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The Rottweiler was bred to be a companion. Its working qualities and ability to serve man were examined over a long period of time. Probably that's what makes many people believe that the dogs do not need training. Meanwhile, this is not so and like all breeds, Rottweilers do need consistent training from an early age. Responsible owners never overlook the importance of early socialization and training and always devote much time to training.

The great intelligence of the breed and desire to work hard make the dogs great companions for the whole family. On the condition that the dog is supplied with necessary care and attention, it will never become aggressive and would not have to go to a new home.

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Cheyenne Area Rottweiler Rescue - Wyoming rescue is devoted to finding new homes for and educating the public about the breed.

Rotts Across Texas Rottweiler Rescue - Sponsor a homeless Rottweiler or learn about volunteer opportunities available through this organization. Group also provides referral listings for other Texas rescues that have Rottweilers in their program.

Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue - Rottweilers - Seattle based rescue group with pictures of available Rottweilers and breed information.

Second Chance Rottweiler Rescue - Davis, California organization offers pictures of available dogs, online adoption and foster care applications, and links to informative Rottweiler sites.

Serendipity Rottweiler Rescue - Organization devoted to helping Rottweilers in Alabama, Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. View their wish list or sponsor a Rottweiler in need.

Solo Rottweiler Rescue - Louisiana rescue focuses primarily on Rottweilers, but also has other breeds of dogs and cats available for adoption. Read the story of Solo, the Rottie who started it all.

Southern States Rottweiler Rescue, Inc. - Rottweilers available for adoption in Alabama, Arkansas, northern Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and the Virginian Peninsula.

The Rottweiler Connection - Organization of foster parents focuses its rescue efforts in the North East United States. Find resource information and pictures of available dogs.

The Safe Haven, Inc. - Michigan rescue dedicated to rescuing Rottweilers and finding them loving forever homes.

Western New York Rottweiler Rescue - Breed enthusiasts offer a referral service for Rottweilers and American Staffordshires needing homes in Western New York.

Wisconsin Rottweiler Rescue - Includes photographs and profiles of available dogs, considerations before you buy a Rottweiler, and tips on reading classified ads.

Rottweilers Rescues Pictures - General Information Links

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Powderhorn/Wencrest Rottweilers - Hollywood, California. Home of BIS/BISS Nelson v.h. Brabantpark.

Rottweiler Chat - Chat, message forums, e-cards, poetry, and links.

Rottweiler Discussion Forum - Collection of online Rottweiler discussion forums, categorized by topic.

Rottweiler Dog Breed Information - Short outline of the Rottweiler breed.

Rottweiler Owner Surrender Page - Referral site offers a listing service as well as tips and advice for Rottweiler owners who are faced with giving up their dog.

The Rottweiler - Contains a brief outline of the Rottweiler breed.

The Rottweiler Chronicle - An on-line publication about the breed.

United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. - Promoting International Standards in Dog Agility.

Victoria Rottweiler Club - An all-breed schutzhund dog training club with photographs of dogs in training, trial results, and FAQ. Victoria, B.C.

Rottweilers Rescues Pictures - Other Rottweilers sites

Rottweilers Pictures - Rottweilers were developed by crossing native dogs with the herding dogs that accompanied the Roman legions in the German town of Rottweil. Known as a butcher's dog, it's master and property, the Rottweiler was used for herding and guarding the cattle. The Rottwieler was officially recognized in 1910 as a police dog in Germany. Today the Rottweiler is a guardian, companion, and working dog.

This powerful breed has a short, black, thick coat with tan or mahogany markings. The Rottweiler grows to a height of 23-27" and weighs 90-110 pounds. The breed is protective, dominant, steady, and obedient.

Rottweilers - Rottweilers accompanied the Roman Legions, herding their cattle and guarding their camps across the Alps. On the banks of the Neckar River in what is now southern Germany, was the origin of the town of Rottweil (named for the red tile roofs of the villas built by the Romans). The cattle trade flourished in Rottweil through the mid-1800s, as did the Rottweiler Metzgerhund (butcher dog), who drove the cattle to market and returned with the filled purses of their masters around their necks. As rail transportation became the primary means of bringing cattle to market, the dogs were used less frequently. By 1905, there was only one Rottweiler left in the town of Rottweil. The Rottweiler gained popularity as a police dog in the early 1900's. Several Clubs were formed, and in 1921 united as the Allgemeiner Deutscher Rottweiler Klub (ADRK). The first Rottweiler was admitted to the AKC Stud Book in 1931. The Rottweiler was a fairly uncommon dog in the United States through the 1970's, but the early 1980's began a meteoric rise in popularity. The Rottweiler is now the second most popular AKC breed since 1992.

24-27 inches (61-69 cm.) Bitches 22-25 inches (56-63 cm.)

Rottweilers Breeders - The ancestors of Rottweilers were brought with invading Romans through the passes of the high Alps into what is now southern Germany. Rottweilers were used for guarding cattle at night, droving by day. Long after the Romans were driven out, the remaining dogs continued in that occupation. The butchers of Rottweil, Germany, used these dogs for centuries to drive cattle to market. To protect their moneybags on the trip home, the owner would tie the bags around the necks of their fearless, loyal dogs. The breed came to be known as the butcher's dog.

Later on Rottweilers were used to pull carts and sometimes hunt wild boars. These two uses are said to be the reason Rottweilers had their tails docked. One was to get out of the way of pulling the carts and the other was to minimize the damage received during a fight.

