Double-Take Doberman Kennels

Laura C.

Breeder of Doberman Pinschers

  • Aurora, IN
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Black Rust girl

Ready Jan. 12, 2026

4 days old · Female

Black Rust boy

Ready Jan. 12, 2026

4 days old · Male

Black Rust girl

Ready Jan. 12, 2026

4 days old · Female

Black Rust boy

Ready Jan. 12, 2026

4 days old · Male

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. 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 to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The pricing includes the following: AKC Registration/Tail and Dewclaw removal/First vaccinations/Microchip/Ear posting tutorials and full 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.

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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
      • 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

    Puppy culture breeder, Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Laura has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 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.

  • Jeffrey C.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

      • +4

    Just picked up my female puppy from Double-Take Doberman on 11/15/2025. Laura was great to work with from start to finish. This is my 4th Doberman puppy in 21 years, but my first with Double-Take…by far the best owner/breeder experience I’ve had. Laura is incredibly knowledgeable about the breed and very responsive with any questions or follow-up throughout the entire process. I would highly encourage anyone interested in top quality Doberman puppies to work with Laura and Double-Take Doberman Kennels!

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    Brigette B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

      • +5

    My family and I just purchased a Doberman puppy from Laura Clawson/DoubleTake Dobermans. This was our first time dealing with a breeder. The puppy we received has exceeded our expectations. He was 11 weeks old and had no problem with a leash and or going outside to do his business. When it's time to go to bed, he actually goes to the crate and quietly goes to sleep. He already obeys some basic commands. He's loving and has won the hearts of our family. Laura answered all of our MANY questions and helped us with the ear postings by providing media links and videos thst gave us the confidence to do the ear posting.  She answered our phone calls and texts promptly and was very helpful and patient during the purchase process-never putting any pressure on us at all. DoubleTake Dobermans is in Indiana and we're in New York.  We had planned on driving but there were complications with that scenario. This caused a logistics issue that Laura immediately jumped into resolving by getting us a reasonable transporter that she trusted. The day of transport, we were given a tracking link to follow the 10-hour drive which, due to bad weather, became a 15-hour drive to our home. The transporter (whom I called "The Stork", lol) also kept me informed with periodic text messages. The delivery was EXCITING.  The little guy was none the worse for wear, came with a generous supply of food and extra posting supplies to get us started.  Our puppy has such a great disposition and was the missing piece for our family after losing our last dog in July. We highly recommend Laura Clawson/DoubleTake Dobermans to anyone looking for a Doberman puppy.

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    Erica G.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

      • +5

    Laura did a fantastic job selecting the right doberman puppy for us. I was looking for a companion dog with a pleasant temperament and she carefully selected the appropriate puppy for me after performing temperament testing on the puppies. We are very happy with our puppy! Laura followed up after we brought the puppy home to make sure things were going well. She cares a lot about her dogs and it shows. Additionally, the health guidelines for the doberman breed that she adheres to is very important for the healthy dogs she breeds. We would not hesitate to purchase future puppies from laura.

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    Lee-Ann C.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    I had a great experience working with Laura from the initial email on Good Dog to the final pickup of my sweet Kaili. Laura obviously cares about her puppies and adult dogs and is very knowledgeable about Dobermans. We talked on the phone for over an hour and I felt confident to move forward with buying a puppy from her. She has stayed in contact with me to check up on how everything is going and has been helpful in answering any questions I've had. I would recommend Laura and her wonderful pups to anyone looking for well-bred, well-cared for puppies. I am totally in love with my girl and our training is going well for her age.

    Tanya P.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Laura loves her Dobermans. Our first discussion was lengthy. She wanted to make sure I was capable of raising one of the puppies right. This was my first Doberman and she is always a text/call away. She always responds to my messages promptly even when it’s not convenient to her. Raising a Doberman can be difficult and having someone to help along the way is important. Get a Doberman from someone who will help you when needed. Laura is that type of breeder. She is dependable and willing to help. You want pictures or video of the puppy, no problem, she will send them.

    Robert Lawrence H.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    I think Laura has been breeding Dobermans for approximately 15 to 18 years if I recall. She has some excellent breeding dogs with champion titles. I also love the fact that I was able to get a European Doberman, which was the quality I was looking for. The process was very thorough and I like the fact that she sort of interviews the buyer to make sure they are making the best decision for them and their family and for the dog. The following day she called me to see how things were going and gave me some advice about a few things which was very helpful. The puppy is doing amazing and slowly, but surely she is starting to win over my 13-year-old Weimaraner but it’s not been easy. Puppies will be puppies and older. Dogs are just older dogs and just not in the mood 🤣

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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.