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Tips For Raising A Rottweiler Pup

SharonDavies — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 18:23:21 CDT

After selecting your Rottweiler pup you will be entering into a life long relationship with your new Rottweiler pup as well as the breeder you are buying them from. Typically a Rottweiler pup is a handful and will require your constant attention for at least their first two years, which is the most critical part during which the character and personality is being developed.

The Rottweiler is easy to train but they are a bit slow. This isn't because the Rottweiler isn't smart, rather they are slow because they want to see how much they can get away with before they need to obey. So once you establish that you are in charge you can train your Rottweiler pup easily as long as your treat them right. Don't try to bully your Rottweiler pup, as bad training can cause many behavioral problems. Bad training doesn't mean just abuse and harsh behavior but can also include soft and indecisive handling.
The first thing you should teach your Rottweiler pup is house training. You will initially notice that your Rottweiler pup needs to go to the bathroom every two to three hours. The best way to house train your Rottweiler pup is to crate them and as soon as you let them out lead them to the littering place. Just remember that training a Rottweiler pup requires a lot of patience and control. If you handle the training well then ideally by six months you will have a Rottweiler pup that is completely house trained.

When training your Rottweiler pup you need to be aware that they like to use their mouth a lot. Therefore they will bite and sometimes pretty hard on whatever they can get into their mouth including your feet, hands, furniture and anything that drops on the floor. It is extremely important to train your Rottweiler pup to stop these behaviors before they become a habit for the dog.
You will have to admonish yourRottweiler pup every time you find them biting things in order to train them out of this habit. If a pup bites you and doesn't react to your vocal correction then tapping with a rolled up newspaper is often sufficient enough to deter any further attempts at biting you or other people. Since it can be a bit hard to restrain a Rottweiler pup and you won't have complete control for at least two years you should not have any small children around at this time. The youngest child that should be near a Rottweiler pup is a seven or eight year old. Never give a child charge of the dog no matter what their age since the dog will sense the child's inability to control them and immediately act up. While a lot of work goes into raising your Rottweiler pup it is worth it for the lifetime companion that you get in return.

RaisingRottweiler puppies requires proper house training.Rottweiler puppy care involves teaching them from a young age.

Are You Ready For A Rottweiler Puppy?

SharonDavies — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:41:55 CDT

Getting a new puppy is so much fun, and Rottweiler puppies are so adorable, you'll be tempted to choose the first puppy you pick up at your breeder's. Resist that impulse, and take a measured approach to selecting your Rottweiler puppy. After all, getting a dog is a big commitment. Rottweilers live to be more than ten years old, so you are making a ten-year commitment when you pick out a new puppy.

When you look at Rottweiler puppies, you want to make sure you select the right dog for you. You want healthy Rottweiler puppies, and you want dogs that will socialize easily and respond to training. You'll want to buy your Rottweiler puppy directly from a breeder instead of from a pet shop so you can see the Rottweiler puppies' parents on site to get an idea of how big the puppies will be when they are adults.
Everybody wants healthy Rottweiler puppies. Genetic diseases to check for in Rottweilers include elbow dysplasia. The Rottweiler is ranked second on the list of one hundred breeds that may suffer from elbow dysplasia. Cardiac problems and hip dysplasia are also common ailments. The Rottweiler is ranked number thirty on the rankings of breeds most likely to have cardiac disease or hip dysplasia. Unfortunately, Rottweiler puppies are ranked fifty-fifth most likely to have patellar luxation, so the risk is relatively low, but test for this disease too, just to be safe.

When you choose your Rottweiler puppies, ask the breeder whether the sire and dam are certified by the OFA, the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. The OFA acts to reduce the occurrence of orthopedic and other genetic diseases in animals, especially in purebred dogs.

Unfortunately, Rottweiler puppies cannot be Orthopedic Foundation for Animals certified until they are at least two years old, but preliminary examinations can be done when the puppies are just four months old. Furthermore, if both of the Rottweiler puppies' parents are certified, then chances are good that a puppy will also attain the OFA certification, so look for breeders who have Orthopedic Foundation for Animals certified dogs.
Once you have taken precautions to help ensure that theRottweiler puppies have parents that are both healthy and Orthopedic Foundation for Animals certified and have pleasing temperaments, watch the litter one by one to see what each puppy is like.

