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Note to the owner
Owners of Rottweilers should take cognisance of the overall characteristics
of the breed and recognise the ones that are dominant in their particular animal.
Properly bred and well-reared Rottweilers share many similarities:
Territorial
Play full
Exuberant character that sometimes manifest in all sort of mischief
Loving with kids and his family
A rottwieler's sense of loyalty to its family is unbelievably strong.
Happiest when there is work to do
They just love to be worked. From pulling small carts to carrying things around the house they just love it.
Superb guard dog
The above nature together with sharp intelligence makes the Rottweiler a superb guard dog
Fact and Fiction
Enquire via Rottweiler clubs for reputable breeders and healthy puppies.
BE PREPARED TO WAIT FOR A WELL-BRED PUPPY
Kusa Group |
Working dogs |
FCI Group |
Molossian Type Group 2 |
Function of breed |
Cattle drover and other duties |
Grooming |
Regular brushing especially when shedding |
Watchdog |
Excellent |
Noise Factor |
Negligible |
Liefespan |
10 - 12 years |
Function for these days |
Sport, service and Companion dog |
Colour of coat |
Always black with clearly defined tan markings |
Appearance |
Medium large,powerful and robust. |
Weight of dogs |
Dogs approximately 50kg, bitches 42kg. |
Height |
Bitches between 56 -63cm and dogs 61 -68 cm. |
Temperament |
Good natured,very obedient, eager to work |
Compatiility with people |
Being self-assured and steady,the Rottweiler is very compatible with children and people. |
Indoors or Outdoors |
Both they do well |
Trainablitiy |
Excellent |
Health |
Good to excellent. Hip Dysplasia and Elbow Dysplasia are the main conern. But is strictly cntrolled in KUSA registered stock. |
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