Rottweiler

You might have heard of the Rottweiler breed, which is a beautiful and loyal dog and a true protector towards its owner. This is a popular guard dog and of course also a good friend in the family.

Here you get a loyal, steadfast and loving dog that is both a protector and a true companion dog. Although known as a strong dog breed with a temperament, a well-behaved Rottweiler is both calm and confident. A Rottweiler's size is typically 56-63 cm for females and 61-68 cm for males, and the weight will depend on the given height.

A dog filled with a warm and loving personality

The breed is an incredibly loving house dog, and although it has gained a reputation for being dangerous and aggressive, the right upbringing will give you a fantastic family dog. Typically, a Rottweiler has a temperament towards danger, and therefore it is a dog that protects its owner. At the same time, it has to look at strangers, but it never gets scared or starts to feel uncomfortable.

There is a big difference in the dog's personality, just like with all other breeds, but you can be absolutely sure that it has a lot of love. Some will be a one-person dog, while others are affectionate with everyone, which includes strangers.

It is certain that you will get a loyal dog that always protects the family. Males can be a bit aggressive and dominant, which is why thorough training is important when your Rottweiler is a puppy.

Training is the key to a loving family dog

When it comes to a Rottweiler and training, there is plenty of opportunity to teach it good behavior. The breed has a strong guarding instinct and this also means that the breed needs early socialization and training to ensure that the protective gene is only relevant when needed.

You should expect to invest a good amount of time in raising your dog, and there is a need for continuous training and socialization of your Rottweiler puppy so that it becomes a good family dog. Fortunately, you are dealing with a breed that loves to work and is diligent. Lack of training can result in the dog's power and strength being used incorrectly and thus can give you a dog that does not work as a family dog. 

Is a Rottweiler illegal to own?

It is important that you do your research and find out what your local laws are about owning a Rottweiler. There may be a number of special requirements placed on the owners' handling and upbringing of selected dog breeds,

From puppy to adult dog - how long does a Rottweiler take to mature?

There is a big difference in the dog's development, and when it comes to when a Rottweiler is fully grown, it can take up to 36 months. Typically, it will be fully grown within 12-24 months, depending on the size, and this applies both in relation to the dog's physique and cognitive functions.

A Rottweiler's weight fluctuates a lot, and the same goes for a Rottweiler's size. Typically, a female dog will weigh between 36-45 kg, while a male dog will weigh between 38-61 kg. The shoulder height is typically 56-63 cm for bitches and 61-68 cm for male dogs.

A Rottweiler's lifespan is shorter than that of small dog breeds. Its lifespan is estimated to be between 8-11 years as it is a larger dog, and these live shorter than small dogs.

A healthy breed 

All dogs are exposed to a number of diseases, just as humans are. But fundamentally this breed is healthy apart from the fact that it is one of the breeds most likely to develop hip dysplasia, which is a genetic deformity.

Another disease that they are also prone to developing is bone cancer, elbow dysplasia and degenerative myelopathy. The best way to avoid these is to ensure that both parents are not afflicted with any of these disorders.

This is how much a Rottweiler eats

This dog breed needs food that is adapted to its size, age and activity level. You can prepare yourself for the fact that it eats relatively more than other breeds, and it also needs quality food with lots of protein. You can expect consumption of 1,000-1,500 grams per day for a fully grown dog.

It is important to take care that it does not become overweight, as this can worsen the risk of joint problems. Therefore, you must adapt meal portions for when your dog becomes more or less active, and constantly increase the amount of food in connection with its growth.

You can also choose a food supplement that helps to strengthen the dog's joints and bones, as the breed can develop hip and elbow problems in future. Talk to your vet about prevention or another specialist in the field.