[MatchaRotties]

Hi all! I'm fairly new to the forum and I've mostly just been lurking; but I decided to finally make a post here lol I don't currently own a Rottweiler; I'm still planning things out and doing as much research as I possibly can on reputable breeders, training, and so on. I really want to do everything right because I really love this breed and I think a rottie would be a great fit for me. However, I want to get some insight from people who have actually owned rotties and know what they're all about.

The main reason I'd like a Rottweiler is so that I can have a loving companion that I can feel safe with. I love walking around town; however because of a few recent experiences I don't feel safe doing that anymore. It would be nice to have a dog that will dissuade any potential bad actors from approaching me. I've also considered getting one as a service dog. I have pretty bad anxiety, especially when I'm out in public, and I thought it would be quite beneficial for me. However, I've had a few people say that Rottweilers might not be the best choice for someone with GAD; but I'd really like some of ya'll's insight on this. Plus, I have cats. I heard they typically do really well with cats.

Also, this might be a very dumb question. However I feel the need to ask anyway; so here goes. My family (whom I don't live with) thinks it's a very stupid idea for me to want a Rottweiler and pretty much tells me that the only type of person who should ever own one is a single man with no children. While I don't believe this; I've never owned a Rottweiler. So I don't really know. I'm quite small and not very strong. I'm only 5'1; so if the dog were to ever bolt after something I'd definitely go right with him. lol The way I see it, that's what training is for and I do plan on taking he/she to obedience lessons.

I've grown up around dogs all my life; but there's always new things to learn. So if you have any advice or suggestions for a possible first time owner; that would be very helpful! Thank you

 

[Chewy’s Mum]

Hi all! I'm fairly new to the forum and I've mostly just been lurking; but I decided to finally make a post here lol I don't currently own a Rottweiler; I'm still planning things out and doing as much research as I possibly can on reputable breeders, training, and so on. I really want to do everything right because I really love this breed and I think a rottie would be a great fit for me. However, I want to get some insight from people who have actually owned rotties and know what they're all about.

The main reason I'd like a Rottweiler is so that I can have a loving companion that I can feel safe with. I love walking around town; however because of a few recent experiences I don't feel safe doing that anymore. It would be nice to have a dog that will dissuade any potential bad actors from approaching me. I've also considered getting one as a service dog. I have pretty bad anxiety, especially when I'm out in public, and I thought it would be quite beneficial for me. However, I've had a few people say that Rottweilers might not be the best choice for someone with GAD; but I'd really like some of ya'll's insight on this. Plus, I have cats. I heard they typically do really well with cats.

Also, this might be a very dumb question. However I feel the need to ask anyway; so here goes. My family (whom I don't live with) thinks it's a very stupid idea for me to want a Rottweiler and pretty much tells me that the only type of person who should ever own one is a single man with no children. While I don't believe this; I've never owned a Rottweiler. So I don't really know. I'm quite small and not very strong. I'm only 5'1; so if the dog were to ever bolt after something I'd definitely go right with him. lol The way I see it, that's what training is for and I do plan on taking he/she to obedience lessons.

I've grown up around dogs all my life; but there's always new things to learn. So if you have any advice or suggestions for a possible first time owner; that would be very helpful! Thank you

Hi, I am a female who has had 6 Rottweilers in my lifetime, all males whom tend to be the larger of the breed, and yes at times they can be a struggle to get control of if you are not prepared and they are not well trained, (some I have got as rescue dogs and have had to rehabilitate before they become well behaved enough to take out in public safely), female Rottweilers are loyal to their owner, extremely eager to please and train very well, at times this can become a possessive behaviour of the owner if you live alone and you then try and introduce someone else into your life (not always, but can happen), male Rottweilers are also loyal to their owner but will protect the whole family, extremely smart and eager to learn, but on their terms, they can be stubborn if you are not assertive with them, personally I prefer the males but that’s just me, I’ve always had male pets, I just find them to be easier, but again it’s a personal choice, any animal you get will give what you put into them, if you give them love and security and proper training and learn how to handle your dog from a professional, than it doesn’t matter what your family or anyone else thinks if you have the confidence that the dog is the right one for you, good luck in finding your new best friend Rottweilers are the best breed in my opinion and you won’t be disappointed if you put in the effort that is needed with such a majestic dog

 

[rompinronnie_7977]

Males, females, doesn't matter. If you don't have small children, it's the right choice. Not everyone can be a Rottweiler owner. You must be assertive and make your dog understand who is boss. But a well trained Rottweiler will be a wonderful part of the family and no one is going to give you any static in public while walking with your dog. A harness will help you walk your big dog. Read a bunch of the forums here and you will learn enough to make this decision. And when BBD replies to this, seriously consider her suggestions.

