What You Can Expect With Rottweiler Dogs

In the 1996 movie The Fan, starring Robert De Niro, a Rottweiler was finally portrayed accurately. This fictional Rottweiler loved to run on the beach, play with kids and was a big softie. Although the movie wasn't about the Rottweiler, it is a good indication of the true nature of Rottweilers. Because of their strength, they are not recommended for the first time dog owner or for those of a timid disposition.

With a dog so large and strong, even a terrified Rottweiler may accidentally hurt someone. On average, Rottweiler dogs weigh eighty pounds when full grown, with some males tipping the scales at over one hundred pounds.

A lot of that weight is due to the size of their hearts - well, not really, but they seem to have huge hearts. Rottweiler dogs are affectionate, loyal and great with kids if given a fair shake. They need proper nutrition and a close eye on their diets so they do not get too fat or too hyper.

They need a lot of daily exercise of at least one hour a day, preferably more. This can include walks, playing fetch, playing games or running about the yard. You need to make a commitment to taking care of a Rottweiler in the way you would have to care for a pony.

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).

Be choosy in selecting the Rottweiler information about care and training that you want to follow. Anyone who says to beat the dog or use shock collars have no idea what they are talking about. A frightened dog is far more dangerous than an angry one. Rottweiler dogs have been bred to be active all day and this has not been bred out of them. Rottweilers need positive reinforcement, praise and consistent commands.

Rottweiler dogs do deserve the reputation of being great guard dogs. They are wary of strangers, usually, and will be vocal about any strange being on your property. As they are gentle with their families, they are aggressive with any stranger they think is acting in a threatening manner. Some Rottweilers do not get on well with other dogs, but many will get along with all kinds of animals.

Rottweiler dogs tend to live to be ten to twelve years old with luck and good care. Hopefully, this Rottweiler information will assure you and your Rottweiler a long, happy relationship.

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