Executive Order Doberman, a European Doberman breeding and training program led by second-generation breeder Katherine Thomas, is expanding its Oklahoma operation, adding professional training partnerships, and continuing to develop its puppy and trained adult placement programs. The move signals a significant step in the program's evolution from a family passion into an international operation with dogs placed throughout the United States and abroad.
The expansion matters because it reflects a growing demand for well-bred, professionally trained Dobermans and highlights a shift in how responsible breeders are responding to an increasingly educated and research-driven consumer base. For Thomas, growth is not about volume but 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."
The program focuses on European Dobermans selected for pedigree, health, temperament, structure, and working ability, but Thomas emphasizes that 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 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 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.
Executive Order Doberman 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. The program evaluates breeding dogs through 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. 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 of online research, Thomas welcomes scrutiny and 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," she 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 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. "Katherine took something that was already part of our family and built a vision around it that was entirely her own," he said. "I've watched her travel, learn, build relationships around the world and continue raising the standard she sets for herself. As her father, I'm incredibly proud of what she has created and even more excited about where she's taking it."
Looking ahead, Thomas says growth will remain deliberate, with continued development of the 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," Thomas said. "Are we producing Dobermans we're proud to put our name behind? That is ultimately what Executive Order means to me."
For information about Executive Order Doberman, available puppies, trained adult Dobermans, training programs, and current litters, visit eodob.com.