Rottweilers are bred to have consistent characteristics one generation after another. One reason people like to get purebred dogs so much is because they know what to expect with a purebred dog. If you have a strong preference for a male over a female, or female over male, that will help make your choice of Rottweiler puppies even easier. One puppy in the litter may be more timid, shy, or aggressive than the others, and it's up to you to decide what kind of dog's personality suits you. Visit the litter a few times before you decide what puppy you want. Remember, this is a big decision. Watch the Rottweiler puppies playing with each other, and look for an alert puppy that gets along well with its brothers and sisters.

When you choose a Rottweiler puppy, be sure to get a health guarantee from the breeder. Take the Rottweiler puppy to a veterinarian for a wellness examination as soon as you can.

Look forRottweiler puppies whose parents are OFA certified against disease. You can find outhow choose the right Rottweiler puppy with these simple tips.

Important Information About Rottweiler Puppies

SharonDavies — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:24:49 CDT

Once you have decided you want to add a Rottweiler puppy to your household then you need to find a healthy and happy Rottweiler puppy. For first-time owners either of a dog or just of a Rottweiler there are a few general tips that can help you find the right dog for your household. The first important tip is to choose the puppy out of the litter that approaches you or at the very least doesn't shy away if you approach them. You never want to select a puppy that is fearful or aggressive. The puppy should be friendly and allow you to hold and handle them. Next you want to make sure you meet the parents of the puppy. You want to observe the behavior of the parents before you adopt any puppy, as they should be friendly and easy to touch and handle. If the parents manage to adjust well then there is a high chance that the puppy you adopt will do the same with proper training.
It is important to carefully examine the back legs of a Rottweiler puppy. Rottweilers can have problems with their back hips that are costly to fix because of their large size. You can reduce the risk of having a dog with these problems by avoiding a Rottweiler puppy that has hips that grossly turn out, rather you want hips that for the most part face forward. Since some of these disorders can be hereditary you also want to make sure the puppy's parents don't have a history of hip disorders.

You also want to carefully consider how the breeder treats and trains their puppies, don't just take things at face value. How your Rottweiler puppy will turn out later on depends greatly on how the breeder raises the puppies. Just keep an open mind when looking for your puppy and remember that you will never be able to find the perfect animal but you will be able to find a loving companion that is loyal to you for years and years.
Never be afraid to ask questions when looking for aRottweiler puppy, since asking questions is a very important part of finding the right puppy. Asking how many times the mother has had puppies is one of the most important questions to ask. As a general rule female Rottweiler's should have no more than three litters in their lifetime in order to have the best breeding results. The mother also needs adequate time to recover before she is bred again after having a litter. If a female Rottweiler is over bred the puppies can have both health and behavioral problems.

It can be difficult to ask questions, but just keep in mind that a good breeder is eager to answer any questions you have and wants to be helpful. Often you won't even have to ask some questions with the best breeders since they will give you all the general facts and let you assess the traits of the parents. Good breeders won't push you because they will want to make sure you are raising your puppy right. So don't be afraid to ask any questions, especially the important ones such as the health history of the parents.

Ask the right questions when selectingRottweiler puppies and make sure you take into consideration their health and history. After you have selected the right puppy for your household then you can focus on choosingRottweiler puppy names.

A Rottweiler Puppy For Sale: Is This Right For You?

