Rottweiler Breed Information
Rottweilers 2010 Wall Calendar
A calm, powerful dog, the Rottweiler is a loyal companion and steadfast guardian. The Rottweiler takes its name from the town of Rottweil, Germany, where the breed was developed. Hardworking and intelligent, it has served honorably as a police and military dog. It also excels at herding, tracking and competitive obedience. This 2006 deluxe wall calendar is devoted to the reliable Rottweiler.
| Other Names | None | |||
| Country of Origin | Germany | |||
| Approximate Date of Origin | Antiquity | |||
| AKC Group | Working Group | |||
| First Use | Cattle herding, Guard dog | |||
| Today's Use | Companion, Police dog, Guarding | |||
| Life Expectancy | 11 - 12 years | |||
| Coat | Short, flat, coarse | |||
| Color | Black with rust markings on chest, muzzle, cheeks, legs, above eyes and under tail | |||
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| Approximate Height | 22 - 27 in | |||
| Approximate Weight | 95 - 110 lbs | |||
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| Thrives is Hot Climates | No | |||
| Thrives in Cold Climates | Somewhat | |||
| Easy to Train | Somewhat | |||
| Good With Other Dogs | No | |||
| Good With Other Pets | No | |||
| Good with Children | Somewhat | |||
| Good as a Watchdog | Yes | |||
| Good For Protection | Yes | |||
| Recognized by... | AKC | CKC | FCI | KC |
| Noisiness | Below Average | |||
| Common Health Problem | Elbow & hip dysplasia, bone cancer and rupture of cranial cruciate ligament Less than 1% of the Rottweiler breed has heart problem. | |||
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