The Rottweiler is powerful, calm, trainable, courageous dog. They are devoted to their master and family, defending them fiercely if needed. The Rottweiler makes a docile, natural guard dog with a laid-back, reliable temperament. They are also highly intelligent and have proven their worth working with the police and military. Rotties can be trained for competitive obedience. Because of their size, training should begin when the dog is a small puppy.

German Rotties are bred to be shorter, stockier and have a bigger blockier head, while American Rotties are bred to be taller and leggier without as blocky a head.

The Rottweiler's smooth, glossy coat is easy to groom. Brush, when needed, with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. Rottweilers need plenty of exercise. This working breed thrives on excerise. They need to be taken on a daily walk or jog.

AVERAGE WEIGHT: 7-16 lbs.
AVERAGE HEIGHT: 9-12"