SharonDavies — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:32:19 CDT

Many of us remember the good old days when finding a puppy to bring into your home was as simple as walking down the street and seeing signs for free puppies. Many people were willing to give puppies away for free just to give them a good home. But now, with the increasing popularity of certain breeds and the fact that different breeds are now treated more like fashion statements, people are making dog breeding into more of a profession then a hobby,

It is simple to find a Rottweiler puppy for sale just by typing a few choice words into the Internet and you will be given hundreds, if not thousands, of different breeders who all have something extra special to sell you. By using the Internet, you are able to widen your chances of finding Rottweiler puppies are you can look all over the country instead of just all over your county. which is what a newspaper might give you.
When thinking about the best options in finding the perfect Rottweiler puppy for sale, you will want to consider not only the benefits from using the Internet in your search but also the downfalls as well. When using the Internet in your search for the perfect pup, you will be amazed with the amount of results you find. There will be hundreds of different breeders at any one given time showing pictures of the puppies that they have up for sale at that moment. This is an excellent way to compare prices and to get a good deal.

But sometimes, that good deal comes with a price all of its own. There are a lot of shipping charges that have to be considered if purchasing a puppy over the Internet. You are also left with just having to trust the breeder, who you cannot meet, that everything is how it should be and that you are actually going to get the puppy you requested. This also leaves you with not being able to see where your puppy has spent the past several weeks.
If you are not in any hurry to bring home a puppy, finding aRottweiler puppy for sale through a newspaper or sign in a store may be the way for you to go. Although this is definitely the slower way to shop as it could take you months, you are able to see and play with each puppy in person. This will give you the chance to get a good feel for what the puppy is about and what you can expect out of their personality.

But, if time is of the essence, like a birthday is coming up, then you may want to consider other options because if your town is not really large or if that breed isn't particularly popular, then you could be waiting weeks to even find one for sale and that's if it is still available by the time you call. So, you will just have to weigh the pros and cons of the different ways to find a Rottweiler puppy for sale and see what is the best fit for you.
Rottweiler puppies have made their way into the hearts of thousands and causes many to go out and find their own puppy.Rottweiler puppy supplies are a must have before you head out shopping for the perfect Rottweiler puppy for sale.

Breeding Rottweiler Puppies

SharonDavies — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 22:20:48 CDT

If you're looking for Rottweiler puppies for sale, there are many ways you can go about finding them. The first thing you can do is look in your local newspaper for classified listings for Rottweiler puppies for sale. This is a great way to find the puppies you're looking for as pet stores, breeders and even private individuals will post these types of ads when they're looking to sell puppies. You can also look in your local yellow pages for pet stores or breeders. Or, you can look online as many breeders, pet stores and even pet owners whose Rottweiler has had puppies will post ads on social networking sites.

Just make sure you're buying your puppies from a reputable seller. If it's a pet store or breeder, it should be no problem finding out what kind of track record they have. If it's a private seller, however, it can be a little more difficult to determine what kind of quality you're dealing with so you'll want to visit the person or facility before you make any decision whether or not to buy.
When you respond to the ad for Rottweiler puppies for sale, find out where the person or facility is and make a visit. Seeing the puppies up close will give you a good idea as to the quality of the Rottweiler puppies. If they have defects or diseases, you can often see this in the quality of their fur, the way they act and they way their bodies are structured. If the person posting the ad is a breeder, you often will be able to view the parents of the puppies to see if they are healthy or not. Likewise, if the person is just someone whose pet had puppies, you will often be able to see the parents. Make sure you look over the puppies thoroughly to make sure you're getting healthy puppies. You also might want to ask for some sort of certification or proof that a licensed veterinarian has looked at the puppies.
If you're satisfied with theRottweiler puppies for sale and you decide to take them home, make sure you get them inoculated immediately. Rottweiler puppies are very susceptible to infections and diseases. If you bought your puppies from a pet store, for instance, they could have caught something from the other puppies they were stored with. If they were bought from a private seller or breeder, they may still have caught something, or they may develop something later. Some breeders and pet stores recommend that you take the Rottweiler puppies to a certain veterinarian because they trust the care that particular vet gives. If it's a private seller, or the breeder or pet store doesn't care, choose a vet who has experience caring for Rottweiler puppies and make sure you take them there immediately before you bring them home, especially if you have other pets at home that could expose your puppies to certain germs that could make them sick.

