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Roman Rottweiler Champions
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Pronunciation:
raw-mahn rot-wahy-ler
Breed Description:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog looks very similar to a Rottweiler, however, they have a larger size and should appear more massive in build and size. They should be muscular and substantial in size without appearing overweight or course. They should be well conditioned and proportioned and they should be slightly longer than they are tall. Their head should be broad with a medium length, boxy muzzle and the medium length ears should hang down the side of the head. The top line should be slightly sloped and the tail should be long, however, it is commonly docked.
The coat of the Roman Rottweiler should be a double coat with a dense, short undercoat. The top coat should be slightly longer but still short and it should be very dense. The hair should lay flat on the dog to create smooth lines and the coat around the neck and shoulder should be slightly thicker. The Roman Rottweiler should be black with tan markings on the cheeks, over the eyes, on the side of the muzzle, beneath the tail and on the chest and legs.
Temperament:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog is a calm and affectionate breed that can be a wonderful family dog. While they are known for being even tempered, the Roman Rottweiler is not the breed for everyone. They can be very stubborn and really need an owner that can set firm rules. In addition, ample socialization is needed with this breed and consistent training is a must. The Roman Rottweiler is not recommended for new or timid owners. The breed can do very well with children but do much better with older children. The breed is very loyal to their family and tend to be over protective. They are naturally suspicious of strangers and can take a fair amount of time to warm up to any new people. They can do well with other dogs and pets but proper socialization is key for this to happen.
Height:
The average height for a Roman Rottweiler is between 24 to 30 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Roman Rottweiler is between 80 to 140 pounds, however, they can be much heavier.
Health Problems:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog is considered to be a healthy breed, however, they can be prone to knee problems and also to hip dysplasia. In addition, the Roman Rottweiler can be prone to entropion.
Living Conditions:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog can do very well in apartments, especially with proper exercise, however, the ideal home is one with a large yard. The breed does need a fenced yard since they tend to be very protective and may attack anyone they feel threatens their home or owners.
Exercise:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog is a very energetic breed of dog and will need about 45 to 60 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and happy.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog is a very easy breed to groom and they require little to no maintenance to keep their coats healthy. On average, you should expect to brush your dog on a weekly basis to remove dead hairs and dirt. A wipe down with a damp cloth will keep them clean and they should only be bathed when it is absolutely necessary. Ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and nails should be clipped once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Roman Rottweiler breed of dog is a recreation of an ancient breed of dog that was traced back to 74 AD. The breed was developed by a number of breeders over the last few decades, however, the breed can attribute much of its acceptance into various registries to Emily Tiscarenio from Colossal Rottweilers Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
