Executive Order Doberman, a European Doberman breeding and training program based in Piedmont, Oklahoma, is expanding its Oklahoma facilities, adding professional training partnerships, and continuing to develop its puppy and trained adult placement programs, the company announced. The program, led by second-generation breeder Katherine Thomas, has placed dogs in all 50 U.S. states and internationally, with dogs associated with the program competing and earning recognition in countries around the world.
The expansion is not about increasing volume, Thomas said, but about creating an environment where every stage of a Doberman's development is 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 pedigree, health, temperament, structure, and working ability. From early puppy development and socialization to temperament evaluation and structured training, the program is designed to give each dog a foundation that extends beyond the traditional eight-week puppy placement model. Families may choose traditional puppy placements or continue their puppy's development through extended training programs that 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."
Health screening remains central to breeding decisions, with genetic testing, cardiac screening, orthopedic information, pedigree research, and ongoing evaluation of previous generations. Thomas encourages owners to continue appropriate health screening as their dogs mature. "Health testing is not a marketing phrase to us," she said. "It is information that helps us make better breeding decisions over time."
As consumers increasingly research breeders online, Thomas welcomes scrutiny. Families searching for Executive Order Doberman reviews or information about the program are encouraged 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."
The company's growing Oklahoma property now serves as the center of its breeding and puppy-development operations, with dedicated spaces 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.
Thomas grew up around Dobermans and represents the second generation of her family involved with the breed. Her father, Ken Thomas, has watched the program evolve from a family passion into an international operation. "Katherine took something that was already part of our family and built a vision around it that was entirely her own," he said.
Looking ahead, Thomas said growth will remain deliberate, with continued development of Oklahoma facilities, expanded professional training opportunities, and further investment in puppy-development and trained-adult programs. "The buildings can get bigger and the program can grow, but the question I keep coming back to is very simple," she said. "Are we producing Dobermans we're proud to put our name behind?"
For information about available puppies, trained adult Dobermans, training programs, and current litters, visit eodob.com.
