A Rottweiler is a faithful, intelligent, loving, and energetic friend. Known as one of the earlier dog breeds to serve as police dogs and in the military, they make for excellent guardians.
At first, Rottweilers were used to pull carts and herd livestock but, although still used for herding, this breed is now mainly used as a guard or search and rescue dog. With proper training and care, this dog can also become a much loved part of your family.
Since the Rottweiler can grow pretty big, it’s important that you give it a spacious place for it to relax and rest. Do have in mind that females are lighter and smaller than their male counterparts.
Due to its imposing strength and muscles, many are afraid of keeping a Rottweiler at home. The truth is, a properly raised Rottweiler becomes a confident, calm, and courageous pet with a silly and playful personality and a lot of love for its family. With early socialisation and training, they will be more open to cuddles and petting and you will be able to help keep their territorial instincts at bay.
A Rottweiler is a self-assured, alert, and fearless dog. Its confidence and devoted nature are what makes it stand out from other canine friends. Without training and socialisation, the dog can be dominant and aggressive but, since this is a very intelligent dog breed, you can train it to become obedient and tame its dominant persona. With training, you will get yourself a good-natured and devoted friend who loves to cuddle and play.
The reason Rottweilers are so popular is that you get a loving and steadfast protector. With love and attention, the Rottweiler will have the willingness to learn and remain docile. However, its imposing looks can make it tricky for the dog to socialise with other dogs but, with good training, they can enjoy spending time with other dogs, as well as tiny canine companions.
When it comes to the weather, this dog breed does like being outside, particularly in the cold and snow. But, if the temperature is extremely cold and the dog remains outside for too long, it can be dangerous. The dog can also live in warmer areas and can handle the heat, but it’s best to keep it indoors when it is very hot outside and avoid too long sun exposure.
Rottweilers need a lot of space for exercising and playing. Even though they might not have too much energy, like some other breeds, this dog doesn’t like to lounge all day, every day. If you have a home with plenty of outdoor space, the dog will enjoy every moment of it. But, before it can socialise or leave the secured home, this dog breed will need training. That’s why having an experienced dog owner will prove useful.
Although adult Rottweilers are big and heavy, grooming is not as time-consuming or complex as you think it might be. In fact, many owners would consider this breed to be quite low maintenance.
The grooming routine usually takes about ten minutes with adequate practice. It includes brushing their coat, trimming the nails, and cleaning the ears, as you would normally do with any other canine friend. But, to get the dog familiar with the grooming sessions, it is best to take it slow. When the Rottweiler is happy, the sessions last shorter, and the dog gets a wonderful experience.
Rottweilers are prone to some conditions such as hip dysplasia and entropion both of which can cause significant pain and discomfort. In cases such as these, surgery can be necessary. That’s why it is very important to take good care of your dog and ensure you are prepared if they do become unwell. Part of this preparation should include buying pet insurance for your Rottweiler. The Pet Insurance will be there to help pay for much of the costs of any treatment your Rottweiler needs, depending on the terms and conditions of the policy.
Hip Dysplasia is an inherited condition that means the thighbone doesn’t fit snuggly in the hip joint.
The symptoms are generally pain and lameness which will vary in severity and can be present in one or both rear legs.
Sadly, it’s not uncommon for the disorder to lead to hip replacement.
Make sure you ask any breeder if the puppy’s parents have been tested and cleared for Hip Dysplasia. If they have not, or the issue is present in one or both, find another breeder.
Entropion causes the lower eyelid to fold inward toward the eye. The result is chronic irritation of the surface of the eye.
Fortunately, it can be corrected by surgery.