Dog Breeds
Rottweiler
A strong-willed guardian with a gentle heart, the Rottweiler is a breed of strength and loyalty in one.
Dog Breeds
Rottweiler
A strong-willed guardian with a gentle heart, the Rottweiler is a breed of strength and loyalty in one.
Dog Breeds
Rottweiler
A strong-willed guardian with a gentle heart, the Rottweiler is a breed of strength and loyalty in one.
Dog Breeds
Rottweiler
A strong-willed guardian with a gentle heart, the Rottweiler is a breed of strength and loyalty in one.
Other Names
Rottie, Rott, Rottweil Metzgerhund
Other Names
Rottie, Rott, Rottweil Metzgerhund
Other Names
Rottie, Rott, Rottweil Metzgerhund
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, CKC, ANKC
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, CKC, ANKC
Recognized By
AKC, FCI, UKC, CKC, ANKC
Country of Origin
Germany
Country of Origin
Germany
Country of Origin
Germany
Popularity in the UAE
Popular among experienced dog handlers and security professionals
Popularity in the UAE
Popular among experienced dog handlers and security professionals
Popularity in the UAE
Popular among experienced dog handlers and security professionals
Primary Use
Guard dog, companion dog, police dog, search and rescue, herding dog
Primary Use
Guard dog, companion dog, police dog, search and rescue, herding dog
Primary Use
Guard dog, companion dog, police dog, search and rescue, herding dog
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
Breed History
The Rottweiler’s history dates back to ancient Rome, where they descended from Roman drover dogs, which are likely related to Molossian war dogs.
Rottweilers are strong and intelligent canines that helped drive cattle and guard livestock during the Roman Empire’s expansion. As the Roman legions moved into what is now Germany, the breed settled in the town of Rottweil. This is where they became working dogs for butchers and earned the name “Rottweil Butcher’s Dog.”
In the 20th century, their intelligence, loyalty, and protective instincts led them to be used as police and military dogs. Today, Rottweilers are highly valued as working dogs that excel in protection, search and rescue, and as devoted family companions.
The Rottweiler’s history dates back to ancient Rome, where they descended from Roman drover dogs, which are likely related to Molossian war dogs.
Rottweilers are strong and intelligent canines that helped drive cattle and guard livestock during the Roman Empire’s expansion. As the Roman legions moved into what is now Germany, the breed settled in the town of Rottweil. This is where they became working dogs for butchers and earned the name “Rottweil Butcher’s Dog.”
In the 20th century, their intelligence, loyalty, and protective instincts led them to be used as police and military dogs. Today, Rottweilers are highly valued as working dogs that excel in protection, search and rescue, and as devoted family companions.
Health and Medical Concerns
Cancerology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Hematology & Immune System
Infectious Diseases
Neurology
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics
Pulmonology
Reproduction
Osteosarcoma (Bone Cancer)
Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that affects many Rottweilers, especially as they get older. It usually starts in the legs and can spread quickly to the lungs and other parts of the body. The early signs include limping, swelling, and pain in the affected limb. Researchers are studying genetic factors in Rottweilers to improve treatment plans. (Silver et al., 2024)
Lymphoma
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects a dog’s lymphatic system, which helps fight infections. Rotties are more likely than some other breeds to develop this disease. The most common signs include swollen lymph nodes, tiredness, weight loss, and a dull coat. In some cases, lymphoma can spread to the kidneys, liver, or other organs. (Snopek, 2024)
Health and Medical Concerns
Cancerology
Cancerology
Cancerology
Cardiology
Cardiology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Dermatology
Dermatology
Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Hematology & Immune System
Hematology & Immune System
Hematology & Immune System
Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases
Neurology
Neurology
Neurology
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics
Orthopedics
Orthopedics
Pulmonology
Pulmonology
Pulmonology
Reproduction
Reproduction
Reproduction
Temperament and Common Traits
Personality
Rottweilers are loyal, confident, and highly protective of their families. However, they can be reserved and cautious around strangers.
Rottweilers are loyal, confident, and highly protective of their families. However, they can be reserved and cautious around strangers.
Distinct Habits
They are naturally alert and bark to warn their owners of potential threats. Still, they are not known to be excessive barkers. Rotties have a strong guarding instinct, which includes positioning themselves between their owner and unfamiliar people.
They are naturally alert and bark to warn their owners of potential threats. Still, they are not known to be excessive barkers. Rotties have a strong guarding instinct, which includes positioning themselves between their owner and unfamiliar people.
Suitability for Work
Rotties excel as guard dogs, police dogs, and service animals. They can also work well as therapy and emotional support dogs when properly trained.
Rotties excel as guard dogs, police dogs, and service animals. They can also work well as therapy and emotional support dogs when properly trained.
Lifespan
The average life of a Rottweiler is 9 to 10 years.
Healthy Rotties can live up to 12 to 14 years, especially with excellent care. The oldest known Rottweiler was Max from Germany, who lived up to 21 years.
Healthy Rotties can live up to 12 to 14 years, especially with excellent care. The oldest known Rottweiler was Max from Germany, who lived up to 21 years.
