Rottweiler Breed Information & Characteristics

They are known for having a strong tendency to become overweight. It is important to find a balance between providing enough exercise and controlling their food intake. To maintain a healthy weight, it is recommended to increase the frequency and duration of daily walks and to engage in more playtime with the Rottweiler.

Unfortunately, the Rottweiler is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Rottweiler dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Rottweiler. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Rottweiler dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

Germany

mastiff, german shepherd, roman drover dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club

ancient times

Working (AKC:1931)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Brown

Black

Black

The coat of a Rottweiler dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wiry

A Rottweiler can have a litter of 8-11 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Rottweiler dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Rottweiler is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Entropion
Panosteitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans

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Hip
Elbow
Blood
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Rottweilers are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Rottweiler have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Rottweiler dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Rottweilers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

The Rottweiler is a breed that is known for drooling quite a lot. Drooling is the unintentional flow of saliva outside of the mouth and can be a normal characteristic of certain breeds. Rottweiler is one of them. If you dislike the presence of drool and the potential for saliva spots on your clothes, it may be best to consider a different dog breed. Drooling is a normal part of their physiology but it's important to consider if it's something you can handle.

Rottweilers are known to bark very little or not at all. They tend to be very quiet and do not bark excessively. They may only bark in specific situations, such as when they need to alert their owner to something important or when they are in distress.

These dogs are known for being extremely protective and make excellent guard dogs. They possess a strong instinct to defend their territory and owners and have a high level of vigilance and alertness.

Run, Fetch, Play keep away, Play, Brushing, Exploring, Walks, Dog Parks, Walks running, Running, Walking, Playing, Leader, Jogging, Tricks, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Swim, Soccer, Ball

Rottweilers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rottweiler, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rottweilers usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Rottweiler is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Rottweiler should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-135 pound (39 - 61 kg) Rottweiler feed 3.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Rottweiler is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rottweiler is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Rottweiler breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Rottweilers are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Rottweilers are not the most kid-friendly dogs. If you have children, you might want to reconsider adopting another dog as a companion.

Rottweilers are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Rottweilers are not dog friendly dogs.

Rottweilers are not stranger friendly dogs.

Rottweilers have an average level of playfulness. The Rottweilers, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Rottweiler dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.