This article is about the dog breed. For other uses, see Rottweiler (disambiguation).
Rottweiler
Nicknames
RottieRottWeily
Country of origin
Germany
[hide]Traits
Weight
Male
≈50 kg (130 pounds)
Female
≈42 kg (95 pounds)
Height
Male
61 to 68 cm (24-27 inches)
Female
56 to 63 cm (22-25 inches)
Coat
Short, hard and thick
Color
Black and rust or black and a mahogany
Life span
10-11 years
[show]Classification & standards
FCI
Group 2 Section 2 #147
standard
AKC
Working
standard
ANKC
Group 6 (Utility)
standard
CKC
Group 3 - Working
standard
KC (UK)
Working
standard
NZKC
Utility
standard
UKC
Guardian Dog
standard
The rottweiler,or Rottweil Metzgerhund, was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931. It is a hardy, intelligent, and even misunderstood breed.
Contents[hide]
1 Description
1.1 Appearance
1.1.1 Size
1.2 Temperament
1.2.1 Aggressiveness
2 Health
3 History
4 The Rottweiler in media
4.1 Books
4.2 Film and television
4.3 Comics
5 References
6 External links
//
Description
Appearance
An undocked Rottweiler in profile
The breed is almost always black with clearly defined tan or mahogany markings on the cheeks, muzzle, chest and legs. The coat is medium length and consists of a waterproof undercoat and a coarse top coat. Rottweiler coats tend to be low maintenance, although they experience shedding during their periods. The skull is typically massive, but without excessive jowls.
Size
According to FCI standard, the Rottweiler stands 61 to 68 cm (24-27 inches) at the withers for males, and 56 to 62.5 cm (22-25 inches) for females.[1] Average weight is 50 kg (110 pounds) for males and 42 kg (95 pounds) for females.
Temperament
The neutrality of this section is disputed.Please see the discussion on the talk page.(May 2008)Please do not remove this message until the dispute is resolved.
In the hands of a responsible owner, a well trained and socialized Rottweiler can be a reliable, alert dog and a loving companion. However, any poorly trained dog can become a danger in the wrong circumstances. Rottweilers that are well trained and cared for can be as well behaved as any other dog and in general they are fond of children, very devoted, quick to learn, and eager to please. However, if they are not receiving the mental stimulation they need, they will find creative and sometimes destructive ways to elicit it. Such behavioral problems as chewing and barking for attention can be a result of lack of human interaction. The Rottweiler is a working dog that is also good for protection of children, as well as guard duties.
The Rottweiler is a steady dog with a self-assured nature, but early socialization and exposure to as many new people, animals, and situations as possible is very important in developing these qualities. The Rottweiler also has a natural tendency to assert dominance if not properly trained. Rottweilers' large size and strength make this an important point to consider: an untrained, poorly trained, or abused Rottweiler can learn to be extremely aggressive and destructive and, if allowed to run at large, can pose a significant physical threat to humans or other animals. They can be strong-willed and should be trained in a firm and consistent manner. The owner must be perceived by the dog as the leader. If the owner fails to achieve this status the Rottweiler will readily take on the role. Aggression in Rottweilers is associated with poor breeding, poor handling, lack of socialization, natural guarding tendencies, and abuse.
The Rottweiler is not usually a barker. Male dogs are silent watchers that notice everything before they attack. When the male attacks, he tends to go very still, there's no warning growl or movement and are often quite stoic. Females may become problem barkers in order to protect their den. An attentive owner is usually able to recognize when a Rottweiler perceives a threat. Barking is usually a sign of annoyance with external factors (car alarms or other disturbances) rather than a response to actual threats.
Aggressiveness
A male runt Rottweiler; puppies that are atypical of the breed standard are often sold by breeders as family pets.
