Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

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 Shelchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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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

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

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

Shelchons are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Wavy

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 Shelchon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

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

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Shelchons 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.

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

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

Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Frisbee

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 Shelchon, it's at least 8 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 Shelchons usually need at least 45 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.

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Shelchon 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 Shelchon 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 Shelchon 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.

Shelchon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Rottweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Shelchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Shelchons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Shelchons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rottweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Shelchons 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.

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

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

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