurora, IN

4360 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport

4351 miles away

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Meet in Columbus, OH

4243 miles away

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More about Laura

  • Club memberships

    Laura is a member of AKC, UKC, IABCA, Elite dog training of Greater Cincinnati , Dayton dog training club , Hamilton dog training club , Mason Dixon Dog Club, Queen City dog training club, Miami valley Doberman Pinscher club, and Doberman Pinscher Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Professional Groomer, American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy culture breeder, Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Laura has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Laura’s links

Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Double-Take Doberman Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Double-Take Doberman Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Doberman Pinschers.

  • Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Deafness and Vestibular Syndrome of Dobermans, DVDobs, DINGS, Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter (CHG), DNA Profile, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 2 (DCM2), Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Laura to bring home their puppies.

  • Vivian S.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    An Exceptional Breeder Who Truly Cares About Her Puppies! I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Laura! From beginning to end, the entire process was incredibly smooth, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to get my Doberman puppy from her. What impressed me most was how much Laura genuinely cares about her puppies and the families they will become part of. Before anything was finalized, she spent at least an hour on the phone with me, asking about my lifestyle, my background, and why I wanted a Doberman. That conversation told me everything I needed to know about her as a breeder. She isn’t simply trying to sell puppies. She truly sees them as her babies and wants to make sure each one goes to the right home, where they will be loved and cared for. Throughout the entire process, Laura was incredibly patient with all my questions. While I was waiting for my puppy, she regularly provided updates and sent me pictures without me even having to ask. It made the waiting period so much more exciting and reassuring. I also had Laura arrange transportation for my puppy to my home, and she made the entire experience completely stress-free. Every concern I had about the transportation process was addressed, and she took care of all the details so I didn’t have to worry about anything. What makes Laura even more special is that her care doesn’t stop once the puppy goes home. Even after receiving my puppy, I’ve reached out to her with questions about crate training, and she has continued to respond quickly, patiently, and thoughtfully. Her dedication clearly goes far beyond the sale. Laura is not only a knowledgeable and professional breeder but also someone with a genuinely loving heart. It’s obvious that she treats her puppies like precious family members and wants nothing more than to see them thrive in loving homes. If I ever decide to welcome another Doberman into my family, I would absolutely go back to Laura without hesitation. I feel incredibly fortunate and honored to have one of the beautiful puppies she has raised with so much love and dedication. I wholeheartedly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a Doberman from a breeder who truly puts her dogs first! Viv from Kansas

    Shique S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    From the intro phone call with Laura, I immediately knew she was the breeder I wanted to work with. She answered all my questions and came from a place of genuine care for her pups. I had spoken to other breeders who instantly came across as condescending vs educational and helpful. Laura stood out as the opposite and it showed as we worked together while she raised up my pup until pickup day. Laura was and is very responsive and super helpful in every sense. Even after pickup day, Laura is still quick to answer any questions I have. It may sound cliche, but it truly does feel like we have kicked off a lifelong relationship. My puppy came to me at nearly 9 weeks old well rounded and ready to learn. Training has been as expected and I am very impressed with her day by day. After only a few days, she mastered several basic commands (sit, come, stay, down) and at 1 full week, she has mastered “go home”. My experience with Laura has been all around pleasant!

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    josh s.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    Laura was amazing to work with. From the very start she went to great lengths to make sure i understood everything about my new puppy. This will be my 5th Doberman but my first from Double-Take Dobermans. Also my first Dobermann in 19+years. Laura is very knowledgeable with the breed and puts on the time to make sure every new dog parent has the information they need to raise a happy and healthy Dobermann.

  • Jehovany L.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +8

    Laura at Double Take Dobermans was exceptional from my very first inquiry. She took the time to educate me about the Doberman breed and what responsible ownership truly requires. Her screening process was thorough and thoughtful, and she did an incredible job matching us with the perfect puppy for our family and lifestyle. Throughout the process, Laura was always responsive, patient, and willing to answer every question we had. Even after bringing Zeus home, she continues to respond quickly and has been an invaluable resource as we begin our journey as Doberman owners. If you are looking for an ethical, knowledgeable breeder who genuinely cares about her dogs and the families they go to, I highly recommend Double Take Dobermans. We could not be happier with Zeus and are so grateful to Laura for helping bring him into our family.

    Christina C.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    From the start Laura has been very hands on, incredibly detailed, knowledgeable and best of all she cherishes each one of her dogs. Characteristics of someone who truly loves this breed. She was incredibly fast with responding and made the whole experience so easy. She was absolutely wonderful to work with through this entire process. We love our sweet little Mayday ❤️ Thank you Laura for making this the best experience for our family.

    Ursula K.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    Laura treated our puppy like family. She gave constant communication before and after the sale. It’s obvious she cares about her puppies. The initial vet visit confirmed our puppy is healthy. She was well cared for as a puppy. Good Dog made our process of paying easy. Good Dog also forwarded messages to Laura.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.