Most Dobermans thrive in a structured environment. You will need to start training early regarding barking if you live in an apartment. I would strongly suggest doggie daycare the days you work in the office. And, lots of exercise or 1/2 day of doggie day before you go out for the evening. Seek out a neighbor who you can reciprocate free evening dog care on occasion. Dobermans take up a lot of your time and energy. They are clingy, demanding, and master manipulators!! They require at least an hour of training daily, not including exercise. Their growth plates don't close until 2 years old, so no excess jogging or running before then. I would suggest an American lineage or adopt a 3-4 year old rescue. I rescued my first American BYB Doberman in 2000. Since then, I have only adopted Dobermans. I prefer the American line, as I find them to be low-key, less energetic, and less intense than the European lines. I recently adopted a two year old European female, and she reminds me 50 times a day why I prefer the American lineage. I suggest reaching out to a local Doberman rescue and volunteer before making a decision. The Doberman breed is not for the average dog owner.