"Rottweiler Dog Breed Information and Rottweiler Puppy Training Tips"

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Rottweiler Dog Breed is a powerful dog that has a strong muscular body.

Although some people may have the impression that Rottie as an aggressive dog breed, Rottie can be gentle if you know how to obedient training them. Most of the time a dog becomes aggressive only when he is not trained and handled in the proper way.

Police has made a good use of Rottweiler because of their intelligence, endurance and willing to work. Like Golden Retriever and German Shepherd, this breed has helped people in many areas such as herding, guarding, service and etc.

Like any other dogs, this breed needs exercise. Rott can become obese easily and further develop hearth problems if lack of exercise. The grooming on Rottweiler is easily done as they have short hair and smooth-coated.

"Rottweiler Basic Dog Information"

Rottweiler a medium to large size, strong dog breed originating in Germany as a herding dog. It is named after a town in the south west of Germany called Rottweil. It, as a butcher's dog, was used to pull carts to carry meat and other products to market. Rottweiler dog breed has abundant strength which is well suited to being a companion, service and working dog. It is also one of the very intelligent dog breeds. This dog has been use in Search and Rescue, Guard dogs for blind and police dogs. It has many other names like Rottie, Rott and Weily.

History and Origins
Rottweilers are the oldest herding breeds. They are capable to working all kinds of livestock under wide variety of condition. The breed is an ancient one, whose history stretches back to the Roman Empire.

The principal ancestors of the first Rottweiler during this time were supposed to be the Roman droving dog. The first Rottweiler club in Germany was created the 13 January 1907. The build up to World War I saw a great demand for police dogs, and that led to a revival of interest in Rottie. The breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935. In the mid 1990s, the popularity of the Rottie reached an all time high with it being the 1st most registered dog by the American Kennel Club.

Group
Rottweiler Dog Breed is recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and The Kennel Club as Working Group.

Living Condition
A big dog breed like Rottie needs some spaces to live comfortably. They can either live inside your house or live in a dog house outside your house. They are okay with apartment life but they will feel more comfortable with a landed house that has a small yard.

You need to give Rottweiler house training, so that he will know how to behave at home.

Exercise
Exercise is a must for Rottweiler dog breed. If they do not get enough exercise, they might develop obesity. Take your Rott out for 45 minutes daily walk will keep your dog fit and healthy.

You should combine your Rottweiler puppy training with exercise. Exercise not only keep your Rottie fit but also enhance the learning ability of your dog.

Shedding
All dogs shed. This breed is an average shedder but the grooming is easy as he has short hair.

"Rottweiler Physical Appearance, Characteristics, Temperaments and Average Life Span"

General Appearance
Rottweiler dog breed has a broad Head with rounded forehead and strong muzzle teeth. Eyes are dark with orangey brown. Ears are triangular shape which carried forward and folded slightly. natural bob tailed. It has straight and heavy bone limbs.

Coat and Color
Coat is Short, hard, thick and double coated. Black and tan or black and mahogany (yellow marking above the eyes, on the cheeks, muzzle, chest and legs).

Size
Height: 22.0 - 27.0 inches (56.0 - 68.0 cm)
Weight: 85.0 - 130.0 pounds (38.5 - 59.0 kg)

Average Life Span
7 - 10 years

Little size
8 - 12 puppies

Characteristics/Temperaments and Energy level
Rottweiler is good natured, fond of children, obedient, and eagle to work. He is self assured, steady and fearless. He reacts to his surrounding with great alertness.

It is a powerful breed with well developed genetic herding and guarding instincts.

Picture of 5 Cute Rottweiler Puppies.

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