MEET RILEY CARTER
Hi, I'm Riley Carter, the person behind the vision, planning, and daily work of Warsong Dobermanns. My dogs are the heart of this program, and everything I do is centered around preserving and promoting the Dobermann as a stable, versatile, capable breed.
I have been deeply involved with Dobermans for more than a decade, with a lifelong passion for dogs and a strong commitment to responsible breeding.
I am a proud member of the United Doberman Club and a former member of the Doberman Pinscher Club of Michigan.
BREED INVOLVEMENT
UNITED DOBERMAN CLUB MEMBER
FORMER DOBERMAN PINSCHER CLUB OF MICHIGAN MEMBER
OVER A DECADE WITH THE BREED
EXPERIENCE IN CONFORMATION, PROTECTION SPORTS, DOCK DIVING, WEIGHT PULL, RALLY, BARN HUNT, LURE COURSING AND PUPPY TRAINING
WHERE IT STARTED
Zelda
My love for Doberman Pinschers began long before I actually owned one. Growing up in a military family, large breeds were not part of our daily life, but my fascination with dogs was always there. In 2012, my husband and I brought home our first Doberman, a spirited girl named Zelda.
Zelda did not come from a reputable breeder, and we were novices in every sense of the word. Still, she introduced me to the true nature of the Doberman: intelligence, loyalty, drive, resilience, and heart. She was my introduction to dog sports, and her influence is the reason I am showing dogs and building a breeding program today.
Our journey was not always easy. We faced scrutiny in the show ring and learned many lessons the hard way, but Zelda taught me to stay true to my vision. Whether we were competing in Lure Coursing, Barn Hunt, or conformation, she proved that the bond between handler and dog is the foundation of everything. She remains the cornerstone of my work.
THE DOG WHO SHAPED THE VISION
DOUGLAS
In 2016, my perspective grew even further when I welcomed Douglas into my home from Benchmark Dobermanns.
Living with a true working Doberman was humbling, but it gave me the clarity I needed. Doug earned his UKC Grand Champion title, but my focus with him has always extended far beyond conformation.
He has excelled in Dock Diving, Weight Pull, Rally Obedience, and Protection Sports, proving that a dog can be both elegant and capable of serious work.
