| The Rottweiler is a muscular, highly protective dog that | | | | tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal |
| is a favorite for police and the military. They have a | | | | disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss |
| reputation as a dog not to fool with and they strike | | | | of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. |
| fear in the bad guys. They need to be extensively | | | | Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and |
| socialized to get along with other pets and other dogs. | | | | clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow |
| They can get along well with children if they are older. | | | | slower than the toenails of the front feet. |
| As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a | | | | Life Span |
| puppy or dog. They can do well with a fenced yard | | | | The Rottweiler can live between 8 and 9 years with |
| for exercise but they expect plenty of family time. | | | | proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living |
| Approximate Adult Size | | | | conditions. |
| The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of | | | | History |
| the male Rottweiler is 24 to 27 inches to the withers | | | | The Rottweiler comes from Germany where they |
| (highest point of the shoulder) and 95 to 130 pounds. | | | | were used for control livestock. They evolved into |
| The female ranges from 22 to 25 inches to the | | | | being used for guard dogs, military and police dogs. |
| withers and 85 to 115 pounds. | | | | They were first registered by the American Kennel |
| Special Health Considerations | | | | Association in 1931. |
| Most dog breeds have certain inherited health | | | | Some Registries |
| problems associated with that specific breed and the | | | | - American Rottweiler Club |
| Rottweiler is no exception. Be on the look out for | | | | - UKC United Kennel Club |
| Parvo, eye problems, progressive spinal cord disorder, | | | | - NKC National Kennel Club |
| Canine Hip Dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the | | | | - CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness), | | | | - APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| and bloat (Gastric Dilation-Volvulus, the second leading | | | | - AKC American Kennel Club |
| killer of dogs, can kill within the hour, this space is too | | | | - FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| limited for a complete explanation but you should read | | | | - NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| up on this). Feeding more then once a day and | | | | - KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| avoiding exercise right after meals may help guard | | | | - ANKC Australian National Kennel Club |
| against bloat. This disease list is an informative guideline | | | | - ACR American Canine Registry |
| only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, | | | | Litter Size |
| please contact your veterinarian for a complete list. | | | | 4 to 10 Rottweiler puppies |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in the | | | | Category |
| first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as | | | | Working Group |
| an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for | | | | Terms To Describe |
| shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and | | | | Powerful, robust, endurance, strength, agility, calm, |
| on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for | | | | courageous, confident, aloof, guardian, protective |
| check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your | | | | SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| dog sweets. | | | | - Very good watch dog. |
| Grooming | | | | - Very good guard dog. |
| The Rottweiler has a double coat. The outer coat is | | | | SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| medium length, flat, dense, coarse and straight. The | | | | - Tends to snore. |
| inner coat is thick or thin depending upon climate. She | | | | - Tends to over eat. |
| should be brushed regularly. Brushing will help her | | | | - Needs strong obedience training early. |
| maintain a clean and healthy coat, help you keep a | | | | Other Names Known By |
| closer eye on her health and strengthen your | | | | Butchers Dog, Metzgerhund, Rottie |
| emotional bond with her. | | | | Every dog is an individual so not everything in this |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week | | | | information may be correct for your dog. This |
| with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. | | | | information is meant as a good faith guideline only. |
| Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and | | | | |