So you want a Rottweiler...
Are you sure?
If you are not prepared to put in
100% supervision and training - PLEASE DON'T buy a Rottweiler
The Rottweiler needs
"quality" time
Rottweilers are extremely strong
and powerful dogs:
They are also very intelligent, affectionate,
loyal, courageous, confident and loving. They are easily obedience trained.
They can be wilful and subborn so
members of the family must establish their control over them. They prefer the humans of the household to be in control and
the pack leaders - but if you aren't they will be!
Most Rottweilers are very tolerant
towards children - others my not like the rough treatment children can sometimes inflict, so children must not be allowed
to tease a Rottweiler. Never leave a child unattended with your dog no matter how trained you think your dog is and that
rule goes for ANY breed of dog not just a Rottweiler. If they have been socialized, trained, raised with
common sense and mutual respect, a Rottweiler will give you a lifetime of loyalty and affection.
SOCIALIZE!!!!
The first few months in a puppies
life are crucial. A puppy is just like a sponge and what they learn is up to you. The right kind of socializing
is very important!
Be assertive with your puppy not
domineering. Reward your puppy for doing the right things. Develop a positive household for your puppy and praise
them when they do something right or somedays just for being good. If rough-housing or challenges of strength are your
idea of controlling the Rottweiler then it is NOT the breed for you.
Rottweilers need a firm but fair
hand
We strongly encourage new owners
to attend training classes with their dog. You should always have your Rottweiler under control. You should NOT
need to hit a puppy ever!!