In recent years the breed has received some negative publicity, possibly related to the fact that in the US, the Rottweiler is the number two breed of dog named in fatal human attacks from 1979 to 1998 in a report by the CDC[2]. Rottweilers are a powerful breed with well developed genetic guarding and herding instincts, and prey drive. Dangerous behavior in Rottweilers potentially results from irresponsible ownership, abuse, neglect, or lack of socialization. This tendency may extend towards other animals as well. Often injuries and maulings occur when an owner or passerby tries to separate fighting dogs, or unintentionally triggers a guarding behavior in a dog. The portrayal of Rottweilers as evil dogs in several fictional films and TV series, most notably in The Omen, has added to their negative publicity and popularity among backyard breeders. Rottweilers are banned in many municipalities, some scattered countries, and are sometimes targeted as dangerous dogs by legislation, such as in the Netherlands. Many owners of Rottweilers are forced to obey state leash/muzzle laws, as in Germany, France and Venezuela. Rottweilers are not recommended for people who have little experience with dogs, or understand little about dog psychology and responsible canine ownership.
Health
The Rottweiler is a tough and hardy breed, but potential owners should be aware of known health issues that can affect this breed. Rottweilers are highly prone to be affected by serious diseases mainly to its hips. The most serious genetic health risks a Rottweiler faces are canine hip dysplasia (CHD), subvalvular aortic stenosis (SAS), elbow dysplasia, and osteosarcoma. Other conditions which may affect this breed include hypothyroidism, gastric torsion (bloat), torn crucial ligament and allergies.[3] Rottweiler owners should have their dogs' hips, elbows, heart, and eyes tested by a veterinarian before breeding. DNA tests should also be performed to screen for von Willebrand's disease (vWD). Rottweilers typically live between 10 and 11 years.[4]
History
The breed is an ancient one, whose history stretches back to the Roman Empire. In those times, the legions traveled with their meat on the hoof and required the assistance of working dogs to herd the cattle. One route the army traveled was through Württemberg and on to the small market town of Rottweil. The principal ancestors of the first Rottweilers during this time was supposed to be the Roman war dog, local sheepdogs the army met on its travels, and dogs with molosser appearance coming from England and The Netherlands.
This region eventually became an important cattle area, and the descendants of the Roman cattle dogs proved their worth in both driving and protecting the cattle from robbers and wild animals. However, by the end of the 19th Century, the breed had declined so much that in 1900 there was only one female to be found in the town of Rottweil. The build up to World War I saw a great demand for police dogs, and that led to a revival of interest in the Rottweiler. In fact, in the mid 1990s, the popularity of the Rottweiler reached an all time high with it being the 2nd most registered dog by the AKC. [5]
From that time the breed has become popular with dog owners, and in 1935 was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club. In 1936, Rottweilers were exhibited in Britain at Crufts. In 1966, a separate register was opened for the breed.
The first Rottweiler club in Germany, named DRK ("Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub" — German Rottweiler Club) was created the 13 January 1907, and followed by the creation of the SDRK ("Süddeutscher Rottweiler-Klub" — South German Rottweiler Club) on the 27 April 1907 and became the IRK (International Rottweiler Club). The DRK counted around 500 Rottweiler, the SDRK 3000 Rottweilers. The goals of the two clubs were different. The DRK wanted to produce working dogs and did not emphasize the morphology of the Rottweiler. The main stud dog of this club was Lord von der Teck. The IRK tried to produce a homogeneous morphology according to their standard. One of the main stud dogs of this club was Ralph von Neckar.
A popular misconception about the Rottweiler is that the breed was bred for dog fighting.
The Rottweiler in media
Good Dog, Carl book cover
Books
Bruiser,[6] from the Burke series of novels by Andrew Vachss.
Carl, from Good Dog, Carl.
"Hoot," from "Carl Hiaasen."
Tracy Beaker's imaginary pet Rottweiler.
Cupcake, from the Mercy Hollings series of novels by Toni Andrews
Film and television
In the UK tv series Dog Borstal a pet rottweiler appears in a program
Marylin Rexroth's guard dogs in the film Intolerable Cruelty.
