Rottweiler puppies for sale

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Rott puppies Common health problems of Rottweiler

Rottweiler puppies for sale can be sweet dogs and fit in well in the right households, but unfortunately they are known to be more prone to certain health problems. This is due to their pedigree breeding. Often, Breed Clubs will also be able to provide advice on what tests your breed may need and where to get these done. If you buy from a breeder, both parents should have been screened for certain conditions. Make sure the parents of your puppy have had the relevant health screening to reduce the chances of your puppy being affected by these upsetting conditions.

Some of the conditions Rottweilers more commonly develop include:

Heart problems – including subaortic stenosis (SAS), a narrowing of the passage leading out of the heart which can cause a heart murmur, fainting and sudden death. Dogs should be screened before breeding.
Cruciate ligament damage – a torn ligament in the knee.
Elbow dysplasia – where the elbow joint doesn’t fit together perfectly, which will eventually lead to arthritis. Before breeding, dogs should be screened by x-rays through the BVA/Kennel Club Elbow Dysplasia Scheme.
Hip dysplasia – where the hip joint doesn’t fit together perfectly, which will eventually lead to arthritis. Before breeding, dogs should be screened by x-rays through the BVA/Kennel Club Hip Dysplasia Scheme.
Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy – progressive failure of the nerves controlling the voice box and the back legs – a DNA screening test is available.
Inherited eye diseases – including multi ocular defect, multifocal retinal dysplasia, and persistent pupillary membrane. There are screening tests for these.
Osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD) of the hock (ankle), shoulder or stifle (knee) – a problem with the cartilage causing joint pain and limping.
Certain cancers – especially aggressive bone cancer (osteosarcoma) and lymphoma.
Hot spots (acute moist dermatitis) – patches of itchy, sore, infected skin.
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Caring for your Rottweiler

Rottweilers are intelligent and active dogs that require plenty of things to keep them active in body and mind. Consistency is key with training. They are incredibly strong so shouldn’t be left unsupervised with children. You’ll need to have plenty of time to spend with your dog if you’re considering this breed.

If supervised and well socialised they should be OK with teenagers, but they may not be a suitable pet for homes with young children.

Rottweilers and barking

As with any dog, you can expect a Rottweiler to make a bit of noise every now and again. They’re protective and will alert you to comings and goings. If you’re having trouble with excessive barking, we recommend seeking the advice of an accredited behaviourist.

Training and socialisation

Because they’re so powerful, Rottweilers need an experienced owner who understands them and knows how to train them using positive, reward-based training.

Rottweilers will need socialising from a young age so they grow up to be confident and calm. They need positive reinforcement when being trained. Rottweilers are intelligent and you will find they pick up new things quickly. With the right training they will be loyal, well-mannered dogs.

Rottweilers aren’t more prone to barking or being destructive than any other dog if left alone. Dogs prefer company for as long as possible during the day. We recommend you never leave any dog alone for more than four hours as this can cause them to become distressed, bored or lonely.

Exercise

Rottweiler running and leaping outside on grass

Rottweilers are very active and will need lots of exercise and training to keep them happy and occupied.

You should give your Rottweiler at least two hours of exercise every day. This should include going for interesting walks with extra playtime, having time in a secure garden and plenty of thinking games on top. You can find out how much exercise your dog needs, or even find exercises you can do together.

If they have good recall, Rottweilers can go off lead in safe environments.

Grooming

Rottweilers have short coats that are fairly low-maintenance. A weekly brush should be enough to stay on top of any dead hairs and keep their coat looking shiny. They don’t shed too much, but will shed more in spring and autumn so you may want to brush them more often during these times.

Rottweilers and children

Rottweilers bond strongly with their family but need to be treated with respect. Given enough daily exercise and training, they can make great pets for families with older children and will devote themselves to all of you.

We wouldn’t recommend Rottweilers for families with younger children and babies, as young children sometimes don’t understand how to behave around dogs. Although they are loyal, they can also be protective so children and adults need to know when to give them space.

Always supervise children and vulnerable adults with your Rottweiler and make sure you can recognise the signs of unhappiness or anxiety in your dog to help avoid any conflicts. You should always teach children how to approach and play with dogs with care and kindness, to prevent any issues.

Rottweilers and other pets

As long as they are well socialised from a young age, Rottweilers should get along fine with other dogs. However they have strong herding and protective instincts so introductions always need to be done carefully.

You’ll need to be very careful with other family pets that aren’t dogs. Even if they are in a home with them from a young age, you shouldn’t leave a Rottweiler unattended with another pet, especially small pets.

Food

Your Rottweiler’s diet will vary depending on their age. You’ll need to feed them a complete, commercial dog food to keep them slim and healthy.

Your vet will be able to tell you how much your dog should be eating. It’s usually recommended to split their daily allowance into two meals. If you give your dog an occasional treat or use treats for training, remember to take this into account and reduce their daily food allowance. Treats shouldn’t make up more than 10% of their daily calorie intake as it can unbalance their diet.

You should try to feed your dog at the same time every day to get them into a routine. Remember to leave a gap after eating and before exercising.

Rottweilers have a natural guarding instinct, so may sometimes become possessive over things like their food. Make sure wherever you feed your dog is a quiet environment and that they don’t feel they need to guard their food.

The cost of owning a Rottweiler

Having a Rottweiler will cost a minimum of $105 per month after purchase and set-up costs and up to £17,000 across their lifetime.

Costs you’ll need to think about include:

Purchase costs

Adopting an adult dog from a rescue centre may be a more cost-effective option, as well as having the added advantage of offering a home to a pet without one – check if the rehoming centre you’re looking at asks for a donation for rehoming.

If instead you’re buying a Rottweiler puppy from a breeder, you’ll need to factor in this cost. Beware unusually cheap puppies as they could come from a puppy farm. If you want to buy a pedigree puppy, we recommend looking for a Kennel Club Assured breeder as they have to do extra health tests and meet high standards.

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Rottweiler puppies for sale

Rott puppies Common health problems of Rottweiler