ROTTWEILER

APPEARANCE
The Rottweiler is a large dog, with a sturdy, muscular build. He has a handsome yet rugged look about him, and an intelligent expression. The breed is almost always black with clearly defined tan or mahogany markings above the eyes, on the cheeks, muzzle, chest and legs. The coat is medium length and consists of a waterproof undercoat and a coarse top coat. The skull is typically massive, but without excessive jowls. The height of these dogs is around 22-25 inches for females, and 24-27 inches for males.

PERSONALITY
The Rottweiler is a dog that loves to work, and has plenty of stamina, power, and endurance. These dogs are fiercely loyal and protective, and will do whatever it takes to defend their loved ones. Many tend to bond to one particular person more than others. They are confident, powerful, serious, and courageous. This type of dog is not recommended for inexperienced dog owners.

TRAINING
They require proper training and handling. He is responsive and intelligent, and with an assertive trainer who uses positive training methods the Rottweiler will learn extremely quickly. He is an extremely territorial creature, and early socialization for this breed is essential. The Rottweiler needs firm discipline and consistent training.

EXERCISE
Being an active breed, a Rottweiler needs constant exercise in order to maximize its full physical capacity. Rottweilers love to run around open fields and retrieve balls. They also enjoy swimming and running alongside bicycles.

SOCIALIZATION
Rottweilers tend to get on well with children when brought up with them, and with older children that will not pester them. He tends to be aloof around strangers, and care must be taken because of his strong protective streak - again, early socialization and proper training is a key factor. Early exposure to pets is also important, and the Rottweiler can be aggressive towards cats and dogs. However, with the right family and owner, the Rottweiler can make a loyal, devoted, and loving pet.

LIVING CONDITIONS
While a Rottweiler can adapt to living in small spaces (e.g. apartment) the breed is more ideal for people who have a large garden or field, where the dog can freely develop its strength.

GROOMING
Rottweilers have moderately coarse, glossy coat that is easy to groom. Brush twice weekly with a firm bristle brush or a grooming glove to maintain the healthy sheen of the coat. Bathe only when necessary. He is a medium shedder, and therefore may not prove ideal for allergy sufferers.

HEALTH ISSUES
As with many large dogs, the Rottweiler has a shorter life expectancy than many other breeds, and lives to around 9-10 years. There are a number of health problems to look out for with this breed, and this includes heart problems, eye diseases, bloat, thyroid problems, cancer, OCD, HD, seizures, and allergies. The parents of the Rottweiler puppy should have OFA and CERF certificates and heart clearance.

HISTORY
The Rottweiler originates from Germany and was used in the control of livestock. They have also been used effectively as guard dogs and police dogs. The Rottweiler gets his name from the town of Rottweil in Germany. The breed was registered with the AKC in 1931.

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