Rottweiler
A powerful, confident guarding breed that is calm and steady in the right hands. Requires an experienced owner, early socialisation and a serious commitment to training.
Key facts
Lifespan
8–10 years
Height
56–69 cm
Weight
35–60 kg
Exercise
~90 mins/day
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Moderate
Training
Easy to train
First-time owners
Experience helps
About the Rottweiler
Descended from Roman drovers' dogs and developed in Rottweil, Germany, the Rottweiler is naturally self-assured and territorial. Well-bred and well-socialised Rottweilers are placid family dogs; poorly bred or under-socialised ones are a genuine liability given their size and strength. Insurance and third-party liability are worth thinking about before buying.
Living with a Rottweiler
House with secure, well-fenced garden. Needs an experienced handler.
- Good with children
- Good with other pets— depends on the individual
- Suitable for first-time owners
Health
Conditions this breed is commonly predisposed to. This is general information, not veterinary advice — speak to a vet about any specific animal.
- Hip and elbow dysplasia
- Osteosarcoma and other cancers
- Aortic and subaortic stenosis
- Cruciate ligament rupture; bloat
Ask the breeder for
- BVA/KC hip and elbow scores
- Cardiac testing; eye testing
- DNA test for JLPP
Rottweilers for sale
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All dogs for saleRottweiler FAQs
How long do Rottweilers live?
A Rottweiler typically lives 8–10 years.
How much exercise does a Rottweiler need?
Around 90 minutes of daily exercise for a healthy adult, plus mental stimulation. Puppies need considerably less until their joints have matured.
Are Rottweilers good for first-time owners?
Rottweilers are better suited to owners with previous experience, because of their training, exercise or handling needs.
What health tests should a Rottweiler breeder have done?
BVA/KC hip and elbow scores. Cardiac testing; eye testing. DNA test for JLPP.
Breed information is general guidance compiled by the PetHome team. Every animal is an individual — meet it, and its mother, before you commit. This is not veterinary advice.