Rottweilers

At a glance
rottweilerRottweilers are heavily-muscled, medium to large dogs and are usually black with defined rust markings. The breed’s origins can be traced to the Roman times when they were used for herding cattle. Since the breed’s recognition by the American Kennel Club in 1935, these dogs have been vital in police units and as family pets.

Summary

  • Names – Rottie, Rott, Weily
  • Group – AKC: Working Group; KC: Working
  • Size – large
  • Life expectancy – average of 11 years; range of 9 to 15 years
  • Cost of ownership – medium
  • Ease of ownership – medium
  • Aggressive tendency – high
  • Amount of Exercise – high
  • Amount of Grooming – low
  • Ease of Training – high
  • Obedience level – high
  • Suitable for Children – medium
  • Amount of Care Required – medium
  • Susceptibility to Health Problems – medium

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