Making sure theRottweiler puppies are healthy before you buy one requires asking if they have any diseases or infections, inspecting veterinarian health reports and personal observation. The breeder should send a new puppy owner home withRottweiler puppy care instructions and a sample of the puppy's food.

A Rottweiler Breeder Is Better Than A Pet Store

SharonDavies — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:17:22 CDT

A Rottweiler is an investment like any other pet and when you have made the decision that it is time to get a Rottweiler puppy you may want to talk to a reputable Rottweiler breeder and avoid a pet store. A pet store is great for buying all of the supplies you will need for your pet but they should not be allowed to sell living animals at all. The travesty is that a pet store selling puppies gets worse and worse every year.

The different humane societies in the United States refer to places called puppy mills as the sources of puppies for pet stores. In a puppy mill there is no regard for good breeding and in some cases there is no regard for sanitary conditions. Dogs are bred constantly and thrown into a cage and then sold to you. The results can often be very sad and tragic.
A good and reputable Rottweiler breeder takes their job very seriously and wants to make sure that you leave with all of the care and feeding instructions you are going to need to take care of your new puppy. The breeder also knows that a new home is stressful for a puppy so they will take the time to get your puppy used to a home setting before you even get it into your own home which makes adjustment easy.

There is very little chance that the pet store clerk you are dealing knows any more than taking your money and giving you your receipt. They don't have any information or advice to offer and probably have no clue how to raise your puppy. Your puppy has never been out of its cage or at least out of the pet store and there will be a long and frustrating adjustment time for you and the puppy when you get it home.
A reputableRottweiler breeder will monitor the health of the dogs they are raising and make sure that you are getting a dog that is as healthy as possible. A puppy mill puppy is more than likely going to have health problems as they are not properly bred and they are not properly cared for as newborns. They are product bred for profit and that can lead to many problems.

Pet stores are great for offering pet related products but until people stop buying their pets from pet stores then there will always be a very dark side to pet store animals. Before you buy a pet from a pet store you should do a little research and you will find that there are better alternatives than pet stores and puppy mills. Until people start to realize what is really going on there will always be dogs suffering to bred more puppies just so pet stores can make their profit and grow their business.

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Rottweiler Breeders You Should Avoid

SharonDavies — Wed, 28 May 2008 19:41:06 CDT

When looking for Rottweiler breeders, you will want to look for a breeder that has more then just puppies for sale. You will want to find a breeder who is capable of showing that they are in it for more then the financial benefits that come along with it. The reasons are because breeders, who do not truly care for the dog, will end up giving you a puppy that can have many problems down the road.

Make sure that when selecting your new puppy to bring into your loving home that you carefully inspect the environment where the puppy has been living for the past several weeks. Rottweiler breeders who want to keep you away from that location should be setting off alarm bells in your head. There may be something there not completely up to par so you may want to look elsewhere in order to avoid a lot of problems in the future.
If you want to bring a new dog into your life that will be well behaved and healthy, then you will want to pay close attention to where the dog has been kept over the past several weeks. Careless Rottweiler breeders often end up with dogs that do not make the best of pets to have in someone's home. By taking a few minutes and inspecting the home and surroundings that your possible new puppy has been living in, you can save yourself a lot of trouble.

Make sure to pay close attention to how the puppy acts around both the breeder and other people, including yourself and your kids. By watching the behavior of the puppy around different types of people may be able to give you a clear sign of whether or not that puppy has suffered abuse. Because there are several medical and emotional problems that your dog could suffer as a result of abuse, you will want to avoid dogs that have been a victim of their caretakers.
We all want to bring a puppy into our homes that is going to be a pleasure to have for years to come but that can be a difficult task if the proper questions were not asked in the beginning. First thing first, arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible so that when you are speaking to a breeder, you will know if they are educated on the breed or if they are just blowing smoke. AnyRottweiler breeders who seem to be a little impatient or uneducated in the subject of Rottweiler puppies and dogs needs to be avoided at all costs.

