Learn More About Rottweilers
1. Key characteristics
This dog has a short, black coat with rust or mahogany markings. Rottweilers belong to the AKC working group and have a life expectancy of 9-10 years. Males weigh between 90 to 135 pounds while females weigh between 80 to 100 pounds.
2. Where do Rottweilers originate from?
This dog breed traces its origin in ancient Rome and earliest evidence show that these ancestor dogs trace back their origin to 74 A.D. Rottweilers drastically declined and went almost extinct around 1800s.
A club was later formed in early 1901 to act as a representative of the Rottweiler dog breed. The dog breed was considered a go-to-protective dog by the police in the 1900s. This immensely improved their numbers and they were recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1931. However, Rottweilers were subjected to specific legislations that now focus on the multiple variations of Bull Terrier dog breeds.
3. Are they friendly?
Despite being protective and intelligent, Rottweilers are loyal and trainable. Their even-calm disposition means they are generally friendly, but are quite courageous as well. Rottweilers are said to be so fierce that sometimes they might appear somewhat immune to pain. Nonetheless, socialization and training should start immediately. Rottweilers that are properly socialized will have leadership traits and hence will be a great companion for kids and other pets.
Rottweilers can generally help to keep strangers away from your home. Unfortunately, some insurance companies consider these dogs a dangerous breed. Therefore, you need to consult your insurer before you adopt this breed to ensure your insurance firm will not cancel the coverage.
4. Is this dog breed right for you?
This dog breed is very active and hence requires high exercise needs. It thrives well on regular exercise and jogs or daily walks will help to expel energy and keep them in shape. Retrieving and swimming are fun workouts that your dog might enjoy. Although they are inactive indoors, they do well in apartments provided they get plenty of exercise.
5. Grooming Needs
Their short, double coat might be vulnerable to regular shedding. Bathe and brush your Rottweiler weekly, and ensure you maintain their ears, teeth and nails regularly. While some people still perform tail docking, several countries have already banned this practice.
6. Health problems
Some of the common health problems connected to this breed include snoring, overeating, Entropion (eyelid problem), ACL injuries and Hip dysplasia.
Conclusion
If your Rottweiler shows any signs of sickness, you should consult a vet immediately to ensure the problem doesn’t worsen.
References: Petful, Dog Time, AKC
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