Rottweiler
Confident, loyal and powerful, the Rottweiler was developed in Germany to drive cattle and pull carts. It bonds closely and thrives on clear, fair training.
Photo: Dr. Manfred Herrmann, Allgemeiner Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub (ADRK) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
- Bred for
- Driving cattle and pulling carts in Germany
- Typical energy
- Moderate to high
- Size
- Large
Where to start
Usually motivated by work, praise and food. Use that in training and keep sessions short and rewarded.
First focus
Start gentle, rewarded socialization early and keep it ongoing, so new people become ordinary.
Next
Teach loose-leash walking and calm greetings while your dog is still small.
Daily habit
Use clear, reward-based lessons: this breed responds to fairness and consistency.
Breed notes describe tendencies in a group of dogs, not your dog. Every dog is an individual, and Dogify does not assess your dog. This is general training information and not a substitute for a qualified professional.
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