Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Watchful
Cheerful

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

Shugs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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 Shugs 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

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black

Black
Brindle
Fawn
Cream

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 Shug can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Shugs 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.

The Shug breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

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

Shugs have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Rottweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Shug has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Shugs 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

Walks, Walks dog parks, Cuddli, Playing fetch, Tracking, Hide and seek, Walking, Cuddling, Training, Water, Feeding, Tug-of-war, Walk

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 Shug, 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 Shugs 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.

The Shug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Shug feed 2 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 Shug 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 Shug 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.

Shug is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

The Shug 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.

Shugs 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.

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

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Shugs 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.

Shugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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