Rottweiler tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Miniature Poodle has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Miniature Poodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Active
Faithful
Intelligent
Alert
Instinctual
Trainable

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

Miniature Poodles shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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.

Miniature Poodles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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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

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
Canadian Canine Registry

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1400s

Working (AKC:1931)
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Non-Sporting (AKC)
Companion Dogs (UKC)

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Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Sable
Brown
Gray
Black

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

Miniature Poodles have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Curly

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 Miniature Poodle can have a litter of 14-16 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.

Miniature Poodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

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Blood
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Cardiac Ultrasound
Complete Physical Examination

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

Miniature Poodles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Rottweiler drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Miniature Poodle minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Rottweiler dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Miniature Poodle dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

Go to Park, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Groom, Hike, Play, Nap, Chase, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Yoga, Tug-of-war, Off-leash, Tag

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.

Miniature Poodles 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 Miniature Poodle, 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 Miniature Poodles 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.

Miniature Poodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Ideally, Miniature Poodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Miniature Poodle feed 1.5 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 Miniature Poodle is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Miniature Poodle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

Miniature Poodles make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Rottweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Miniature Poodles 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.

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

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Miniature Poodles 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.

Miniature Poodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rottweilers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Miniature Poodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Miniature Poodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.