Training and Care
Trainability
Rottweilers are highly intelligent and eager to learn. However, they require firm and consistent training. They also require early socialization and leadership to prevent dominant and stubborn behavior.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Trainability
Rottweilers are highly intelligent and eager to learn. However, they require firm and consistent training. They also require early socialization and leadership to prevent dominant and stubborn behavior.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Trainability
Rottweilers are highly intelligent and eager to learn. However, they require firm and consistent training. They also require early socialization and leadership to prevent dominant and stubborn behavior.
Exercise Requirements
Grooming Needs
Living Conditions
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Rottweilers can be sensitive to high temperatures due to their dense double coat. It’s important to monitor for signs of overheating in hot climates.
Precautions
Exercise should be scheduled during the cooler parts of the day, such as early mornings or late at night. Avoid high-intensity activities during peak heat seasons to prevent heatstroke.
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Rottweilers can be sensitive to high temperatures due to their dense double coat. It’s important to monitor for signs of overheating in hot climates.
Precautions
Exercise should be scheduled during the cooler parts of the day, such as early mornings or late at night. Avoid high-intensity activities during peak heat seasons to prevent heatstroke.
Breed Info in the UAE
Adaptability
Legalities
Availability
Heat Sensitivity
Rottweilers can be sensitive to high temperatures due to their dense double coat. It’s important to monitor for signs of overheating in hot climates.
Precautions
Exercise should be scheduled during the cooler parts of the day, such as early mornings or late at night. Avoid high-intensity activities during peak heat seasons to prevent heatstroke.
Diet & Nutrition
Dietary Needs
Rottweilers require high-protein and well-balanced diets to support their muscle mass and energy levels. The ideal diet should include lean meats, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Dietary Needs
Rottweilers require high-protein and well-balanced diets to support their muscle mass and energy levels. The ideal diet should include lean meats, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Dietary Needs
Rottweilers require high-protein and well-balanced diets to support their muscle mass and energy levels. The ideal diet should include lean meats, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
Sensitivities
Food Types
Portion Sizes
Suitability as a Pet
Ideal Owners
Rottweilers are best for experienced dog owners, active individuals, and families who can provide firm leadership and proper training.
Rottweilers are best for experienced dog owners, active individuals, and families who can provide firm leadership and proper training.
Rotties can be great family dogs when properly trained and socialized from a young age. They are affectionate and protective of children but should always be supervised during interactions due to their large size and strength. They can coexist with other pets, but it may depend on how early they were exposed.
Rotties can be great family dogs when properly trained and socialized from a young age. They are affectionate and protective of children but should always be supervised during interactions due to their large size and strength. They can coexist with other pets, but it may depend on how early they were exposed.
Compatibility with Children & Pets
First-Time Owner Friendly
Rottweilers require confident and experienced dog handlers who can consistently train them. They may not be best for first-time dog owners.
Rottweilers require confident and experienced dog handlers who can consistently train them. They may not be best for first-time dog owners.
Physical Characteristics
Head
Rottweilers have large and broad heads with slightly domed skulls. Their muzzles are well-proportioned, with black noses, and tight lips. They also have powerful jaws, which give them a strong bite.
Rottweilers have large and broad heads with slightly domed skulls. Their muzzles are well-proportioned, with black noses, and tight lips. They also have powerful jaws, which give them a strong bite.
Eyes
Their eyes are medium-sized, almond-shaped, and dark brown, which give them an alert but calm expression.
Their eyes are medium-sized, almond-shaped, and dark brown, which give them an alert but calm expression.
Ears
Rotties have medium-sized and triangular ears that are set high and hang close to the head.
Rotties have medium-sized and triangular ears that are set high and hang close to the head.
Body
Their bodies are muscular and well-proportioned with a broad chest, strong neck, and a straight, solid back leading to a slightly sloped rear.
Their bodies are muscular and well-proportioned with a broad chest, strong neck, and a straight, solid back leading to a slightly sloped rear.
Limbs
They have strong and straight legs with well-defined muscles. Their feet are compact and round with arched toes, providing stability and power.
They have strong and straight legs with well-defined muscles. Their feet are compact and round with arched toes, providing stability and power.
Tail
Rottie tails are traditionally docked, but when left natural, they’re medium in length, slightly curled, and carried level with the back when alert.
Rottie tails are traditionally docked, but when left natural, they’re medium in length, slightly curled, and carried level with the back when alert.
Coat
Their coats are short, dense, and coarse with a double-layered texture. The color is always black with well-defined rust or mahogany markings on the face, chest, and legs.
Their coats are short, dense, and coarse with a double-layered texture. The color is always black with well-defined rust or mahogany markings on the face, chest, and legs.
Size
Male Rottweilers stand 61-69 cm (24-27 inches), while females range from 56-63 cm (22-25 inches) at the shoulder.
Male Rottweilers stand 61-69 cm (24-27 inches), while females range from 56-63 cm (22-25 inches) at the shoulder.
Weight
Males have a typical weight of 50-60 kg (110-132 lbs), while females weigh 35-48 kg (77-105 lbs).
Males have a typical weight of 50-60 kg (110-132 lbs), while females weigh 35-48 kg (77-105 lbs).
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Unique care for your best friends, because they’re family.
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