Make a list of questions ahead of time and make sure you get your moment to ask them. Do not let the opportunity pass you by as this is an important step in making sure that the puppy you get comes from a breeder that is well educated in the subject and from a home that actually cared enough to learn about them. The more information a breeder has, the more of a chance that they are in the breeding business for the right reasons.

Rottweiler breeders should be people that consumers should be able to turn to with questions and concerns regarding their puppies.Rottweiler information is not hard to come by and it can be found all over the Internet. So it should concern you if the Rottweiler breeders themselves do not have enough information to answer simple questions.

How To Spot A Fake Rottweiler Breeder

SharonDavies — Mon, 19 May 2008 20:19:35 CDT

The time has come and your family has decided that you need a new family pet. Everyone has decided on a Rottweiler and now it is up to you to find a good Rottweiler breeder to deal with. Finding a good Rottweiler breeder is important because you will be dealing with your breeder for quite a long time and you want to be sure that you get a breeder you not only trust but a breeder that knows what they are talking about. Doing your own homework can help you avoid a fake Rottweiler breeder.

The first thing you should do is check and see what breeder registry different breeders you are considering are listed with. A national registry is an organization that creates a set of breeding standards that its members adhere to. If a breeder is not listed with a registry then you may want to find out why and what guidelines they follow for quality breeding.
You may want to do a full Internet search for breeders in your area in case some of your area breeders host websites that you can reference. A fully done breeder website is a great introduction for you and can also let you know what Rottweiler breeders in your area you may want to do business with. A breeder's website could contain their history and their breeding information as well. There may even be references you can check so always see what information is available on the internet before you start talking to people.

Ask your vet their opinion about breeders you are considering. If this is your first pet then the breeder choosing process is a great time to get acquainted with a vet and ask their opinion. If a vet considers any particular breeders to be people to avoid then you may want to take that advice and move on to other candidates.
ARottweiler breeder can be a tricky topic and when you are dealing with something as sensitive as getting a puppy it may be a good idea to ask local law enforcement officials if any breeders have a less than reputable record before you get your pet from them. A breeder that has been involved with the law and has a reputation among local law enforcement as a bad breeder is not someone you want to deal with.

Always take the time to talk to a prospective breeder and see what information they have to offer. If they seem to offer no helpful information then they may not know what they are talking about and may be a breeder you want to avoid. Take your time and do your research before you make the investment in your next pet and you can avoid the pitfalls of dealing with a fake Rottweiler breeder.

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Definite Questions For Your Rottweiler Breeder

SharonDavies — Mon, 12 May 2008 18:20:12 CDT

It is time to go out and find a Rottweiler breeder to get your new pet from and one of the first things you need to arm yourself with is a checklist of questions that you should be asking your Rottweiler breeder so that you know exactly what kind of person you are dealing with. The choice of a breeder is an important decision, so make sure you have all of the resources at your disposal you can and be sure to ask a lot of questions.

A reputable breeder is going to be listed with a national breeder registry because a national breeder registry is going to set the standard the breeder uses for good breeding practices. Always check what your breeder says by searching the registry's Internet site so that you can confirm what they tell you. If they are not listed then ask them why they are not listed and ask them what breeding standards they use if it is not the standards of a reputable national organization.
A reputable Rottweiler breeder will not let a new owner leave with a pup without first supplying that owner with complete care and feeding instructions so that the owner knows exactly how to care for their new dog. Most times this information is given in written form so that the owner can reference it later. A good breeder will also make sure you leave their property with a sample of your dog's food so that you know exactly what to feed your new pet.

Talk with your breeder and make sure that they agree that the relationship between owner and breeder does not stop once the sale is complete. Your breeder should be available to you for many years after the sale in case you have any questions. If your breeder indicates that they do not talk to owners after the sale then you may want to avoid that breeder.
In many cases insurance companies will offer a reputableRottweiler breeder free pet insurance to give to new owners. The policy is good for six weeks, just long enough to cover the pup's first vet appointment, and the insurance company hopes that you will be so happy with your insurance that you will renew it. If your breeder does not offer free pet insurance, and has no idea what you are talking about, then you may be dealing with a breeder that the insurance companies do not want to deal with so keep that in mind.

