Dog Breeds: Rottweiler Information
Dog Breeds: Rottweiler: Raised primarily as a "shepherd" dog this breed has been used through out the centuries both as a guard dog and attack dog. At the beginning of the 19th century this breed was used extensively as a police dog although it is nowadays also considered a fine companion dog. Affectionate, docile and stable this dog is always on the alert for possible trouble and will intervene the moment it feels that there is a need to. Enjoys the company of children and is very playful with them. This dog needs good frequent exercise and though it does better outside (where it can sleep without worry) it can also adapt to sleeping inside, as long as its exercise requirements are faithfully met. Widely considered the oldest of the European dog breeds, the Rottweiler's history goes all the way back to the time of the Roman Empire.
Questions and answers:
Q: I got a Rottweiler puppy about a year and a half ago that has turned into a very big dog. He is very friendly and lovable. Whenever I go out with him though, a lot of people freak out. How can I make people feel more comfortable around him?
A: There are a lot of people that believe that Rottweilers are aggressive dogs. They don't have the best of reputation usually due to the owner's fault. If you can try to assist some training classes with your dog to make sure you will be able to control him if ever needed. There really isn't any way to get some people from being scared of them unless they get to meet the dog personally. You should also walk him on a leash to make people feel more comfortable.
Unique Needs: Its coat needs little more than a periodic going over with a damp cloth to get rid of surface dirt and dead hairs.
Temperament: Great for someone looking for an excellent guard dog. The Rottweiler is always ready to react to anything it views as a threat to its master or "family." It is normally very tolerant of children but strong energetic dog needs to receive good firm training at the hands of a professional in order to bring out to the fore all of its good qualities. Doesn't always get along well with other animals. The male Rottweiler is not recommended for first time dog owners.
Genetic Defects: Hip dysphasia: Hip dysphasia is a hereditary malformation of one or both articulations of the hip that often times not detected until the animal is a teenager, or an adult. The symptoms of this disease cause the dog to have difficulty when getting up after having slept causing him to hop and limp.
Average Height:
- Males and Females:60 to 65 centimeters and 50 kilos
