THE ROTTWEILER

The Rottweiler is considered to be one of the oldest breeds of dogs, it's origins goes back to Roman Times. The Rottweiler was kept as herding and driving dog they marched over the alps with the Roman Legions, protecting the humans and driving the cattle.

The Rottweiler originated from Mastiff type dogs and were brought to Germany by the Romans. The breed acquired its name from the old federal town Rottweil and was known as the Rottweil Butcher's dog. The Rottweiler was also used as draught or carting dog.

The Rottweiler today is a medium to large size dog with abundant strength, it has a black double coat with clearly defined rich tan markings neither heavy or light nor leggy and weedy.   

The Rottweiler is good natured, placid and fond of children. He is devoted, obedient and biddable. The recent popularity of the breed has lead to "backyard breeders" capitalising without careful breeding of temperament and hereditary diseases such as Hip Dysplasia. I suggest prspective Rottweiler owners to buy puppies recommended from the breed clubs, make sure the sire and dam are of suitable temperament and that they have passed the Breeds clubs Schemes for breeding.

Size: Males: 62-68 cms Bitches 56-63 cms shoulder height