Rottweilers Puppies - When choosing Rottweilers, decisions will have to be made on what traits and qualities are most important to you. Think long-term - all puppies are cute, but as adult dogs they can be very different. Here are some things to consider.

Answering this question can help you decide what types of puppy to look for.

Rottweilers - Rottweilers are medium-large, powerful dogs. Their substantial build expresses strength, confidence and agility. The ideal Rottweiler is black with rust markings. The Rottweiler's broad head is of a medium length. The well-developed muzzle is rather strong. The dog's almond-shaped eyes are of a medium size. The eyes are triangular in shape. The dark brown is the desired color.

The neck is powerful, and is moderately long. The chest is broad and deep. The straight back is strong. The loin is short, and is well muscled. The outer coat is straight and coarse. The undercoat is influenced by the climate. As a rule, it is present on neck and thighs. The tail is docked short.

Rottweilers Breeders Pictures - The Rottweilers are both guardians and intelligent, steady friends. Although the dogs may be a bit aloof, they are rather devoted to their owners and aim to accompany and guard their masters with all the heart. These dogs love exercise and enthusiastically endeavor the challenges of any outdoor sports that include dog and owner. Once the breed was very popular, although by the year 1905, the breed’s population and geographical area of influence has decreased greatly. The temperament of the Rottweiler breed attracts new faithful friends in all professional and social classes beyond the original cattle dealers.

Rottweilers Breeders - The history of Rottweilers started in ancient times, when Roman conquerors invaded Southern Germany. The Romans brought along dogs that were their lifelong friends and companions. They were strong, robust, sturdy and enduring. Driving cattle and guarding property were the dogs' basic assignments. They also took part in military campaigns.

The Romans founded a town, which was later named 'the Town of Rottweil'. In German 'Rottweil' means 'Red tile'. The roofs of the houses were covered with red tiles. It happened so, that the dogs interbred with local dogs just in this town. So was produced the breed we now term 'Rottweiler'.

Rottweilers Photos - Rottweilers are large dogs weighing up to 110 lbs and reaching a height of about 25 inches. They belong to the working dog group and make excellent guardians and watch dogs. They can also be used as police dogs and make good companions for the whole family. The Rottweiler has always been a devoted friend to man and served in a variety of activities.

The history of the breed suggests that the Romans used the dogs as herders. They had to drive the cattle that was used as a source of food and also guarded the pulls with munitions. Breeders perfected the dog's qualities continuously, which helped them take a fitting niche among other distinguished breeds. Nowadays, Rottweilers are popular show companions and working dogs. They are common in many countries. However, like with other breeds, it takes time to find a Rottweiler with outstanding physical and temperament characteristics.

Rottweilers Puppies - Strength, agility and watchfulness are characteristics that Rottweilers inherited from their ancient Roman ancestors, who served as drove dogs, shepherd dogs, and watchdogs. They were also used as guard dogs and accompanied troops on marches. After just one of such campaigns, a group of Romans and their dogs settled in South Germany. The dogs were crossbred with some local species near what was later to be the Town of Rottweil; hence there was born a new breed of dogs known as Rottweilers.

The necessity-to pull heavy weight carts, guard their masters and their property, track and catch runaway slaves and take part in military action-has firmly and forever inbred impressive strength, intelligence, vigilance and aggression into what we now refer to as pure Rottweilers. Throughout the history of Rottweiler keeping, these qualities have been trained enough to be genetically predetermined. Therefore, it is absolutely imperative that Rottweiler fanciers, when buying a puppy, lay strict emphasis on proper care and training of the pups.

Rottweilers Puppy - Rottweilers are the dogs that have a long history. There are many speculations concerning the origin of the breed. Several theories exist as far as the origin of the breed is concerned. Each dog, regardless of its chosen purpose to be a participant of the dog show or for a breeding program, should follow all the standards provided below. Dogs can be about 63-69 cm (25-27 ins) high as the bitches are usually about 58-64 cm (23-25 ins). This is a very important characteristic when the dogs participate in the show or are for breeding.

Rottweilers Rescues Breeders - The original functions of Rottweilers were driving the cattle and guarding the houses. Everything in the conformation of this breed is aimed at these purposes. The look of a Rottweiler suggests great strength, endurance, boldness and courage. The body of these dogs is strong and muscular; the neck is thick and slightly arched; the head is large with a deep muzzle. The skull should be broad between the eyes; cheeks are well boned, but not prominent. The nose should be black; the nostrils are well developed and broad. Skin on the head should not be loose, but slight wrinkles are acceptable.

Rottweilers Rescues - The Rottweilers originated in Germany long ago and during that time, the dogs were cattle drivers and guard dogs. As far as the origins of the breed are concerned, this is not quite clear. It is believed that the origins of the breed date back to antiquity. Given it working uses, the breed belongs to the working group of dogs. The Rottweilers are of high intelligence, rugged, and dependable. They make great guard dogs. Being affectionate, faithful, and courageous, they are easy to train and are naturally obedient. The AKC (American Kennel Club) first registered the breed in 1931.

Rottweilers Pictures - From the mid-19th century until the beginning of the 20th century, Rottweilers were wavering on the brink of disappearance. That happened because cattle driving, which was the breed's basic occupation, became unlawful and the dogs fell out of use. It was not until 1901, that a group of enthusiasts formed a club in order to prevent the Rottweiler from total extinction. The club was gone soon, but it managed to set the tone for further revival of the breed and, in 1907, two new clubs were founded.