Read About Rottweilers Breed

Rottweilers are working dogs used by the police and are made to be good guard dogs. Here's everything you need to know about this dog breed.

Rottweilers - Dog Breed Facts

1. AKC Group:

   Working Group.

2. Size & Weight:

   22-27 inches; 80-130 pounds.

3. Coat:

   Their coat is dense, hard and straight.

4. Head & Muzzle:

   They have a broad head and the forehead is round. The muzzle is broad.

5. Body:

   Their body is strong and muscular. They have a broad chest and the back is straight. The front legs are straight and the thighs are broad and muscular. Their tail is docked.

6. Colors:

   Their coat is black with tan markings.

7. Life Expectancy:

   10-12 years.

8. Popularity:

   This is a popular breed (AKC Rank: 16)

9. Habitat:

   They are good for apartment life if they get enough exercise.

Rottweilers - Dog Breed Origins

1. Country of Origin:

   Germany

2. Lineage:

   They are believed to be developed from a mastiff type dog called the Drover Dog.

3. Date Admitted to AKC:

   1931.

4. Historical Information:

   They were bred as working dogs to herd cattle. Later they started to be used by the police.

Rottweilers - Dog Breed Defining Characteristics

1. Training Ease:

   They should be given firm training right from the puppy stage. They tend to get aggressive and vicious if not trained properly.

2. Temperament:

   These are obedient, protective and loyal dogs. They are usually suspicious towards strangers, but they are very friendly with relatives and friends.

3. Child Friendly:

   They need to be properly socialized to get along well with children.

4. Behavior:

   They are very protective and tend to be aggressive with strangers.

5. Habits:

   These dogs snore.

Rottweilers - Dog Breed Concerns

1. Health Issues:

   They are prone to hip dysplasia, entropion (an eye problem) and epilepsy.

2. Feeding:

   Their diet should contain food with high fat content. They overeat if a proper diet is not followed.

3. Exercise Needs:

   These dogs are inactive indoors. They need plenty of exercise and outdoor activities.

4. Grooming Needs:

   They should be brushed twice a week and the ears should be kept clean. They should be given a bath only when necessary and the claws should be regularly trimmed.

5. Special Household Needs:

   Brushes and rubber gloves will be useful when grooming the dog.

6. Travel Needs:

   A leash is required as these are aggressive dogs.

7. Getting Along With Other Pets:

   They get along well with other pets if they are made familiar with them whey they are puppies.

Rottweilers - How to Choose your Dog Breed

1. What to Look for in a Healthy Puppy:

   The puppy should be active and have healthy legs. Puppies around 8 weeks old are ideal for adoption.

2. What you will Need for a New Puppy:

   Crate, beds, leash, collar, toys and chews will be useful.

3. Puppy-Proofing your House:

   Make sure the puppy doesn't have access to small and sharp objects.

4. How to Make your New Puppy Feel at Home:

   These dogs are playful and like to play different games. Make sure they are not left alone for a long time as these dogs thrive for human companionship.