A Rottweiler is an ancient, noble breed that is thought to have originated with the Roman Army trying to create an all-purpose dog. The breed as we recognize it today arrived around 1910, appropriately enough, in the southern German area called Rottweil. Rottweilers are highly trainable, handsome dogs that look a lot fiercer than they are. They are easy to groom but require a lot of exercise. They are one of the perfect breeds of dogs for families with children, as Rottweilers bond better with kids than with adults.
Rottweilers average about one hundred pounds, although some specimens only tip the scales at seventy-five pounds. They can vary in size and amount of fluffiness, but have the same basic body shape and head shape. They have powerful, Mastiff-like muzzles with prominent teeth, large soft eyes and floppy ears. They are almost always black and tan, although some can be almost pure black. The allowed colors for the undercoat are grey, tan and black.
Rottweilers have docked tails for reasons unknown. No source of Rottweiler information has ever come to a consensus on why the docking of tails began. Perhaps it was just to make the dog look fiercer. Perhaps it was because the naturally long tails might get caught up in harnesses (they used to pull wagons). England and Wales have now banned the docking of tails for all pet dogs and hopefully, more countries will follow their lead.
Rottweilers should average about one hundred pounds and look solid as a rock. They should exude a sense of controlled power and be well muscled. These dogs can easily become overweight so it is important to monitor their diet and exercise.
In pet quality or show quality Rottweilers, the jaw must be strong and look like it could easily rip off limbs. The jaw is square and the teeth should meet evenly. No overbites or under bites are allowed.
Rottweilers have to be shown with docked tails. According to Rottweiler information, the docked tail "honors the breed's special character". They are chopped off by the breeder and usually not by a veterinarian when the Rottweiler puppies are two or three days old, when the bones are still soft. In England, all Rottweilers born after April 2007 must be shown with natural, long, curving tails, as docking has finally been banned.
Rottweilers are alert, curious and highly trainable. They will eagerly try anything you want them to do, from guard work, catching a tennis ball to acting in movies. When they are not overfed and under-exercised, they are calm characters, as steady as the black and tan rocks they look like.
If Rottweilers don't get regular exercise, and plenty of it, they can become like little children who are kept indoors on a day they've eaten too much caffeine and sugar. The Rottweiler gets very exuberant to the point of hyperactivity, and often do not know their own strength. They are not the best breed of dog choice for the first time dog owner, for those of a shy or timid personality, or for those with physical problems.
Rottweilers average about one hundred pounds, although some specimens only tip the scales at seventy-five pounds. They can vary in size and amount of fluffiness, but have the same basic body shape and head shape. They have powerful, Mastiff-like muzzles with prominent teeth, large soft eyes and floppy ears. They are almost always black and tan, although some can be almost pure black. The allowed colors for the undercoat are grey, tan and black.
Rottweilers have docked tails for reasons unknown. No source of Rottweiler information has ever come to a consensus on why the docking of tails began. Perhaps it was just to make the dog look fiercer. Perhaps it was because the naturally long tails might get caught up in harnesses (they used to pull wagons). England and Wales have now banned the docking of tails for all pet dogs and hopefully, more countries will follow their lead.
Rottweilers should average about one hundred pounds and look solid as a rock. They should exude a sense of controlled power and be well muscled. These dogs can easily become overweight so it is important to monitor their diet and exercise.
In pet quality or show quality Rottweilers, the jaw must be strong and look like it could easily rip off limbs. The jaw is square and the teeth should meet evenly. No overbites or under bites are allowed.
Rottweilers have to be shown with docked tails. According to Rottweiler information, the docked tail "honors the breed's special character". They are chopped off by the breeder and usually not by a veterinarian when the Rottweiler puppies are two or three days old, when the bones are still soft. In England, all Rottweilers born after April 2007 must be shown with natural, long, curving tails, as docking has finally been banned.
Rottweilers are alert, curious and highly trainable. They will eagerly try anything you want them to do, from guard work, catching a tennis ball to acting in movies. When they are not overfed and under-exercised, they are calm characters, as steady as the black and tan rocks they look like.
If Rottweilers don't get regular exercise, and plenty of it, they can become like little children who are kept indoors on a day they've eaten too much caffeine and sugar. The Rottweiler gets very exuberant to the point of hyperactivity, and often do not know their own strength. They are not the best breed of dog choice for the first time dog owner, for those of a shy or timid personality, or for those with physical problems.
About the Author:
About the author: Sharon Davies is an avid lover of the Rottweiler and has a popular website that can teach you how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Rottweiler. Among other topics there, you will find out more about Rottweiler Breed Standards plus a whole lot more.
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Friendly Dutch Sjven is a Rottweiler with a tale about his tail. He has a long tail, because he was born in the Netherlands, where tail docking is not permitted. However, he is an American and Canadian Kennel Club champion.
Carol Laskey of Rainbow Rottweilers in West Salem, who imported and owns the dog, says he is the only long-tailed Rottweiler to have an American Kennel Club championship.
The American Kennel Club standard for Rottweilers states that the tail should be docked short, close to body, leaving one or two tail vertebrae, but the standard goes on to state that the set of the tail is more important than the length.
The set, or angle at which the dog carries its tail, should give the impression of elongation of topline and should be carried slightly above horizontal when the dog is excited or moving. END
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