Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Independent
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Inquisitive
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Watchful
Companionable

Rottweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Brottweilers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Rottweiler if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Brottweilers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red

Rottweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Brottweilers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

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.

A Brottweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Rottweilers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Brottweilers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Hypothyroidism

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

Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Eye Problems

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

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Complete Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count

Rottweilers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Brottweilers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Rottweilers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Brottweilers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rottweilers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Brottweilers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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.

Brottweilers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brottweiler, it's at least 11 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.

In general most Brottweilers usually need at least 120 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 low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Brottweiler requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 50-80 pound (23 - 36 kg) Brottweiler feed 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 cost of a Brottweiler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 average per month expenses of a Brottweiler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Rottweiler is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Brottweilers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Rottweilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Brottweiler is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Rottweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Brottweilers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Brottweilers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Rottweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Brottweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Rottweilers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Brottweilers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.