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What You Need To Know About Rottweiler Dogs

By: Sharon Davies. A lot of work has to go into a relationship between a Rottweiler and his or her human. Usually, they both need training. There is no need to resort to training gimmicks like shock collars or prong collars with most Rottweilers. They will only scare Rottweiler dogs, not make them dependable.

Rottweilers are incredibly eager to please and highly trainable. They are also very large, very boisterous and naturally like to question orders. There is not one mean bone in their bodies, unless they are taught to be mean or they are not given proper exercise and attention. Rottweilers left chained in a back yard will go crazy out of boredom and in trying to get someone's attention. These are dogs that thrive indoors with people.

Rottweiler dogs have the reputation of being vicious attack dogs. In the 1980's, the average American was more afraid of Rottweilers than of Pit Bulls. They can provoke attitudes of fear, anger and panic within strangers who know nothing about the Rottweiler's true nature.

If you are thinking of taking on a Rottweiler, ask your neighbors how they feel about Rottweiler dogs. Rottweilers usually do not do well in apartments or cramped quarters, unless they get a lot of daily exercise.

Rottweiler dogs go crazy when left all by themselves, such as when they are chained in someone's back yard as a cheap security system. If they do not get proper exercise, they will find ways of burning up their considerable energy, including destroying your home. These are not dogs that can be left alone in your home while you are at work unless they are given fun activities to do while you are away and given long walks.

Another reason Rottweiler dogs get abandoned is due to their health. Rottweiler dogs are not as prone to illnesses like some other breeds, but they need their diets and exercise monitored, especially as puppies. Too much food or too little exercise can damage the growing Rottweiler's skeleton and joints. Rottweilers of all ages are prone to hip or elbow dysplasia, which is curable, but costly. Most people would rather buy a new car than pay for their dog's veterinary bills.

Rottweiler dogs do deserve the reputation of being great guard dogs. They are wary of strangers, usually, and will be vocal about any strange being on your property. As they are gentle with their families, they are aggressive with any stranger they think is acting in a threatening manner. Some Rottweilers do not get on well with other dogs, but many will get along with all kinds of animals.

Be diligent about renewing your Rottweiler's license every year. The general public is very ignorant of basic Rottweiler information and assumes all Rottweilers are bloodthirsty killers. Rottweilers are also prone to wandering, if they get bored. Keeping Rottweiler dogs both licensed and micro chipped will not only make you better friends with the police, but will also help to erase the stigma unfairly attached to Rottweilers.

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Sharon Davies is a passionate lover of the Rottweiler and owns a popular website that can teach you how to have a happy, healthy and well behaved Rottweiler. Among other topics at this website, you will find out more about Rottweiler Character plus a whole lot more.

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