Rottweiler
Powerful, loyal, and confident guardian dogs
Height
22-27 inches
Weight
80-135 pounds
Life Span
8-10 years
Breed Group
Working Group
Characteristics
Temperament
ConfidentLoyalProtectiveStrongCalm
Good With
FamiliesProtectionWorkingTraining
Care Needs
exercise
High
grooming
Low
training
Needs firm training
shedding
Moderate
energy Level
High
barking
When necessary
History
Originally bred in Germany as cattle drovers and guard dogs, descended from Roman drover dogs.
Health
Common Issues
- Hip Dysplasia
- Heart Problems
- Eye Problems
- Cancer
Recommended Tests
- Hip Evaluation
- Cardiac Exam
- Eye Examination
- Elbow Evaluation