ADDITIONAL ROTTWEILER PICTURES
Family: Mastiff
Breed Group: Mastiff, AKC Working
Origin: Germany
Date of Origin: 12th century
Originally used for: Herding, guarding
Used today: Companion, police, military, guarding
Other Name(s):
History of the Breed: This breed can trace its foundation stock back to the introduction of the Roman armies into Europe. The Romans
required massive supply lines to provision the traveling army. Drover dogs were used to keep the cattle herds that were part of the supply
line intact. These Mastiff type dogs were also used to guard the provisions at night. The Roman army eventually worked its way over the Alps into
what is now Württemberg, Germany and eventually into the small town of Rottweil. This area became known for its cattle and its cattle dogs. Bred
from the Roman cattle dogs, they excelled at droving and guarding the cattle from robbers and wild animals. This breed came to be known as the
Rottweiler Metzgershund "the Butcher's Dog of Rottweil". By the late 19th century, the breed almost became extinct. The driving of cattle
was outlawed and these dogs had little use. The need for Police dogs during World War I led to a great need for the Rottweiler and the population
was restored.
In 1935 the breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club.
General Appearance: A powerfully built large breed. The head is broad with a slightly rounded forehead. The muzzle is
broad with a well developed chin and black nose. The almond shaped eyes are dark brown. The medium size, pendant ears are
triangular shaped and set well apart and hang forward. The body has a deep broad powerful chest reaching to the elbow. The back is
straight and strong. The loin is short, deep and well muscled. The tail is docked short. The black coat is short and course with tan
markings on the cheeks, muzzle, chest, legs, and eyebrows.
Height & Weight:
Height 22-27 Inches
Weight 80-135 Pounds
Coat: A double coat, with a waterproof under coat and a short and coarse top coat.
Color: Black with tan markings on the cheeks, muzzle, chest, legs, and eyebrows.
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Intelligent, they have a strong desire to please their owners. They have been bred as guard dogs for hundreds of years and can be dominant and resort to aggressiveness in unfamiliar situations.
Friendly with children: Yes, provided socialization with children and strangers begins at an early age.
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, provided proper socialization with other dogs and pets begins at an early age.
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: High, daily exercise is recommended
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, bloat, hypothyroidism
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 10-12 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 17
First Registered by the AKC: 1931
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
American Rottweiler Club
Rottweiler Club of Canada, Inc.
Breeders:
Vom Hause Gruver Rottweilers
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