Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

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

Silkshunds 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.

Silkshunds 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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Blue
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Red
Isabella

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 Silkshund can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Silkshunds 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

Acanthosis Nigricans
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

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

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Pannus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Follicular Dysplasia
Cleft Lip or Palate
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

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

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

Silkshund 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.

Silkshunds require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Silkshunds 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.

Silkshunds 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, Running, Hide and seek

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 Silkshunds 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 Silkshund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Silkshund feed 1 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 Silkshund 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 Silkshund 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.

Rottweiler is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Silkshunds 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.

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

Rottweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Silkshunds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

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

Rottweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Silkshunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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