Executive Order Doberman, a European Doberman breeding and training program led by second-generation breeder Katherine Thomas, is entering a new phase of growth with an expanded Oklahoma facility, additional professional training partnerships, and continued development of its puppy and trained adult placement programs. The expansion signals a deliberate effort to scale operations without compromising the individualized attention and health standards that have built the program's international reputation.
The company, founded on a long-standing family connection to the Doberman breed, has grown into an international program with dogs placed throughout the United States and abroad. For Thomas, the expansion is less about increasing volume and more about creating an environment where every stage of a Doberman's development can be handled with greater intention. "We've grown significantly, but I never want growth to come at the expense of the dogs," Thomas said. "The goal has always been to keep improving — better facilities, better training resources, better communication and better preparation for the families who trust us with such an important decision."
Executive Order Doberman focuses on European Dobermans selected for a combination of pedigree, health, temperament, structure, and working ability. However, Thomas believes genetics are only part of the equation. From early puppy development and socialization to temperament evaluation and structured training, the program is designed to give each dog a foundation that extends well beyond the traditional eight-week puppy placement model. "People understandably spend a lot of time looking at pedigrees, titles and photographs," Thomas said. "Those things matter, but what happens with that puppy every day matters too. How they're raised, what they're exposed to, how they're handled and whether they're prepared for the home they're going into can have an enormous impact."
Families may choose traditional puppy placements or continue their puppy's development through Executive Order Doberman's extended training programs, which can include foundational obedience, crate and house manners, environmental exposure, public outings, and more advanced customized programs. The company works with professional trainers specializing in companion dogs, service-dog development, and protection training.
The program has also expanded its selection of trained adult Dobermans for families who prefer a more established dog. Available adults may include family companions, dogs with advanced obedience, and select Dobermans with protection training. Unlike purchasing a young puppy, an adult placement allows the program to evaluate a dog's mature personality, drive, confidence, behavior, and training level before matching the dog with a new family. "For some people, a trained adult Doberman is the better choice," Thomas said. "You have a much clearer picture of exactly who that dog is. We can look at the family's lifestyle, children, other animals, travel schedule and expectations and determine whether that particular dog truly makes sense for them."
Health screening remains central to the program's breeding decisions, with evaluations including genetic testing, cardiac screening, orthopedic information, pedigree research, and ongoing assessment of previous generations. Thomas encourages owners to continue appropriate health screening as their dogs mature. "Health testing is not a marketing phrase to us," Thomas said. "It is information that helps us make better breeding decisions over time. There is no such thing as removing every possible risk from a living animal, but responsible breeders should be gathering as much meaningful information as possible and using it."
In an era when consumers heavily research breeders online, Thomas welcomes scrutiny. She encourages prospective owners to look at multiple sources, speak directly with the company, review health documentation and pedigrees, read contracts carefully, and ask questions before making a commitment. "I actually want people to research us," Thomas said. "Buying a Doberman should never be an impulse decision, especially when you're choosing a breeder that may remain part of your life for the next decade or longer."
The company's growing Oklahoma property now serves as the center of its breeding and puppy-development operations, with dedicated spaces designed for whelping, raising puppies, and caring for adult dogs. Professional training partnerships allow puppies and adults to continue their development through structured programs while remaining connected to the Executive Order system. The company is also developing technology-driven owner communication, including regular photographs, videos, and training updates for dogs enrolled in extended programs.
Executive Order Doberman has placed dogs across all 50 U.S. states and internationally, while dogs connected to the program have competed and earned recognition in countries around the world. For information about available puppies, trained adult Dobermans, training programs, and current litters, visit eodob.com.
