Rottweiler
A.K.A. :Rott, Rottie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Rottweiler may seem aloof, but he is a brave and intelligent worker. He performs well in outdoor sports and is a faithful companion and guardian. |
Breed Group: | Working |
Weight (lbs): | male: 85-135, female: 80-100 |
Height (in): | male: 24-27, female: 22-25 |
Colors: | Black with tan markings. |
Coat: | Outer coat is straight, coarse, dense, of medium length and lying flat. Undercoat should be present on neck and thighs. |
Character: | Rottweilers are very brave, loyal, and obedient. Their protective and watchful nature makes them great watch dogs. They will literally risk their own lives for their family. |
Temperament: | This breed can make good playmates for children as long as proper socialization occurs at an early age. They can also get along well with cats and other household animals, if trained early. |
Care: | The Rottweiler should have a rubber glove used to remove dead hairs during times of shedding. The ears should be cleaned often and the claws kept short. |
Training: | This breed is very dominant and requires a firm and consistent trainer who has a calm and fair approach to training. |
Activity: | The Rottweiler needs a lot of exercise, including running in open country and playing catch, when possible. |
Country of Origin: | Germany |
Health Issue: | This breed is prone to heart disease and entropion. |
Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
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Rottweiler puppies

Rottweiler
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA MARSHALL, MO, USA
Date listed: 10/04/2025
3 females and 2 males. Dad is German rottie and momma is Serbian rottie.
Ena Is a Sweet Older AKC Registrable Rott Puppy

Rottweiler
Female, 1 Year 7 Months Old
USA CHICAGO, IL, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Her enthusiasm for life is infectious! Ena (ee-nah) is an extremely loving, 19 month old, smaller purebred Rottie (67 lbs). She's a lap dog, very friendly with little kids,...
AKC German Rottweiler Puppies

Rottweiler
Male(s) and Female(s), 13 Weeks Old
USA BULLS GAP, TN, USA
Date listed: 09/22/2025
AKC Registered German Rottweiler Puppies
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Rottweiler
Male(s) and Female(s), 4 Weeks Old
USA BENSON, NC, USA
Date listed: 09/21/2025
AKC black and Mahogany Rottweilers. Mom and dad are both over 100lbs, so these pups will be massive! Tails are docked
Rottweiler Puppy

Rottweiler
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA RICHMOND, VA, USA
Date listed: 09/15/2025
Beautiful 8 week baby girl ready to go to her forever home! Fully dewormed and vaccinated.
Rottweiler puppy

Rottweiler
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA ROCKWALL, TX, USA
Date listed: 09/09/2025
Female, 7 weeks old! Super sweet! She is up to date on her vaccines, dewormed and kennel trained! She is very smart!
German Rottweiler Puppies

Rottweiler
Male(s) and Female(s), 5 Months Old
USA RACINE, WI, USA
Date listed: 09/08/2025
These beautiful, adorable, full bred, champion bloodline Rottweiler puppies will be available for their fur-ever home 06/06/25. 1 male and 3 females available. Born 04/11/25....
ACA Rottweiler

Rottweiler
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA CHAMBERSBURG, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/07/2025
This amazing ACA Rottweiler puppy is looking for a good home and wonderful FURever family. This sweetie will come home to you with a veterinarian issued health certificate, a 1...
ACA Rottweiler

Rottweiler
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA CHAMBERSBURG, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/07/2025
This amazing ACA Rottweiler puppy is looking for a good home and wonderful FURever family. This sweetie will come home to you with a veterinarian issued health certificate, a 1...
ACA Rottweiler

Rottweiler
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA CHAMBERSBURG, PA, USA
Date listed: 09/07/2025
This amazing ACA Rottweiler puppy is looking for a good home and wonderful FURever family. This sweetie will come home to you with a veterinarian issued health certificate, a 1...
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POST MALONE - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Male, Adult
USA Martinez, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat).
Sister Rogue - Rottweiler (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Female, Adult
USA Amarillo, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (short coat). Sister Rogue is a 2 year old (DOB: 7/15/2023), and is a Rottweiler. She is black with tan, and has a full tail, and beautiful baby blue eyes;...
Romeo - M - Rottweiler (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Male, Young
USA Tampa, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (short coat). Spay/Neuter of dog is scheduled at a vet of our choosing and is part of the adoption fee - date will be on the adoption contract - this is if...
MICHAEL - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Male, Adult
USA Houston, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat).
BUCK - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Male, Young
USA Santa Maria, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat). Meet Buck! He is our resident adorable mischief maker who believes in living life to its fullest! This sweet and silly one year old is still...
DARLA - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Female, Adult
USA Downey, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat).
TITUS (HOOCH) - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Male, Adult
USA Palmetto, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat).
BAYBELINE - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Female, Young
USA Peoria, IL, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat). Baybeline is a sensitive, sweet, and thoughtful girl. Her favorite activities include: walking, sniffing, laying on the couch, and more...
PRIETA - Rottweiler (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Female, Senior
USA Bakersfield, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (medium coat).
ALANI - Rottweiler (short coat) Dog For Adoption

Rottweiler
Female, Young
USA Mt. Laurel, NJ, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Rottweiler (short coat). Animal Sanctuary Society, Inc. PO Box 24 Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 856-642-0004 .animalsanctuarysociety/ SWEET Alani is ready for a...
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