The Rottweiler is a robust and powerful dog, historically bred for herding and guarding livestock. They are known for their strength, loyalty, and protective instincts. Originating from Germany, they were named after the town of Rottweil.
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| Affectionate with Family | |
| Good with Children | |
| Good with Other Dogs | |
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Calm, confident, courageous, and self-assured. Not typically nervous or overly excitable. Naturally protective of their family and territory. Extremely loyal and devoted to their owners. Highly intelligent and capable of learning quickly. Can be aloof and reserved with strangers until they get to know them. Early socialization is key.
Generally affectionate and loyal to their families. Can be good with children if raised with them and well-socialized, but due to their size and strength, interactions should always be supervised. Better with older children who understand how to interact with dogs.
High energy. Require regular, vigorous exercise to stay physically and mentally fit. Activities include long walks, jogging (for adults), hiking, carting, obedience trials, tracking, and protection sports (if appropriately trained). At least 1-2 hours of active exercise per day recommended.
Highly intelligent and generally eager to please, making them trainable. Can be strong-willed and require a confident, consistent, and experienced owner. Early socialization and obedience training are crucial. Respond well to positive reinforcement. Needs mental challenges to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors.
Rottweilers are prone to several health issues. Responsible breeders screen their stock for many of these conditions.
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