Many times a good breeder will offer a service where they will agree to take back the pup at any time, without any refund, so that the dog is not abandoned should the owner find themselves no longer able to care for the dog or any other circumstance comes up. Never think that any question is off limits, as any good Rottweiler breeder will not only be expecting a lot of questions from you but they will probably be insisting on it.

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The Process Of Finding Rottweiler Breeders

SharonDavies — Mon, 05 May 2008 19:47:46 CDT

The time has come to get your Rottweiler and now you need to pool your resources together and get contact information for all of the Rottweiler breeders in your area. There are a lot of ways to get complete information and you can start your search with the phone book. The phone book is by no means the end of your search but it is just one of many resources you can use to track down the Rottweiler breeders in your area and find one that best fits your needs.

For looking up information nothing beats the Internet and you can use the Internet to help you find more information about the Rottweiler breeders in your area. Sometimes a breeder may have a full website and that gives you even more information on that breeder by just clicking on the Internet. You can also use the listing and the national breeding registry websites like the American Kennel Club to narrow your search as well.
Your vet is an excellent source for quality information about anything to do with your pet and they are the best place to go for advice and contact information about reputable Rottweiler breeders in your area. If your vet is recommending them then you can trust that recommendation. If you do not have a vet then there is no better time than the process of choosing a breeder to begin getting acquainted with a vet. They can be a valuable source of information in your search.

Always check out your local newspaper for advertisements from breeders. You never know whom you will find and it is always good to have more breeders to talk to in your search for a new pet. Keep track of which paper you found each breeder in because the breeder may want to know for their own advertising purposes or you may want to let the paper know that a particular breeder is less than reputable.
Many times goodRottweiler breeders only work on referrals so you may want to ask local farmers or current Rottweiler owners if they know of any good breeders that you can talk to in your search. Sometimes the best Rottweiler breeders can be the most difficult people to get a hold of so be persistent and try and get that referral to that one breeder that will supply you with the dog you want.

A good breeder can be hard to find so you will need a lot of sources to help you in your search. Sometimes the best places to find a good breeder is from other customers so if you know any Rottweiler owners then ask them what breeder they deal with. Whatever information you get remember to check out all the leads you can and make sure you talk to as many breeders as possible in your search.

You can use this article to help findRottweiler breeders, the cornerstone of a healthy puppy. The importantRottweiler information in this article can help you find the best breeders.

Rottweiler 101: The Breed Standard

SharonDavies — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:03:15 CDT

One of the most popular breeds of dogs in both Europe and America has been the Rottweiler. In America, the Rottweiler has been one of the ten most popular breeds of dogs for about twenty years. Part of the reason for their popularity is that they make great guard dogs. They are suspicious of strangers, but loyal and kind to the people and property they are protecting. They are highly trainable, extremely intelligent and look like they can easily rip a burglar's leg off. What's not to love?

In the past, Rottweilers were used as battle dogs, draught animals, and to round up and guard livestock. They have received a lot of press about being attack or guard dogs. Just like the German Shepherd, the trainability and size of the dog, unfortunately, makes for an animal that in the eagerness to please his master will rip somebody's leg off if told to. These are not dogs for first-time dog owners, anyone with health problems or apartment dwellers. They are bold, active dogs that need a lot of interaction with you and a lot of play.
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.

The expression on a Rottweiler's face is in direct contrast to their powerful, tank-like bodies. Their eyes (always brown) look curious and full of wonder. Their ears are floppy, like a Jack Russell's. Some heads are rounder than others, and some are quite blocky with a Boxer-blunt muzzle. 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. It is important to keep them exercised. A good Rottweiler is a tired Rottweiler. They also are calmer, healthier and less likely to roam or pick a fight with another dog if neutered.

It is hoped that theRottweiler breed standard will be changed to ban all tail docking. You can find many books in your local library that are full ofRottweiler information.

Do Rottweiler Dogs Make Good Pets?

