Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Fearless
Brave
Bright

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.

Avoid Bull-Boxers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Germany

United States

mastiff, german shepherd, roman drover dog

English Bulldog, Boxer

ancient times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black

Brindle
White
Black
Fawn
Red
Brown

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 Bull-Boxer can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Bull-Boxers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Rottweiler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bull-Boxers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Bloat
Degenerative Myelopathy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Dry Eye
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Corneal Disease
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Obesity
vonWillebrand’s Disease

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel
vonWillebrand’s Disease Test
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Cytology Sample
Allergy Testing

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

Bull-Boxers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Rottweilers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bull-Boxers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

Walking, Fetch, Camping, Jogging, Play, Cuddl, Hike, Training, Walk, Running, Chewing on bone

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.

Bull-Boxers 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 Bull-Boxer, it's at least 9 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 Bull-Boxers usually need at least 60 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 Bull-Boxer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
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) Bull-Boxer 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.

Rottweiler is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Bull-Boxer has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Bull-Boxers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Rottweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bull-Boxers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Bull-Boxers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Bull-Boxers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rottweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Bull-Boxers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Bull-Boxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.