Currently and due to laws such as the one on potentially dangerous dogs, many people prefer not to adopt pit bulls, Dobermans or Rottweilers, among others.
History marks them hard, however, we must ask ourselves if the rottweiler is really dangerous, if it is for children, or rather it is about the education you receive during your lifetime.
In this article on our site we are going to explain some things about the rotweiler dog: his history, the characteristics that accompany him and a great attribute: his loy alty
Rottweiler history
It is in Roman times when we have proof of the ancestors of the rottweiler, protection dogs that also used to be used for driving cattle.
Upon arriving in Germany, the Romans crossed them with dogs native to the area and that is when the "Rottweil butcher's dog" was born. That's because these dogs became popular for helping butchers control the more aggressive bulls and cows. Like their parents, Rottweilers also began to watch over and protect homes.
Later on the Rottweiler began to stand out in various functions within society as a police dog, rescue dog and finally a companion dog, the best place for him.
Unfortunately to this day we have evidence of people who profit from the attributes of strength that the rottweiler possesses: dog fights, sparring or simply mistreatment have been the causes of dogs with problems behavior.
Rottweiler Education
All dogs, regardless of size or breed, should receive the first part of their training: puppy socialization.
This is a process in which we teach the dog to interact with the outside world including other dogs or cats, people, objects and a long etcetera of possibilities. Making him aware of different sounds and stimuli prevents our pet from acquiring fears of any kind in the future.
Obviously if we don't offer this part of the education we risk that, out of fear, our dog may become aggressive in a given situation.
If we add violence and abuse to the lack of socialization, the result is clear: our dog is going to suffer serious behavioral problems and obviously we increase the chances of having a serious accident.
On the contrary, if we comply with the five freedoms of animal welfare and strive to educate our best friend in a responsible and positive way we will enjoy a sociable, affectionate and stable dog.
The characteristics of a rottweiler
Although the Rottweiler is an intelligent, courageous and obedient dog, it is also a dog of great physical strength. It is basically for this reason that the rottweiler is considered one of the potentially dangerous dogs in most countries.
Its bite and muscular body make it capable of killing, like any other animal with its characteristics. It is for this reason that our site is totally against this regulation: it encourages racial discrimination and non-adoption.
Is he or is he not a dangerous dog?
Any professional will give you the same answer as me: the rottweiler is not a dangerous dog, the danger is the education we offer the animal.
Keep the following tips in mind before adopting a Rottweiler:
Socialize your dog from when he is a puppy
You must spend time with your pet, a lonely dog will be unhappy
Always use positive reinforcement to educate him, choke collars or violence are totally inadvisable and inappropriate
Walk your dog two to thirteen times a day
During the walk you should allow some freedom, especially if your dog is stressed. You can help relieve his stress by allowing him to smell and explore quietly
Exercise your dog if you think he needs it
Teach him basic training commands that are useful for his safety: sit, stay or come are some examples of what your dog should learn
Meet your needs at all times and go to the vet if necessary
If you follow all these tips, the rottweiler you adopt will not be an aggressive dog in any case. Covering all aspects of their day-to-day will have repercussions on the well-being of the animal and you will be able to have the best friend in the world by your side.
What should I do if my Rottweiler becomes aggressive?
If you think your rottweiler is changing his character becoming aggressive or you have problems training him, you should contact canine professionals, find out in more depth on our site what an ethologist does and how they might help you.