Reggie, from Las Vegas.
Arnold, from Entourage.
Cofi, from Amores Perros.
Fang from Dumb and Dumberer.
Gerta and Muzzle/Scout, from Road Rovers.
Killer, from Half Baked.
A Rottweiler was the host of the Xenomorph in the theatrical version of Alien 3.
Mirror-Universe Porthos, from Star Trek: Enterprise (in the "normal" universe, Porthos is a beagle.)
Prince, from The People Under the Stairs.
Snots, from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Triumph the Insult Comic Dog is a puppet of a Rottweiler.
A Rottweiler appears as the Bueller family pet in Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
A Rottweiler guards the cemetery in the Pet Sematary.
Rottweilers appear as security dogs in Catch That Kid.
Rottweilers chase Gregory Peck in The Omen.
A Rottweiler is (humorously) taken in by Martin Riggs in Lethal Weapon 3, and reappears as his and Lorna Cole's pet along with Riggs' other dog in Lethal Weapon 4.
A Rottweiler (Nugent) appears in the animated film Over the Hedge chasing RJ and Verne and later biting Dwayne.
Rommel in the movie Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties
A Rottweiler kept by Coop and Remer attacks Squeak in Baseketball.
Riff Raff, in the movie Underdog.
Two Rottweilers appear in Conan the Barbarian.
Bruiser falls in love with Leslie, a congressman's Rottweiler in Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde.
Latrell Spencer's pet dog from White Chicks.
Cujo, Brett's dog from Kath and Kim.
A Rottweiler appears as the Callahan guard dog who attacks Paul (Rob Lowe) in Tommy Boy.
A Rottweiler appears in a few scenes in the 2006 horror film The Breed
A Rottweiler chases Sam Witwicky in "Transformers"
A Rottweiler appears in the TV Show, "Drake & Josh". The Rottweiler attacks Drake and Josh while they are in their teacher's house and the dog forces them to lock themselves in the bathroom.
UK tv series Green Green Grass has a Rottweiler
UK tv series Coronation Street featured two Rottweilers
Christmas Vacation 2 features a Rottweiler
The Siege features a Rottweiler
UK tv series "Cadfael"(the rose rent) features a Rottweiler
A Rottweiler appears in an episode of MONK
A Rottweiler is in an episode of Diagnosis Murder
A Rottweiler is in Ripping Yarns (The reluctant Rash)
A Rottweiler is in an episode of Smallville
A Rottweiler is featured in the episode "Good Dog Karl" of the series Maximum Bob
A Rottweiler appears in Close Encounters of The Third Kind
In the new show New Amsterdam, John Amsterdam has a pet Rottwelier.
In the comedy series Black Books, Manny calms a Rottweiler.
A Rotty is featured in the children's 3-D animated movie The Wild when a vicious Rottweiler, toy poodle, and Pit Bull chase the main characters in the streets of New York City.
A Rottweiler bullies Shoeshine near the end of the movie Underdog, teamed with two "sidekick" Pit Bulls
In King Of The Hill episode Dances with Dogs, Bill owns a Rottweiler.
Gianluca Zambrotta owns a Rottweiler
Comics
Max from The Punisher.
Fang in Heathcliff comic
References
^ USRC Breed Standard
^ Breeds of dog involved in fatal human attacks in the U.S. between 1979 and 1998
^ Rottweiler Care - Breeder Retriever, URL dated January 2, 2007
Coile, Caroline, Ph. D., Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds, Barron's Educational Series, 2005. Page 144.
http://www.vansach.com/history.htm
Bruiser and Wolfe, excerpted from Down Here, by Andrew Vachss. Vintage, 2005.
