Though it was actually two other men from the area, Otto Goeller and Goswin Tischler, who perfected the European Doberman Pinscher Breed (The Doberman Pinscher). Although there are no written records of the breeding line it is believed other German dog breeds such as the Old German Shepherd, Weimaraner, Rottweiler, Manchester Terrier, and the English Greyhound (The Doberman Pinscher). Each breed was selected to add the specific characteristics the breeders were looking for such as ruggedness, intelligence, determination, quick reaction time, hunting capabilities, tracking capabilities, retrieving capabilities, substance, bravery, or the urge to guard (The Doberman Pinscher). The breeders were looking more at the purpose of the the breed rather than appearance so when they first arrived in America in the 1900’s they looked very similar to the Rottweiler (The Doberman Pinscher). These early Doberman Pinschers were smaller, rougher-coated, more aggressive, and 'sharper’ than the modern day breed’s appearance and personality (The Doberman Pinscher). Modern breeders have managed to create a more refined Doberman Pinscher with an elegant and noble appearance. Doberman Pinschers are well tempered, loyal, energetic, and lovable dogs to everyone who sees past the breed’s stereotypical