Name : Rottweiler Origin : Germany Group : Mastiff Size : 68cm (27in) Weight : 49kg (110lbs) Life Span : 9 years Colour : Black and tan or black and mahogany
- Rottweilers are large sized dogs native to Germany.
- They belong to mastiff group of dogs.
- On an average they grow to be around 68cm long and weigh around 49kg.
- Their average lifespan is around 9 years.
- They are large and very strong dogs.
- Early socialization and exposure to many people makes them self-assured and steady.
- It is imperative to expose them to new animals and situations very early in life.
- They need to be trained firmly and consistently by the owner who can assert to be their leader.
- In absence of proper training, they have a natural tendency to assert dominance.
- Poor training may also make them very aggressive and destructive which can be a great threat due to their power and size.
- Abuse, natural guarding tendencies, poor breeding and handling and lack of early socialization are associated with their aggression.