The International Encyclopedia of Dogs; Stanley Dangerfield and Elsworth Howell (editors), Pelham Books, London, 1985. ISBN 0-7207-1561-X
Rottweiler
Nicknames
RottieRottWeily
Country of origin
Germany
[hide]Traits
Weight
Male
≈50 kg (130 pounds)
Female
≈42 kg (95 pounds)
Height
Male
61 to 68 cm (24-27 inches)
Female
56 to 63 cm (22-25 inches)
Coat
Short, hard and thick
Color
Black and rust or black and a mahogany
Life span
10-11 years
[show]Classification & standards
FCI
Group 2 Section 2 #147
standard
AKC
Working
standard
ANKC
Group 6 (Utility)
standard
CKC
Group 3 - Working
standard
KC (UK)
Working
standard
NZKC
Utility
standard
UKC
Guardian Dog
standard
The rottweiler,or Rottweil Metzgerhund, was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931. It is a hardy, intelligent, and even misunderstood breed.
Contents[hide]
1 Description
1.1 Appearance
1.1.1 Size
1.2 Temperament
1.2.1 Aggressiveness
2 Health
3 History
4 The Rottweiler in media
4.1 Books
4.2 Film and television
4.3 Comics
5 References
6 External links
//
Description
Appearance
An undocked Rottweiler in profile
The breed is almost always black with clearly defined tan or mahogany markings on the cheeks, muzzle, chest and legs. The coat is medium length and consists of a waterproof undercoat and a coarse top coat. Rottweiler coats tend to be low maintenance, although they experience shedding during their periods. The skull is typically massive, but without excessive jowls.
Size
According to FCI standard, the Rottweiler stands 61 to 68 cm (24-27 inches) at the withers for males, and 56 to 62.5 cm (22-25 inches) for females.[1] Average weight is 50 kg (110 pounds) for males and 42 kg (95 pounds) for females.
Temperament
The neutrality of this section is disputed.Please see the discussion on the talk page.(May 2008)Please do not remove this message until the dispute is resolved.
In the hands of a responsible owner, a well trained and socialized Rottweiler can be a reliable, alert dog and a loving companion. However, any poorly trained dog can become a danger in the wrong circumstances. Rottweilers that are well trained and cared for can be as well behaved as any other dog and in general they are fond of children, very devoted, quick to learn, and eager to please. However, if they are not receiving the mental stimulation they need, they will find creative and sometimes destructive ways to elicit it. Such behavioral problems as chewing and barking for attention can be a result of lack of human interaction. The Rottweiler is a working dog that is also good for protection of children, as well as guard duties.
The Rottweiler is a steady dog with a self-assured nature, but early socialization and exposure to as many new people, animals, and situations as possible is very important in developing these qualities. The Rottweiler also has a natural tendency to assert dominance if not properly trained. Rottweilers' large size and strength make this an important point to consider: an untrained, poorly trained, or abused Rottweiler can learn to be extremely aggressive and destructive and, if allowed to run at large, can pose a significant physical threat to humans or other animals. They can be strong-willed and should be trained in a firm and consistent manner. The owner must be perceived by the dog as the leader. If the owner fails to achieve this status the Rottweiler will readily take on the role. Aggression in Rottweilers is associated with poor breeding, poor handling, lack of socialization, natural guarding tendencies, and abuse.
The Rottweiler is not usually a barker. Male dogs are silent watchers that notice everything before they attack. When the male attacks, he tends to go very still, there's no warning growl or movement and are often quite stoic. Females may become problem barkers in order to protect their den. An attentive owner is usually able to recognize when a Rottweiler perceives a threat. Barking is usually a sign of annoyance with external factors (car alarms or other disturbances) rather than a response to actual threats.
Aggressiveness
A male runt Rottweiler; puppies that are atypical of the breed standard are often sold by breeders as family pets.
