Working · Germany
Rottweiler
Powerful, level-headed and quietly confident. A Rottweiler needs an owner who knows what they're doing.
- They usually live
- 9–12 years
- Roughly, per year
- €1600–2600
What people love about them
- Steady and self-assured when well raised
- Learns quickly and works willingly
- Loyal and protective of family
- Easy coat
A few things worth thinking about
- Very strong — training must be solid
- Needs careful socialising from day one
- Insurance and food cost more
- Some places restrict the breed
What they're like
Size
Energy
Exercise needs
Mental stimulation
Trainability
Sociability
Affection
Independence
Good with children
Good with other dogs
Apartment suitability
Tolerance of being alone
Shedding
Grooming
Barking
First-time owner suitability
Some breeds shed less than others, which people with allergies sometimes find easier to live with. But no dog is completely allergy-free, and reactions vary from person to person.