Rottweiler Health Problems and issues do occur in this breed so keep a
record of any worrying symptoms that you can use as a guide for your
vet.
Remember that every dog has the odd illness with different signs
& symptoms so a vet's diagnosis is important...
...On this page we have also provided some advice, facts and
information on certain traits of this often misunderstood breed and
some cute pictures of some small and large Rottweiler
puppies for you to look at...
Rottweiler Health Problems
Although it isn't
really a health problem it is useful to remember that this breed do
have a habit of shedding allot of hair. Their coat is quite short and
coarse and get everywhere, on clothes, furniture and the carpet so if
you have allergies or are particularly house proud this breed may not
be for you.
Rottweiler health
problems can include joint and bone problems which can
be a result of genetics or due to a poor diet. Consequently feeding
your dog the
right and best dog food is very important.
Rottweilers do tend to
be more prone to getting cancer so you need to be aware and get regular
check ups for your pooch.
Heart and respiratory
problems also affect this breed.
Elbow dysplasia often
referred to as CHD or Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia - this is when the
hip joints have not developed properly.
This breed
are also probe to epilepsy.
Gastric torsion is
another health problem that you need to be aware of.
Entropion can affect
Rottweilers - this is when the border of the eyelid turns inward
against the eyeball.
Other problems that can affect this breed include problems with their...
Eyes
Ears
Muscles
Nerves
Teeth
Exercise is very
important for this breed but you need to be aware exactly how much
exercise as too much can be bad for their health.
Training Rottweilers
is important for their health and general wellbeing and is as important
as training any other breed but due to their size strangers may feel
slightly intimidated. This breed need to know that you are the
boss and pack leader. It isn't unusual for this breed to start pushing
the boundaries if they feel that you are particularly weak. We have
provided a couple of videos below.
It's important that you learn how to train a Rottweiler to come and
stay as shown in the above videos. You never know when you might need
these techniques if your dog runs off when out for a walk or if he
keeps escaping from the House.
Some Small & Large Rottweiler Puppies
Some
Useful Rottweiler Facts...
As you can see the
small and large puppies above are very cute - but they dog get big! An
average sized Rottweiler can grow to a hight o5 25-27 inches (63-68 cm)
and a weight of 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg).
This breed are born
with tails but they are often docked at the first joint.
Although this breed
does get a bad press, they are naturally quite a calm dog. They do
crave allot of attention and if they don't get it they will be seeking
it.
This breed don't often
bark but if they feel threatened
or intimidated they may go very quiet before they attack.
This breed need to be
well socialized from an early age and with as many experiences as
possible.