 

[#5moose]

Sorry to say this, a harness is the worst thing to walk a dog with. A harness is used to let the dog pull things. We had a very good trainer work with our boy and after 1 class he was walking like a champ. She showed up how to properly walk with a prong collar. After 1 pull on the collar he walks better than any other dogs we have had. Good luck on your Rotti journey they are awesome dogs.

 

[rompinronnie_7977]

You are correct, but when I trained my puppy she pulled even with the prong collar. With repetitive train and treat, she learned to heal while using the harness.

 

[#5moose]

The collar has to be fit up to the ears and very tight to work properly.

 

[Chewy’s Mum]

Prong collars are illegal in Australia, but you can use a harness that pulls tight if the dog tries to pull away from you

 

[Covy]

Hi all! I'm fairly new to the forum and I've mostly just been lurking; but I decided to finally make a post here lol I don't currently own a Rottweiler; I'm still planning things out and doing as much research as I possibly can on reputable breeders, training, and so on. I really want to do everything right because I really love this breed and I think a rottie would be a great fit for me. However, I want to get some insight from people who have actually owned rotties and know what they're all about.

The main reason I'd like a Rottweiler is so that I can have a loving companion that I can feel safe with. I love walking around town; however because of a few recent experiences I don't feel safe doing that anymore. It would be nice to have a dog that will dissuade any potential bad actors from approaching me. I've also considered getting one as a service dog. I have pretty bad anxiety, especially when I'm out in public, and I thought it would be quite beneficial for me. However, I've had a few people say that Rottweilers might not be the best choice for someone with GAD; but I'd really like some of ya'll's insight on this. Plus, I have cats. I heard they typically do really well with cats.

Also, this might be a very dumb question. However I feel the need to ask anyway; so here goes. My family (whom I don't live with) thinks it's a very stupid idea for me to want a Rottweiler and pretty much tells me that the only type of person who should ever own one is a single man with no children. While I don't believe this; I've never owned a Rottweiler. So I don't really know. I'm quite small and not very strong. I'm only 5'1; so if the dog were to ever bolt after something I'd definitely go right with him. lol The way I see it, that's what training is for and I do plan on taking he/she to obedience lessons.

I've grown up around dogs all my life; but there's always new things to learn. So if you have any advice or suggestions for a possible first time owner; that would be very helpful! Thank you

Hi
I am 5"6 female with a giant Rottweiler (not quite what i expected but i inherited him from my son), hes very loving and affectionate, extremely protective and very easy to train and loves cuddles and attention. I have 3 grandchildren 4, 6 and 8 who adore him and he adores them, he loves his walks, the beach and parks but never ventures far from me. He has a trainer once a week for an hour and has done now for about 6 months (hes now 2 yrs) he responds to voice comand, comand whistle and hand signals and is always happy. He does tend to be hot on my heals most of the time, i work from home so he loves sleeping on my feet under my desk. I move so does he. I spend a minimum of 2 hours per day in half hour intervals playing his favourite games, tug of war, chase, hide and seek and fetch. He is great with people but only after i give approval, dislikes anything that flys - planes, helicopters and all birds which he takes great delight at catching and sadly hes very good at it at least 2 day.
He has very fixed rules, only eats from his bowl or my hand with no exceptions, has a fixed bed time in his own space, only allowed in certain rooms in the house, and must not go out front door without command. He is awesome and a great breed. He has a dog walker who takes him out for socialising with other dogs and she says he's great and easy to control but apparantky has taken a dislike to buses which he growls at with tail wagging so not aggressive.
All in all an awesome companion

 

[Lola Mom]

I've raised 3 Rottie pups (at separate times) and currently have an adult Rottie that I adopted through rescue. I'm married, but MDH doesn't interact a lot with the dogs, so it's always been up to me to train them. They are the most wonderful companion dogs you can imagine, and very intelligent, but they are strong and often stubborn, so training is essential. I have always liked walking with my Rotties for the reason you noted. I never worry about being approached by a stranger with bad intentions.

 

[MatchaRotties]

Thank you to everyone who has responded! I will definitely keep everything in mind.