In recent years the breed has received some negative publicity, possibly related to the fact that in the US, the Rottweiler is the number two breed of dog named in fatal human attacks from 1979 to 1998 in a report by the CDC[2]. Rottweilers are a powerful breed with well developed genetic guarding and herding instincts, and prey drive. Dangerous behavior in Rottweilers potentially results from irresponsible ownership, abuse, neglect, or lack of socialization. This tendency may extend towards other animals as well. Often injuries and maulings occur when an owner or passerby tries to separate fighting dogs, or unintentionally triggers a guarding behavior in a dog. The portrayal of Rottweilers as evil dogs in several fictional films and TV series, most notably in The Omen, has added to their negative publicity and popularity among backyard breeders. Rottweilers are banned in many municipalities, some scattered countries, and are sometimes targeted as dangerous dogs by legislation, such as in the Netherlands. Many owners of Rottweilers are forced to obey state leash/muzzle laws, as in Germany, France and Venezuela. Rottweilers are not recommended for people who have little experience with dogs, or understand little about dog psychology and responsible canine ownership.
Health
The Rottweiler is a tough and hardy breed, but potential owners should be aware of known health issues that can affect this breed. Rottweilers are highly prone to be affected by serious diseases mainly to its hips. The most serious genetic health risks a Rottweiler faces are canine hip dysplasia (CHD), subvalvular aortic stenosis (SAS), elbow dysplasia, and osteosarcoma. Other conditions which may affect this breed include hypothyroidism, gastric torsion (bloat), torn crucial ligament and allergies.[3] Rottweiler owners should have their dogs' hips, elbows, heart, and eyes tested by a veterinarian before breeding. DNA tests should also be performed to screen for von Willebrand's disease (vWD). Rottweilers typically live between 10 and 11 years.[4]
History
The breed is an ancient one, whose history stretches back to the Roman Empire. In those times, the legions traveled with their meat on the hoof and required the assistance of working dogs to herd the cattle. One route the army traveled was through Württemberg and on to the small market town of Rottweil. The principal ancestors of the first Rottweilers during this time was supposed to be the Roman war dog, local sheepdogs the army met on its travels, and dogs with molosser appearance coming from England and The Netherlands.
This region eventually became an important cattle area, and the descendants of the Roman cattle dogs proved their worth in both driving and protecting the cattle from robbers and wild animals. However, by the end of the 19th Century, the breed had declined so much that in 1900 there was only one female to be found in the town of Rottweil. The build up to World War I saw a great demand for police dogs, and that led to a revival of interest in the Rottweiler. In fact, in the mid 1990s, the popularity of the Rottweiler reached an all time high with it being the 2nd most registered dog by the AKC. [5]
From that time the breed has become popular with dog owners, and in 1935 was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club. In 1936, Rottweilers were exhibited in Britain at Crufts. In 1966, a separate register was opened for the breed.
The first Rottweiler club in Germany, named DRK ("Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub" — German Rottweiler Club) was created the 13 January 1907, and followed by the creation of the SDRK ("Süddeutscher Rottweiler-Klub" — South German Rottweiler Club) on the 27 April 1907 and became the IRK (International Rottweiler Club). The DRK counted around 500 Rottweiler, the SDRK 3000 Rottweilers. The goals of the two clubs were different. The DRK wanted to produce working dogs and did not emphasize the morphology of the Rottweiler. The main stud dog of this club was Lord von der Teck. The IRK tried to produce a homogeneous morphology according to their standard. One of the main stud dogs of this club was Ralph von Neckar.
A popular misconception about the Rottweiler is that the breed was bred for dog fighting.
The Rottweiler in media
Good Dog, Carl book cover
Books
Bruiser,[6] from the Burke series of novels by Andrew Vachss.
Carl, from Good Dog, Carl.
"Hoot," from "Carl Hiaasen."
Tracy Beaker's imaginary pet Rottweiler.
Cupcake, from the Mercy Hollings series of novels by Toni Andrews
Film and television
In the UK tv series Dog Borstal a pet rottweiler appears in a program
Marylin Rexroth's guard dogs in the film Intolerable Cruelty.
