History

To root of the conquests of the Empire, the dogs taken by the Romans to the invaded countries were crossing the native dogs of each region giving like result new races. The German city of Rottweil was one of the routes used by the legionaries and it was an important nucleus in the cattle trade. This fact caused the cattle traders to enter and to exit the city constantly. The butchers needed strong dogs to protect the bought head of cattle, as well as the cash collected in their commercial transactions.

It was said that they placed the money in a bag in the necklace of the dogs thus not to risk to be robbed. Although for that reason they can seem dangerous, to the contrary they are magnificent dogs with infinite nobility when his owner is in charge; when they have been trained and disciplined in strict ways. Their mental power demands a master with strong hand, since they are not dogs of nascent. This animal is really affectionate and faithful, until the point to constantly look for to be caressed by the inhabitants of the house.

In present times, they are used for their qualities as guardian dogs. Not in vain, they are habitual to find them in armies and police forces of numerous countries. The typical temperament of the race is not of distracted calm, not a slow dog, sure of itself, able to detect the intentions of the stranger without demonstrating distrust. It is a dog that distinguishes itself for being very loyal, agile, resistant and hard working.Their calm temperament also makes them suitable as family guardians and companions. Today, the Rottweiler is one of the most popular breeds in the United States.

Description

A muscular, athletic extremely powerful dog with a broad head and rounded forehead. The body is slightly longer than high, with a level topline. The short black coat has clearly defined rust-colored markings. There is a rust spot over each eye, and often markings on the cheeks, chest, on the lower legs and under the tail. The triangular ears are pendant and the nose is wide and black. The lips are black and the inside of the mouth is dark colored. Though often born with rear dewclaws.

Personality

Calm, trainable, courageous and devoted. Protective; he will defend his family fiercely. Serious, steady and confident. Firm and careful training is essential for this breed, otherwise you may wind up with a very powerful and overly aggressive dog. Requires a dominant, experienced owner. A natural guard dog with a mellow temperament.

Behavior

Children: Good only when raised with children from puppyhood.

Friendliness: Reserved with strangers.

Trainability: Easy to train.

Independence: Fairly independent.

Dominance: High.

Other Pets: Good with other pets if raised with them from puppyhood.

Combativeness: Tends to be fairly dog-aggressives.

Noise: Average barker.

Talents

Tracking, herding, watchdog, guarding, police work, carting, competitive obedience, and Schutzhund.