Appearance:
Medium to large breed, black and tan in colour, short coat, compact in built with a broad chest, dark brown eyes. Broad head, round and of medium length. When walking the project confidence and power.
Temperament:
They are very confident and protective dogs. They become very protective of their family and can become aggressive towards strangers. Very alert and may attack without warning. As with other dogs, it is important to socialise and train them from a young age otherwise they could become very dangerous when older. Also it is recommended to start obedience training from a young age since Rottweilers are generally a dominant breed and can become stubborn if not disciplined correctly.
Grooming and caring:
Occasional brushing of their coats to keep its shine. Regular bathing with a dog shampoo, cleaning of their ears with baby oil is also recommended. Since they are a working breed, these dogs need regular exercise. Walking, swimming, running and jumping are all exercises best suited to keep the dog in shape and healthy. Lack of exercise can lead to a behaviour problem such as boredom and can lead to the dog being overweight. Rottweilers tend to put on weight easily so do not over feed them. Associated diseases related to being over weight are hip dyslasia, elbow dysplasia, heart diseases, breathing problems.
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Origin of Rottweilers
It is believed that the Rottweiler dog descended from the Drover dogs in Rome. These dogs were the typical working dogs, high guarding instinct and very intelligent. The transition from the Drover dog to the rottweiler happened when the Roman emperors decided to conquer Europe. The dogs were used to keep their herds intact and to guard their supplies at night. The Romans moved across the Alps to Southern Germany, Arae Flaviae, taking over the city. They remained here and continued trading cattle hence the further need for dogs.
A new town was built named Rottweil. The town dominated in culture and trade increasing its fame and wealth. The dogs provided much needed security and as butchers herded more cattle to and from the markets, more dogs were needed for herding cattle. The use of the dogs were high until the invention of rail roads and donkeys for carting, however from about 1901-1907 they started being used as police dogs.
The first club established was the DRK - Deutscher Rottweiler Klub in January 1907 which later became the IRK - International Rottweiler Klub. It was then that the Rottweiler standard was set.
Today there are various national and international rottweiler clubs. The dogs are still used in the security business, as companions and working dogs.
A new town was built named Rottweil. The town dominated in culture and trade increasing its fame and wealth. The dogs provided much needed security and as butchers herded more cattle to and from the markets, more dogs were needed for herding cattle. The use of the dogs were high until the invention of rail roads and donkeys for carting, however from about 1901-1907 they started being used as police dogs.
The first club established was the DRK - Deutscher Rottweiler Klub in January 1907 which later became the IRK - International Rottweiler Klub. It was then that the Rottweiler standard was set.
Today there are various national and international rottweiler clubs. The dogs are still used in the security business, as companions and working dogs.
Welcome!
Welcome to Zoekara Kennels Rottweiler blog.
Located in Durban, a passion for rottweilers led to the establishment of Zoekara Kennels. Specialist rottweiler breeding, dogs are bred according to the breeding standard and are highly pedigreed.
If you're looking for a rottweiler we highly recommend that you purchase your dog from a reputable breeder and understand the lines your dog comes from.
Zoekara Kennels is dedicated on sharing up to date advice and information on Rottweilers and understanding this beautiful and loving dog which most people get wrong or rather have a fear induced thought conjured up in their heads as soon as you mention the word rottweiler.
We are a proud member of KUSA, Natal Rottweiler Association and the South African Canine Breed Registry.
If you're interested on getting a rottweiler and would like more information then you've come to the right place.
Located in Durban, a passion for rottweilers led to the establishment of Zoekara Kennels. Specialist rottweiler breeding, dogs are bred according to the breeding standard and are highly pedigreed.
If you're looking for a rottweiler we highly recommend that you purchase your dog from a reputable breeder and understand the lines your dog comes from.
Zoekara Kennels is dedicated on sharing up to date advice and information on Rottweilers and understanding this beautiful and loving dog which most people get wrong or rather have a fear induced thought conjured up in their heads as soon as you mention the word rottweiler.
We are a proud member of KUSA, Natal Rottweiler Association and the South African Canine Breed Registry.
If you're interested on getting a rottweiler and would like more information then you've come to the right place.
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