This dog from Germany, is known for being a sheepdog, guarding, doing police work, and being a watchdog. Rottweilers are dominant and live to be around nine years of age.

Rottweilers are generally good with children, but on rare occasions, these dogs have caused serious injuries due to their size. They should be kept away from children age five and under for this reason.

Rottweilers should be trained early in their lives, because of their size and strength. Fortunately, they are very intelligent working dogs, and will respond very quickly.

These dogs are always black, with clearly defined markings on their cheeks, muzzle, chest, and legs, as well as over both eyes. These markings range from rust to mahogany.

Rottweilers are dogs that need to live in a large apartment or house with a yard. They are not hypoallergenic, and their average food cost is thirty dollars.

The average height for Rottweilers are 23 to 27 inches, and their weight ranges from 80to 135 pounds.