SharonDavies — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:13:46 CDT

Most Rottweiler dogs that are abandoned are not bad dogs. It's that their owners did not take the time to learn basic Rottweiler information about care, feeding and exercise needs before taking one on. Rottweilers have been one of the most popular breeds of dogs in America for about thirty years, and not for the right reasons. Some people think sticking a Rottweiler in their yard makes for cheap home protection.

Rottweiler dogs need attention, purpose and activity much in the same way a pony or a horse does. Rottweilers were bred to run about all day, protecting his master's farm and property. They were also bred to look very intimidating, but to be gentle with the people he is charged to protect. Today, when Rottweilers are abandoned, it's usually die to their high-energy needs, or even their sheer size. They average over eighty pounds when full grown – that's about ten to twenty pounds more than a German Shepherd.
Rottweiler dogs need to be busy and to have a purpose in life. They need to be part of the family or at least be inside where the action is. Although the coat thickness and length can differ greatly with each Rottweiler, most Rottweilers cannot handle being left outside in extreme cold or extreme hot weather. If you are cold, you can be assured that your Rottweiler is, too.

Despite their intimidating size, huge teeth and muscle, they are great with kids. They are usually better with kids than they are with adults. Rottweiler dogs seem to realize that kids are not as strong or mature as adult humans or adult dogs and usually will be very tolerant of ear pulling or being crawled over. But if an adult human were to do that, the Rottweiler would get really annoyed. Don't annoy your Rottweiler (hey – some people need practical advice).
Rottweiler dogs are prone to some health conditions common for large dogs – a lot of which can be avoided with maintaining a good weight and getting regular exercise and annual check-ups. You can tell your Rottweiler is at a good weight in this way. Look down at your standing Rottweiler's back from above. There should be a noticeable waist, but no ribs should be showing. If you see an overstuffed sausage shape or a fuzzy pear shape, then your Rottweiler needs to go on a diet.

Be diligent about renewing your Rottweiler's license every year. The general public is very ignorant of basic Rottweiler information and assumes all Rottweilers are bloodthirsty killers. Rottweilers are also prone to wandering, if they get bored. Keeping Rottweiler dogs both licensed and micro chipped will not only make you better friends with the police, but will also help to erase the stigma unfairly attached to Rottweilers.

TheRottweiler has a reputation it does not deserve. With moreRottweiler information available to the general public, there will be fewer Rottweilers abandoned.

Rottweiler Information And Reputation

SharonDavies — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:22:29 CDT

The modern day Rottweiler dog breed developed in Rottweil, Germany and is named for that city. The breed had experienced a decline in popularity in the 1800s so much that only one Rottweiler was shown in the Heilbronn, Germany dog show in 1882. In 1901, a Rottweiler Club was formed in Germany and by 1935 the breed had been recognized by the American Kennel Club as a purebred member of the working dog group.

The Rottweiler has an illustrious though unconfirmed history. The breed is thought have descended from Roman mastiff dogs almost two thousand years ago. These dogs were a viable part of the conquering Roman army. They were used to herd cattle to feed the army and also as watchdogs. By 700 A.D., the Romans had been ousted from the city of "das Rote Wil" (the red tile) but ancestors of their dogs remained and were used as beasts of burden and for herding in the city, which later became Rottweil, Germany.
The personality and appearance of the Rottweiler dog breed make it unique.
Surprisingly, one of the first adjectives used to describe the Rottweiler's personality is calm. The breed is known to be an excellent, relaxed family pet. In fact, a calm, courageous and confident temperament is the breed standard according to the American Kennel Club, which registered the Rottweiler in 1935. Other personality traits include loyalty to family but aloofness with strangers, intelligence, work ethic and self-assuredness. All of these traits assist the Rottweiler dog in performing the tasks it does best such as herding, protecting, tracking, competing, and performing police and military work.

