Rottweiler care is just as intricate as proper care for any other dog. Rottweilers require certain different types of food at various stages in their life; they need a couple of shots; they need discipline coupled with love and most of all they need a disease-free environment so that they can wander around doing whatever […]
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An ideal Rottweiler is a big and healthy dog which can keep up with just about any activity and still be ready for more fun with their owner.
If you are the Rottweiler’s owner, you want to make sure that you can keep your dog healthy for many, many years. In order to do that there […]
Rottweilers are a robust, regal and powerful breed of dog and if you’ve got a Rottweiler, then you’ve definitely got a dog that you can be proud of. In order to make your pet look his best, you need to make sure you are grooming him the right way.
Take a look at a Rottweiler and […]
By far, the most common heart problem seen in Rottweilers is called Sub-Aortic
Stenosis – or SAS for short. This disorder can range in severity from very mild to fatal. The term ‘stenosis’ refers to an obstruction near the valve of the aorta that causes a noise that is most often diagnosed as a heart […]
Your Rottweiler’s breath may be so bad that it’s funny, but it is nothing to laugh at. Well over three quarters of dogs have some form of dental disease and unlike their human owners the Rottweiler’s teeth will probably never be taken care of unless the owner first understands the importance of proper dental […]
Inherited blood disorders among Rottweilers are some of the most difficult problems to deal with, because not only are they most often genetic in origin, the clinical signs can sometimes be conflicting leaving your vet to misdiagnose a rather serious issue.
Among the two more common blood disorders is von Willebrand’s diease.
What is von Willebrand’s Disease?
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The Rottweiler can be a great addition to your family. When you see a full grown Rottweiler on the street you might be tempted to believe they grow up quickly, but the truth is that they are fairly slow to mature and special care should be taken when feeding your new pup to ensure […]
While Rottweilers are a popular and loyal breed, there are a few potential health problems that you should be aware of before taking on the responsibility of bringing a Rottweiler into your home.
While most dogs will have a variety of health issues during their lifetime, there are a few dangerous diseases that are […]
Cancer has become an increasingly common condition among Rottweilers. It is the leading cause of non-accidental death in dogs and has begun to spread rapidly among Rottweilers, especially in recent years.
The term cancer is used to refer to a large number of diseases whose only similarity is that they are all characterized by uncontrolled […]
Dysplasia is a crippling and painful disease that is often found in larger breed dogs including the Rottweiler. It is a multifactoral and severe disease that can be caused both by genetic predisposition and environmental factors.
The good news is that dysplasia is treatable. Early detection offers the best potential outcome, as younger Rottweilers […]
Dysplasia is a severe and potentially crippling disease common to large breeds of dogs including the Rottweiler. It is genetically transferred and pups born to parents who have been diagnosed with dysplasia show a greater propensity to having the disease themselves.
Dysplasia is a form of arthritis caused by a genetic defect that allows for […]
Established as a charitable organization by the American Rottweiler Club in 1998, the focus of the Rottweiler Health Foundation is to improve the overall health status of the Rottweiler. According to their website, the foundation states their goals and objectives as follows:
To foster and promote the public’s knowledge and appreciation of dogs in general […]
Rottweilers are a large and hearty breed, known for their fierce loyalty. Unfortunately, they are also prone to a variety of health issues that require a watchful eye and a good relationship with your Rottweiler’s vet.
In order to better prepare you to have a proactive role in protecting your Rottweiler’s health we have compiled […]