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Rottweiler
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Rottweiler
(Rottweil Metzgerhund - Butchers Dog)
EYK VOM WENDEHAMMER SchHI ZTP
Courtesy of GLI ANTICHI MOLOSSI Italy
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Pronunciation |
ROTT-why-ler |
Description |
The Rottweiler has a muscular, massive, powerful
body. The head is broad with a rounded forehead. The
muzzle is well-developed. The teeth meet in a scissors bite. The wide nose is black. The lips are black and inside the mouth dark. The medium sized eyes are dark and almond-shaped. The ears are triangular, carried forward. The tail is customarily docked. Note: docking tails is illegal in most parts of Europe. Rear dewclaws are often removed. The chest is broad and deep. The coat is short,
hard and thick. It is black with rust to mahogany markings on the cheeks and muzzle, paws
and legs. A red color with brown markings also exists. There
is a deficiency in the hair gene making the coloring a lighter red.
German Rottweiler vs. American Rottweiler - some claim
there are variations of Rotties, the German Rottweiler and the American
Rottweiler. German Rotties are said to be shorter, stockier and have a bigger
blockier head, and American Rotties are said to be taller and leggier without as
blocky a head. Others claim a Rottweiler is a Rottweiler and there is no such
thing as a German Rottie. Some who have stated this argument have said, "a
German Rottweiler is one born in Germany and an American Rottweiler is born in
America." In any case, there are breeders breeding for the German Rottweiler
look, which goes outside the AKC standard, while others are breeding for the
American Rottweiler look, sticking to, or closer to, the AKC standard. |
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Temperament |
The Rottie is powerful, calm, trainable,
courageous, and devoted to their owner and family. Loyal and protective, they will defend their family fiercely if needed, seemingly immune to pain. Serious, even-tempered, brave, confident and courageous, this breed needs an owner who is strong minded, calm, but firm and able to handle their massive size. A docile, natural guard dog
with a laid-back, reliable temperament. They are highly intelligent and have proven their
worth beyond question in police, military, and customs work over many centuries and can be trained for competitive obedience. Because of their size, training should begin when the dog is a small puppy. This breed needs a lot of leadership and socialization. They will not be happy confined to a kennel or backyard. The objective in training this
dog is to achieve a pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates
under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined and rules are set. You and all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. That is the only way your relationship can be a success. When the Rottweiler receives consistent leadership and is trained, it
will be a good playmate for the children. It will accept cats, other dogs, and other
household pets, as long as the dog has been socialized well and have owners who assert their authority over the dog. Friends and relatives of the family are normally enthusiastically
welcomed. Strangers to whom the dog senses bad intentions from can get no further than the sidewalk. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm.)
Bitches 22-25 inches (56-63 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg.) Bitches 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
This breed is susceptible to ACL
damage. Prone to hip dysplasia. Also prone to entropion (narrowing of the slit between the
eyelids). Tends to snore. Can
overeat easily. |
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Living Conditions |
The Rottie will do okay in an
apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors
and a small yard will be sufficient. |
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Exercise |
The Rottweiler needs plenty of
exercise. You can't give these robust dogs too much work or exercise; they
thrive on it. They need to be taken on a daily
walk or jog. Running in the woods and in open country makes them very happy and
they have no desire to wander from you. Swimming or running beside a bicycle are
perfect activities for this dog and it also loves retrieving a ball. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 10-12 years. |
Litter Size |
Large litters, often can have 10 - 12 puppies. |
Grooming |
The smooth, glossy coat is easy to
groom. Brush with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. This breed
is an average shedder. |
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Origin |
The Rottweiler is probably descended
from the Italian Mastiff, which accompanied the herds that the Romans brought with them when they invaded Europe. During the Middle Ages, it was used as a herder, as a guard, messenger dog, draught dog, and for police work. It
was bred in the German town of Rottweiler in Wurttemberg. Practically extinct in
the 1800's, the breed population began a comeback in the early twentieth century
due to the efforts of enthusiastic breeders centered in Stuttgart. In Germany on January 13th 1907, the DRK (Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub (German Rottweiler Club) was established. Shortly after on April 27, 1907, the SDRK - Süddeutscher Rottweiler-Klub (South German Rottweiler Club) was formed, which later became the IRK (International Rottweiler Club). The Rottweiler standard was then set. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1931. Some of the
Rottweiler's talents include: tracking, herding, watchdog, guarding, search and rescue, guide dogs for the blind, police
work, carting, competitive obedience, and schutzhund. |
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Mastiff, AKC Working |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC,
NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR, DRA, CRC, DRK, IRK |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
CRC = Colonial Rottweiler Club
DRK= Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub
IRK = International Rottweiler Club |
"Tyson was saved right before being sent to the pound in Feb. of 2008. He was kept in a cage in the back of a house and was a little wild when we got him (9 months / 80lbs). Being my first dog, I was very excited. He caused trouble around the house chewing things up until I realized that he had an extreme amount of nervous energy (thanks, Caesar) and needed more exercise. Now we go for long walks, he runs next to my bike, pulls my skateboard, plays at the dog park and even tries to herd cattle at my fiancé’s family farm. He is now 1 year and 8 months old. He went from no discipline to following almost 20 different commands. It’s amazing and he is incredibly smart. He’s also so in tuned with me and responsive that I never need a leash. He won’t go very far without watching to make sure he knows where I am. Walking up a steep hill once, I fell and he came sprinting to make sure I was ok. Through a lot of dedication and research, he has become a very well-balanced dog. He doesn't get too excited, is never aggressive and hardly barks unless commanded to or if he is startled by something. I have applied numerous Dog Whisperer techniques and all have proved successful. Sit, stay, come, down, downstairs, no, up, outside, inside, lay, ok, go get it, get your ball, go see, too far, heel, speak…. These are some of the things I was amazingly able to teach this dog. Have you ever seen a Rott walk backwards? Mine will. He makes us laugh everyday and provides us with a great sense of security. This may be a biased statement, but he’s the best dog that has ever lived."
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"This is my recently departed male Rottweiler named Hank (11?). He was adopted through the local shelter when he was about two. the previous owner beat him and accused him of not being "mean enough"."
"I have read Cesar Milan's books and apparently Hank had already read them, because I could not pinpoint any bad habits to correct. We would take frequent walks and although he spent way too much time smelling things I was good with that as I have to slow down too. He almost always stayed close to me and didn't like to let me out of his sight when we were gardening. He would survey the neighborhood and make sure the kids were having fun. Just in case there was someone with a free hand or a tennis ball he was ready. Hank very rarely barked, but did talk to me if he needed to go out. He was calm and knew that Mama had it under control. Strangers were amazed that on command he would stop what he was doing and sit and stay, even if another dog or cat caught his eye. If I needed help he was there."
"He slept in the sunroom on his own bed with plenty of ventilation and sunlight and heat in the winter. He jumped on my bed only once and figured out quickly that he wasn't invited. While I worked on the computer or watched television he would lay at my feet and relax. I think I have been truly blessed to have had a great companion such as Hank."
DBI Side Note: For a dog, it's all about the moment and the moment Hank moved in with his new owner, he had a pack leader and he was truely one well balanced, happy dog. If only all dogs were as lucky as Hank. He had an owner who gave him what HE needed, instead of only taking what the human needed. RIP Hank
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Female German Rottweiler at 12 months old.
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Bear, a male Rottie at 1 year.
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