Having a rottweiler will cost a minimum of £105 per month after purchase and set-up costs and up to £17,000 across their lifetime. Because they’re so powerful, rottweilers need an experienced owner who understands them and knows how to train them using positive, reward-based training. We will make sure you will receive an email alert if there are more ads that match your pet search criteria. There are not currently any additional breed specific restrictions in place for this breed. If you are looking to buy a rottweiler, you can find the best classified ads right here. Be sure to check out our rottweiler buyers guide plus more information on what should be in a rottweiler puppy starter pack.
Begin this breed’s training as soon as you bring the puppy into your home. While this is a physically imposing dog breed, it’s important to be aware of their sensitive nature. They do not tolerate extreme temperatures very well, especially heat. And, they definitely will not be a well-balanced or well-behaved dog if left alone for long periods of time. If you live in an apartment, this dog breed is not for you because they prefer lots of space.
A rottweiler mix is a cross between a rottweiler and another dog breed. Because a mixed-breed dog can inherit any combination of traits from their parents, it’s important to ask about the other parent breed... You’ll need to feed them a complete, commercial dog food to keep them slim and healthy. As long as they are well socialised from a young age, rottweilers should get along fine with other dogs. However they have strong herding and protective instincts so introductions always need to be done carefully.
Although generally friendly, they will be skeptical of large crowds of strangers and noisy environments. If you buy a rottweiler puppy from a breeder, make sure your puppy will be well socialised and have all necessary health checks and vaccinations. We recommend looking for a kennel club assured breeder as they meet higher standards. We've put together some advice to help you find a good breeder. Historically, many rottweilers had their ears ‘cropped’ as puppies or young dogs, to make them look a particular way.
Rottweilers are very active and will need lots of exercise and training to keep them happy and occupied. There are a number of the kennel club's rules and regulations that may prevent a litter from being registered, find out about our general and breed specific breeding restrictions below. Particular points of concern for individual breeds may include features not specifically highlighted in the breed standard including current issues.