The Rottweiler, also known as the Rottie or Rott, descends from mastiff-type dogs that drove and guarded cattle herds alongside Roman troops during long marches, breeding with local dogs across Europe to lay the foundation for the breed. These strong, muscular dogs were later used by butchers to drive cattle to market and pull carts until motorized vehicles reduced their need, leading to a breed club formation in 1901 to revive the Rottweiler. The Rottweiler arrived in the United States and was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as other countries began appreciating their strength and working abilities. These large, compact dogs feature broad chests, muscular legs, a wiry medium-length double coat that is black with mahogany accents, docked tails, and ears that hang close to their cheeks.
Confident, alert, and self-assured with a strong work ethic, Rottweilers are affectionate and devoted with family but tend to be aloof with strangers, though never aggressive without cause, displaying a calm and observant temperament rather than hyperactive behavior. They require firm, consistent training with clear leadership established early to prevent bossy behavior, and when properly socialized do well with children and other pets if raised with them during puppyhood. These high-energy dogs need about an hour of daily exercise to maintain weight and happiness, making great hiking companions who benefit from swimming opportunities and a fenced-in yard for running and playing. Their short coat is a moderate shedder requiring minimal grooming with weekly brushing to manage year-round shedding and maintain glossiness, periodic baths or damp towel wipe-downs, and regular nail trimming due to fast growth.
Rottweiler & Mixed Breed hybrid
Briar is a very sweet, smart & lovable boy. he loves to run around the house and play with me and his siblings! he is being raised in our home as part of our family. Briar will probably be around 80 to 100 pounds when he's fully grown. His mom is our purebred rottweiler. And his dad is our english mastiff/ standard f1b goldendoodle mix. Briar will make a great family
Rottweiler & Mixed Breed hybrid
Maple is a very sweet, smart & lovable girl. She loves to run around the house and play with me and her siblings! She is being raised in our home as part of our family. Maple will probably be around 80 to 100 pounds when she's fully grown. Her mom is our purebred rottweiler. And her dad is our english mastiff/ standard f1b goldendoodle mix. Mappo. will make a great fa
Rottweiler & Mixed Breed hybrid
Poppy is a very sweet, smart & lovable girl. She loves to run around the house and play with me and her siblings! She is being raised in our home as part of our family. Poppy will probably be around 80 to 100 pounds when she's fully grown. Her mom is our purebred rottweiler. And her dad is our english mastiff/ standard f1b goldendoodle mix. Poppy will make a great fam
Rottweiler & Mixed Breed hybrid
Jasmine is a very sweet, smart & lovable girl. She loves to run around the house and play with me and her siblings! She is being raised in our home as part of our family. Jasmine will probably be around 80 to 100 pounds when she's fully grown. Her mom is our purebred rottweiler. And her dad is our english mastiff/ standard f1b goldendoodle mix. Jasmine will make a gre

Rottweiler & Cane Corso hybrid
Fun and loving 9 Month Old Cane Corso Rottweiler Mix Enjoys play time and naps

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Hi, my name is Lucy Baby 💎💕💕 My birthday is January 4th, and I’m a purebred Rottweiler, currently 7 weeks old and almost ready to find my forever home! I’m being raised in a loving family setting

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Dominant Roty markings. Largest female

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Male Puppy 2 months old

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Dominant Roty markings. Black and Mahogany Male

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Dominant Roty markings. Registered male

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Scarlett loves to play and has Dominant Roty markings. She is independent and loves her people !
Rottweiler & Mixed Breed hybrid
Fern is a very sweet, smart & lovable boy. He loves to run around the house and play with me and his siblings! He is being raised in our home as part of our family. Fern will probably be around 80 to 100 pounds when he's fully grown. His mom is our purebred rottweiler. And his dad is our english mastiff/ standard f1b goldendoodle mix. Fern will make a great family gua
The average cost of a purebred Rottweiler puppy in the United States is approximately $1575, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.