Reggie, from Las Vegas.
Arnold, from Entourage.
Cofi, from Amores Perros.
Fang from Dumb and Dumberer.
Gerta and Muzzle/Scout, from Road Rovers.
Killer, from Half Baked.
A Rottweiler was the host of the Xenomorph in the theatrical version of Alien 3.
Mirror-Universe Porthos, from Star Trek: Enterprise (in the "normal" universe, Porthos is a beagle.)
Prince, from The People Under the Stairs.
Snots, from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Triumph the Insult Comic Dog is a puppet of a Rottweiler.
A Rottweiler appears as the Bueller family pet in Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
A Rottweiler guards the cemetery in the Pet Sematary.
Rottweilers appear as security dogs in Catch That Kid.
Rottweilers chase Gregory Peck in The Omen.
A Rottweiler is (humorously) taken in by Martin Riggs in Lethal Weapon 3, and reappears as his and Lorna Cole's pet along with Riggs' other dog in Lethal Weapon 4.
A Rottweiler (Nugent) appears in the animated film Over the Hedge chasing RJ and Verne and later biting Dwayne.
Rommel in the movie Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties
A Rottweiler kept by Coop and Remer attacks Squeak in Baseketball.
Riff Raff, in the movie Underdog.
Two Rottweilers appear in Conan the Barbarian.
Bruiser falls in love with Leslie, a congressman's Rottweiler in Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde.
Latrell Spencer's pet dog from White Chicks.
Cujo, Brett's dog from Kath and Kim.
A Rottweiler appears as the Callahan guard dog who attacks Paul (Rob Lowe) in Tommy Boy.
A Rottweiler appears in a few scenes in the 2006 horror film The Breed
A Rottweiler chases Sam Witwicky in "Transformers"
A Rottweiler appears in the TV Show, "Drake & Josh". The Rottweiler attacks Drake and Josh while they are in their teacher's house and the dog forces them to lock themselves in the bathroom.
UK tv series Green Green Grass has a Rottweiler
UK tv series Coronation Street featured two Rottweilers
Christmas Vacation 2 features a Rottweiler
The Siege features a Rottweiler
UK tv series "Cadfael"(the rose rent) features a Rottweiler
A Rottweiler appears in an episode of MONK
A Rottweiler is in an episode of Diagnosis Murder
A Rottweiler is in Ripping Yarns (The reluctant Rash)
A Rottweiler is in an episode of Smallville
A Rottweiler is featured in the episode "Good Dog Karl" of the series Maximum Bob
A Rottweiler appears in Close Encounters of The Third Kind
In the new show New Amsterdam, John Amsterdam has a pet Rottwelier.
In the comedy series Black Books, Manny calms a Rottweiler.
A Rotty is featured in the children's 3-D animated movie The Wild when a vicious Rottweiler, toy poodle, and Pit Bull chase the main characters in the streets of New York City.
A Rottweiler bullies Shoeshine near the end of the movie Underdog, teamed with two "sidekick" Pit Bulls
In King Of The Hill episode Dances with Dogs, Bill owns a Rottweiler.
Gianluca Zambrotta owns a Rottweiler
Comics
Max from The Punisher.
Fang in Heathcliff comic
References
^ USRC Breed Standard
^ Breeds of dog involved in fatal human attacks in the U.S. between 1979 and 1998
^ Rottweiler Care - Breeder Retriever, URL dated January 2, 2007
Coile, Caroline, Ph. D., Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds, Barron's Educational Series, 2005. Page 144.
http://www.vansach.com/history.htm
Bruiser and Wolfe, excerpted from Down Here, by Andrew Vachss. Vintage, 2005.
The International Encyclopedia of Dogs; Stanley Dangerfield and Elsworth Howell (editors), Pelham Books, London, 1985. ISBN 0-7207-1561-X
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