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Workinglarge🌍 GermanyGuardian and drover
Rottweiler
Confident, watchful, even-tempered, courageous
Popularity
803
Powerful droving and guardian breed; loyal to family and thrives with clear leadership and work.
Lifespan
9–10 years
Coat
double, short
Colors
black and mahogany, black and tan
Male height
24–27 in
Female height
22–25 in
Male weight
95–135 lb
Female weight
80–100 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
5
Prey drive
3
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
2
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
3
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
4
