Disposition:

The Saint Bernard is an extremely loyal, loving, and gentle breed of dog. This breed does well with children and other dogs, assuming it has been well-socialized from an early age. Training should start at an early age as well because these dogs get so large and it if they are not trained they could easily do damage – no matter that they wouldn’t mean to. This breed is very intelligent and wants to please its owner, so training is quite easy.

 

Activity Level:

Despite its size, the Saint Bernard does not require very much exercise. A long walk morning and evening is enough to keep this breed happy. They are mostly inactive indoors, so an apartment would be suitable – assuming it could cope with the dogs’ size. A small backyard/garden is ideal, but not necessary if the dog gets exercise in other ways.

Because of the strain that can be put on large breeds’ bones, puppies should not be overly exercised or allowed to play too roughly until about one year old.

 

Breed Information:The Rottweiler has a large, athletic, muscular body which is topped by a broad head. Rottweilers have a black nose and very dark eyes. The legs are heavy and straight, and not too close together. Although the tail is docked in the

USA, if showing internationally, kennel club regulations must be checked prior to docking. This breed has a short, hard dark coat with brown points ranging from orangey rust to deep mahogany.  

Size:Dogs – Height: 24-27 inches/Weight: 95-120 poundsBitches – Height: 22-25/Weight: 85-110 pounds 

Breed Specific Health Issues:Rottweilers are notorious for having bad hips because of Hip Dysplasia, and also for ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) problems. The ACL is the ligament in the back knee which often gets torn with this breed. 

Life Expectancy:The average lifespan for the Rottweiler is 10-12 years. 

Grooming Requirements:The smooth coat of the Rottweiler is easy to groom, needing only the occasional going over with a stiff brush and a bath when necessary.