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Cowrie
Contemplation on- the Run | 
 | | Barked: Fri May 22, '09 10:13am PST | |  | |  | | I need some advice on Rotwielers in General.
I currently have a wonderful Golden Retriever but my partner is desperate for a Rotweiler.
I know "dangerous" breeds often have an undeservedly bad reputation but I dont want to buy a dog without checking with people who actually own one.
I'm especially worried about three things
Firstly - do they get on ok with other pets? Like my Retriever?
Secondly - Are they really as bad with children as people say?
Thirdly - Do they become possessive of just one person or can they be family dogs?
Any and all advice will be very much appreaciated!
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Bubba D.
Now known as- BUBBA D. //- Training is the |
 | | Barked: Thu May 28, '09 4:59am PST | | | | | | A Rottweiler is the only breed I will always have! I may share space with other breeds from time to time, but there will ALWAYS be a Rottie by my side! That said, the breed is not for everyone!!! They are extremely smart and it is a daily struggle to stay even a half a step ahead of them. They are lovely family dogs, though will not tolerate abuse of ANY kind. Anything you think is cute as a puppy better be okay when he's 130+ pounds!! Early socialization and training is a MUST! Rotties are bullheaded, but very sensitive at the core. If I raise my voice in the same room as Bubba, he thinks he's done something wrong, or, thinks there is a huge problem and goes into "protective mode". Rotties are best living indoors as members of the family. READ, READ, READ. "Rottweilers for Dummies" is very helpful for people who think they want one. Talk to owners, breeders, handlers, trainers. Further help needed? P-mail Bubba D. | | | | |
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Xena
Xena - warrior- princess! |
| | Barked: Fri May 29, '09 1:19pm PST | | | | | | I love Rotties they are the best. They just unfortunatly are victims of stereotyping cause be iresponsible owners who did not train or socialize them. Ok for your first ?They do wonderful with other pets. I have a Rottie and a Chi. They live together wonderfully. She is very concious of their size difference when they play she is very soft with her. If anything the Chi is to rough on her (she bites her stubb and makes her cry sometimes) but no matter how annoying the Chi can be to her she has never anything bad to her. Then you second? They love kids my sisters come over all the time to play and she is very attached to them.And for your third ? They protect anyone one of their family they are not one person possessive. They are wonderful family dogs. I'm even in the process of getting another Rottie. | | | | |
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Samantha
The Boss of- Everything |
| | Barked: Mon Jun 1, '09 12:28pm PST | | | | | | Rotts are wonderful dogs and are great additions to any family if you have the time and energy to put into them. This is not a breed you can bring home and then leave to their own devices or lock up in a backyard. They are large, powerful and sometimes dominant and/or stubborn but if you go about it the right way, you will have a loving and devoted friend for life. Rotties love their people and want to be with them. Training and socialization are, in my opinion, the keys to having a Rott in your home. Keep in mind that people will always want to blame the Rott if anything happens so having your dog under control is a must. I bring mine everywhere with me, not just so she can socialize and practice her obedience and manners but so people can see that she is not the monster a lot of people would have everyone believe.
My Rott girl is 5 years old and has, from the time of 7 months (when we rescued her) been exposed to other dogs, obedience classes, agility classes, people, all different kinds of environments, etc. She loves everyone and plays in her day care group with any size/breed of dog that will play with her!  This is my third rescued Rott and would always be my first choice in picking a dog. | | | | |
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Luna Girl
Play Damnit! - Where's Benny??? |
| | Barked: Thu Sep 17, '09 9:00pm PST | | | | | | If you want a rottie that is more pliable and will better fit into social situations such as multidog house, multipul kids etc then go with a girl. They don't challenge as much and are more tolerent of the every say BS. From what I've read aboutrotts is that they will bond with the ENTIRE family not just 1 person. They are originally a herding breed and are meant to work close with people. If you put the work in for the first 4 months (Assuming you get a pup not an adult) then you should have a nice well rounded dog. Socialize socialize socialize... expose the pup to EVERYTHING that way it can make educated decisions about life, threats, friends and foes insted of reacting our of fear or anxiety. | | | | |
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Hunter
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| | Barked: Tue Nov 10, '09 8:21am PST | | | | | | I am new to this site. I have been a rottweiler owner for over 15 years. I am on my 4th rottie. I lost two to bone cancer at a young age of 7 (both of them). Although they have some obvious health issues, I am hooked on the breed. They are one of the most intelligent and loving animals I have encountered.
The original post talked about dangerous breeds. I wish the media would talk about how gentle, intelligent and loving they are with children, adults and other animals alike. As always, it's not the dog, it's the owner.
Granted, different training works on different dogs, but training is key. Looking forward to participating in the forums. | | | | |
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Jordan
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| | Barked: Fri Nov 13, '09 5:11pm PST | | | | | | I've got a Rottie myself and she is an awesome dog. Their behavior is all in how they are trained...that is with any breed. Mine is great with other dogs and with kids. I will always have a Rott in my household also. Rotts are an awesome dog...very loyal to their family. | | | | |
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