Rottweiler Facts
We recently took a look at how incredible pit bulls, very misunderstood dogs, are as a breed. Similar to pitties, Rottweilers are also mislabeled as aggressive and dangerous. But really, when properly trained and socialized, Rottweilers are extremely eager to please and are obsessed with their owners. To honor this breed, we rounded up 31 Rottweiler facts that all dog owners are going to love!
They are pretty popular.
According to the American Kennel Club, Rottweilers are the 10th most popular breed in America. The breed wasn’t as popular in 2009 and before then when it came in at number 13, but that’s still pretty high on the list!
They can gain weight easily…
So it’s important to give your Rottweiler a lot of exercise! Of course, all dogs are different, and many Rottie owners tend to obsess about their dog’s weight, so always talk with your vet if you’re concerned. You can also reference this puppy growth chart!
They are banned in some cities.
Similar to pit bulls, Rottweilers are banned in certain parts of America, as well as countries like Spain, France, and Italy. These countries are known for banning many types of dogs.
They love their families.
Rottweilers are known to be super protective and affectionate to their families. It may take a while for them to warm up, but once they do, they are yours forever.
They tend to get lonely…
Again, this is because they love and miss their owners a lot when they are gone. Therefore, don’t keep your Rottweiler alone too long. You literally become this pup’s whole life.
They are very smart.
This breed is considered the ninth smartest! That’s right, the breed joins the ranks of other smarties including German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers.
They tend to snore…
Rottweilers can have congestion when they sleep, so they may keep you up at night, but it’s definitely worth it.
They have a good life span.
If taken care of properly, Rottweilers can live anywhere from eight to 11 years. However, there are many Rotties who live well past 11 years.
They grown quite large!
Males can weigh up to 130 pounds, while females can weigh up to 100 pounds. Remember, size and weight varies depending on the dog.
They are from Europe!
Rotties are known to come from Germany, although, some say they have Roman decent.
Many famous people own Rottweilers…
Including: Will Smith, Bruno Mars and Hayden Pannettiere. In fact, Smith owns four Rottweilers, who by the way, have their own treadmill for when the actor is too tired to run with them.
They think their lap dogs…
Yeah, it doesn’t matter how big your Rottweiler is… they will try to sit on your lap. Again, this comes from the fact that they love their owners so much.
Speaking of… they can be tall.
Males and females can both get up to two feet tall on their four legs, this could make them nearly four feet when standing.
They were once popular police dogs.
This has to do with their size and intelligence, and of course, their incredible ability to smell. However, currently they aren’t very popular as police dogs.
They have special markings.
Rottweilers will usually have a black coat and brown markings over their eyes, cheeks, muzzle and legs. These markings are how you can tell if you’re dealing with a real Rottweiler or not.
They can be like big babies.
This breed tends drool, fart and sleep — a lot. The farting and drooling might not be appealing, but the sleeping is good for people who live in apartments as they won’t make much noise.
They can be RED!
This is very rare, but red Rottweilers do exist. Many breeders try to pass off mixed dogs as red Rottweilers, because again, they are so rare, so beware.
They have a tendency to lean.
Rottweilers tend to lean against people because they used to lean against cattle to help move them along. So if you notice your pup rubbing up against you, don’t worry, it’s probably okay.
They have controversial tails.
They do have a strong bite
They have 328 pounds of pressure in their bite! It’s actually the strongest of all dog bites, with the German Shepherd coming in second, and the American Pit Bull Terrier in at number three.
They must be trained.
You must properly train and socialize your pup… with authority. The earlier, the better. It’s especially important when it comes to meeting new people and animals.
They tend to shed a lot…
So, you’ll need to give them a good brushing every once in a while. But they are pretty low-maintenance for the most part.
They are gassy by nature…
Yep, they fart… a lot. If it becomes a very big issue, talk to your vet. You may be able to help by changing his or her food.
They are excellent workers.
Need a little help on the farm? Your Rottie will be there, since they were originally used
They make great watchdogs…
Because they aren’t super accepting at first, they make excellent watchdogs. But again, you’ll want to train them so they are comfortable with the main people in your life.
But they don’t make the best guards dogs…
Rottweilers can also be excellent watchdogs. When trained properly, they will not actually get involved with the threat, but will let yo know about it.
They are natural clowns.
At first your Rottie may seem reserved, but once he is comfortable, he will become a goofball. Again, train them to understand when they are playing too forcefully.
They have a lot of teeth.
…with 42 in their mouths!
They definitely don’t grow up fast…
It usually take two or three years for a puppy to mature. Other dogs tend to mature around 18 to 24 months.
They can have many health problems.
Rottweilers are prone to hip dysplasia, heart disease and bone cancer. Hip dysplasia can cause your dog to lip and lose his or her ability to run fast. Always take your dog for yearly checkups at the vet.
They are super cute!
… that is all!