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The Rottweiler originates in Italy and has many special skills. It can be a watchdog, guard dog, or family dog. |
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The shoulder for is 25-31 in and for females it is 23-28 in. They have a short outer coat with a thick under layer. They are black with brown markings. Long hairs occur occasionally but are not recognized as show dogs. A white chest marking is accepted but is not good. |
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A rubber glove should be run over the dog during shedding, as it works better than a brush. If you want the coat to be shiny, there are lotions that can be used. The claws should be kept short and the ears clean. |
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The Rottweiler is a smart, obedient, unconditionally loyal, vigilant, protective, brave, strong, and imposing. It can get jealous and will protect its family until the very end. They often get attached to one person. |
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They are dominant by nature and need a calm trainer that is confident and fair. A puppy must be taught what it can can't do. This breed is very sensitive to voice so use it for punishment as well as praise. |
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A varied training program is best for these dogs. It is usually necessary to be more forceful with males as females tend to be slightly gentler by nature. |
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Rottweilers are best security and defense work and sports. Although other breeds can be trained more quickly for that kind of work. |
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If a Rottweiler is consistently brought up and trained, it will be good to the family and a playmate to the kids. Other pets will be accepted if it had good experiences with them when they were young. |
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Some Rottweilers will try to dominate other dogs to assert themselves. Friends and family are usually enthusiastically welcomed while a stranger won't even get close. They are outstanding watchdogs. |
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Rottweilers need lots of exercise and they should get it. Running in the woods or fields is good because they have no desire to stray far from you. Swimming or running beside a bicycle are perfect and they love retrieving a ball. |