Typically steadfast, sensible, and serious (though some are happy-go-lucky clowns!), the Rottweiler tends to respond quietly and with a wait-and-see attitude to influences in his environment.
This muscular dog needs some space and exercise: brisk daily walks, interactive romping sessions, and regular opportunities to stretch out and run. Mental exercise (advanced obedience, agility, retrieving a ball, Schutzhund) is even more important and appreciated.
Most Rottweilers are inclined toward dominance and will test for position in the family pecking order, but they will respect an assertive owner who knows how to lead a strong-minded dog.
Overall, the Rottweiler is a splendid, capable companion in the right hands, but without ongoing companionship, socialization, obedience training, and supervision, he is “too much dog” for many households.
If you are considering to own a rottweiler, or you’ve just become a new rottie owner, there are some realities you do need to fully accept.
Check out the twelve realities new rottweiler owners must accept on the next page! …and if you already are a rottie owner, see if you can relate!
Dan Philip McCall
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Victoria Jayne McCall
James Morley
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Ashley Elizabeth Seely we need one
Lucinda Bell
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YES love these dogs
Theresa Maes Sweeney
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Most definitely can relate to all of these. Including….. I’ll watch you unroll the toilet paper and when you’re gone to work….. I’ll unravel the whole roll!!! Also you won’t have to file bill papers away because I saw you put them in a drawer so I opened it and chewed them up for you!!!
Robyn Misty Hillier
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Ahhhhh I can’t wait to get a Rottie. I’ve been in love with the breed for years but I’m waiting until I have the space and money to be able to have a large dog. One day! <3
Eric Brown
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Cathie Brown see No6
Eric Brown
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Our Rottie loves TV and can sit and watch a whole programme.
Janice Scafuri
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Mine watches tv and barks at every animal on it and she has memorized the commercials with animals in them
Anabel Leon
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Lol YES!
Elvis Aaron Prezz
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Natalie Smith
Cathie Brown
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So true
Steve Graham
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So true
Richard Allen Bowling
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Nicole Bowling
Chris Louis
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Carrie Cogan
Matt Welsh
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Ainslie Williams
Brett Barker
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I’ve had my first one for nine months now and I understand all 12 of those. Just wish I’ve gotten him sooner best dog and best friend forever
Diane Brewer
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I loverotties
Phyllis Swain
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I lv rotties too
Wonderful dogs
Justin Bender
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Wish there was a rescue program in northern wi.
Abinesh Kumar
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I can relate..
Inga Inia
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I love my girl
Carol Robidoux
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All of it is true, love my baby
Teresa Jackson
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All of these are right on.