The Rottweiler's strong physical traits also define the breed. All purebred Rottweiler's have distinctive coloring with an all black short coat with brown markings in specific areas of the cheeks, muzzle, paws and legs. A strong and large dog, the Rottweiler is muscular and has a broad head and chest. Its tail is generally docked to give its body a longer, more streamlined appearance. Rottweilers are easily differentiated from other dog breeds due to their physical and personality traits.
It is important to clarify that the natural temperament of theRottweiler dog breed leans more toward calm than aggression. A potential Rottweiler buyer should research the breed and make sure he can handle a large, active dog before buying. However, a buyer should not be more afraid to buy a Rottweiler than any other dog breed. Steps a buyer can take to ensure he purchases a physically and emotionally healthy Rottweiler include researching the breed first and know what breed standard traits to look for, research breeders to find an ethical breeder of purebred Rottweilers, visit the breeder kennel to see how Rottweiler puppies are raised, obtain pedigree information to determine lineage, obtain health information to ensure the Rottweiler has been evaluated for genetic problems, ask the breeder to provide Rottweiler information, specifically on training and discipline, and lastly make sure the buyer's household is appropriate to meet the Rottweiler's social and activity needs

With many dog breeds, an alternative to buying from a breeder is buying a purebred from a rescue center. Because of Rottweilers' tendency toward aggression if they have suffered maltreatment, buying from a rescue center may not be a good option with this breed.

ARottweiler dog is known for personality traits such as loyalty, confidence and aloofness. However, when mistreated, a Rottweiler's inherent protective nature can manifest in aggressive and violent behavior. The Rottweiler dog has received an unnecessary bad reputation in recent years. This article providesRottweiler information to clarify the behavioral traits and temperament of this breed.

Rottweiler News

SharonDavies — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 18:55:36 CDT

All About The Rottweiler

SharonDavies — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:09:30 CST

There is little doubt in the mind of anyone who comes across the impressive Rottweiler that they appear to be a force that you do not want to go against. And that fear and respect is justified by not only the actions of the dog today, but also what this Rottweiler breed has done for people throughout the ages. In order to get a good idea of how important, smart and dedicated your Rottweiler can be, it is important to understand the history behind this breed.

You may be surprised to learn that this breed didn't come about as a mistake and that these dogs seemed to always have their place in society and were used to help their human owners in work and protection. By learning about the history of this breed, you may be better suited to understand what is going on behind that soft and gentle look on your dog's face which is incased in a more rough and tumble exterior. By opening up, you may be surprised at what you will learn.
Although many people would not think of it when looking at a Rottweiler, the ancestry of this dog actually dates back into ancient Roman times. It was then that this breed started as what was called the Roman drovers. The drovers were dogs used to serve the soldiers, as during the nights they would serve as guard dogs and alert them to any dangers, including surprise attacks from enemies and then the drovers would herd cattle during the daylight.

During the travels of Caesar, some of the drovers were left behind in Germany, and it was in Rottweil, Germany, where the dog got its name as they began to breed this dog in order to serve them the way they served the soldiers. They would serve as work dogs just like they did for the soldiers. There was no doubt in the minds of anyone that this was a dog to respect and respect them they did.
With theRottweiler pulling carts and barges, it seemed that they were suddenly irreplaceable but that thought soon came to an end with the introduction of the railroad. Now, without a job, the fate of the Rottweiler breed was not looking too great and there was fear they would soon cease to exist. But then the police stepped in and saw that the Rottweiler would make a wonderful police dog and in 1910, it was official, the Rottweiler was a police dog.

The American Kennel Club Stud Book accepted the Rottweiler breed into the registry in 1931 and through time the popularity of the breed only grew. For a decade, the Rottweiler stood within the top ten of the breeds registered with the American Kennel Club. But then, in the year 2000, eleventh place was given to the Rottweiler and the breed lost the decade long streak. The Rottweiler popularity still continued to grow and still became the member of many households across the world. Being as loved and respected now as they were back in the ancient Roman times, the Rottweiler is here to stay.

TheRottweiler is much more then a dumb guard dog as this breed is dedicated to their owners, not out of ignorance but out of love and respect.Rottweiler information can be found all over the place if you really need it. Using that information is the best thing you can do when bringing a Rottweiler into your family.