It is believed that Rottweilers descended from the dogs of Roman legionnaires, which soldiers used to guard livestock. These are large dogs with a balanced constitution - they are not overweight, but not lean either.
The height of males is about 62-68 cm at the withers, and females are slightly smaller - 55-63 cm. Rottweilers weigh in the range of 40-50 kg.
Representatives of this breed can have only one color – black with red tan. Rottweilers are not whimsical, and they do not require special conditions.
These are serious, balanced dogs, they are courageous and self-confident, so they should be owned by people with the same character.
If the animal is raised correctly, it will not show aggression, however, if the puppy is not raised, it can grow up aggressive and even dangerous to its owners.
Rottweilers are very loyal to their owners and always reciprocate love and good treatment. They are ready to guard their home and owners around the clock.
Varieties and mixed breeds of the Rottweiler. Comparison with other dog breeds based on qualities
The Rottweiler is an intelligent, loyal, non-aggressive dog. She learns quickly, so she is used in the service of law enforcement agencies.
Breeders tried to get new animals by mating the Rottweiler with other dog breeds. This article will tell you in detail what types of mestizos exist and why they are unique.
Varieties
There are no species or subspecies. However, the popularity and widespread distribution of the breed around the world have added local flavor to national standards. Here is a list of the main varieties:
Further in the photo you can see representatives of this breed of dogs, including small Rottweilers.
Métis
Let's look at what kind of mixed breeds exist and see in the photo what a cross between a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd looks like, a mixture with a Labrador and other dog breeds.
German Shepherd mix
Malchover is a cross between a German and a Rottweiler. A muscular, calm, loyal, intelligent and self-confident dog has become a good friend to man. The weight of a large dog is 50 kg. He inherited the color from the Rottweiler, and the muzzle and ears from the German.
Metis has the following advantages:
With Labrador
The mixed breed is called a labra-rotweil. This complex canine artifact inherited good intelligence, conformation and temperament from its parents. Dogs are little known to people, because obtaining an ideal heir can be achieved after long and painstaking work.
With a pit bull
This mestizo was called a pit bull terrier. The dog is different:
The color can be anything from solid black to black with brindle markings. The coat is smooth, short and shiny. The chest is wide and massive. The legs are of medium length and muscular.
The mixed breed is slightly smaller in size than a purebred Rottweiler. The weight of an adult is 30-40 kg.
Staffordshire Terrier
This is a cross between a Stafford and a Rottweiler. The dog has the following features:
There are aggressive individuals who inherited a malicious character from their parents, were raised that way, or were kept in harsh conditions. For training to be productive, the owner should be patient and remember consistency.
Mongrel mix
The mestizo “nobleman” is not distinguished by his impeccable character. Requires increased attention and love from the owner. The dog's owners claim that it is difficult to train, and its most important trait is arrogance.
The dog has good intelligence. He can easily open any door, understands people, and gets along with other pets. Despite their attractive appearance and pretty face, dogs of this breed do not participate in exhibitions.
Other famous hybrids
There are several other breeds obtained by crossing the Rottweiler and other dogs. Here are some unique unions:
Still, selection is unpredictable. If some mestizos are ideal, then some have a disgusting character. Many dogs are prone to gluttony and laziness. It is difficult to force such animals to do anything, much less learn.
The photo shows Rottweiler mixes.
Doberman and Rottweiler:
Alabai and Rottweiler:
Choosing a puppy
When purchasing a puppy, if you are not familiar with the exterior features and other nuances of the breed, seek help from an expert. Only a specialist will be able to check the correctness of the bite, the absence of congenital heart diseases, and the normal size and proportions of the puppy. If this is not possible, you must follow the following rules:
- Behavior: The puppy should be active, playful, curious, friendly, not timid, and free to make contact.
- He should not show aggression or bite.
- It is best to choose the leader of the litter.
- Do not try to choose the largest or smallest from the litter, give preference to the medium size.
It is best to take a vacation before purchasing a puppy. In the first days, it is important to pay a lot of attention to your pet. When purchasing it, check the documents, the correspondence of the stamp numbers on the paper with the numbers on the stamp itself, and the presence of vaccinations in the veterinary passport. Read information about the parents of the future pet, look at their photos, ask about participation in exhibitions, competitions and subsequent evaluation.
Experienced experts recommend purchasing a puppy with as dark a tan as possible. Such individuals have greater endurance, good immunity and good health. Remember that after the first shedding the coat will become lighter.
One more nuance - the Rottweiler has no varieties: long-haired, royal, brindle, dwarf, it cannot be gray, brown, red, etc. The breed can only have one color defect: a white spot on the chest, everything else is not purebred.
Comparison with other dogs by qualities
German Shepherd
Shepherds and Rottweilers are loyal, strong, hardy creatures. They cope well with assigned tasks, protect and guard their territory. But the German is calmer and friendlier, which cannot be said about the Rottweiler.
Cane Corso
Here the Rottweiler serves as a guard, and the Cane Corso acts as a bodyguard. The second breed has its disadvantages: it sheds for a long time and secretes excessive saliva.
Both breeds have similar personalities. But the Cane Corso requires an active lifestyle, so it is important to provide him with regular exercise.
Pitbull
The differences lie in behavior and tendency to train:
Staff
The Staffordshire Terrier has a softer and more flexible character, which cannot be noted in the Rottweiler. Both breeds are easy to train, get along well with people, are strong and resilient. They equally love to be lazy: they prefer to sleep or relax most of the time.
Ca de bou
The Spanish Mastiff differs from the Rottweiler in the following features:
Labrador
The Labrador is not considered a fighting breed.
He is very kind and affectionate. The dog can play the role of a hunter, athlete, guide and detective. The animal does not behave maliciously or aggressively. The soft grip of the jaws will not harm the opponent in any way. If you put a Rottweiler against a Labrador, the first one will be stronger. When choosing between a Labrador and a Rottweiler, it is important to evaluate the purpose of the purchase. If a person spends all his time at work, then it is better to choose the first breed. The Rottweiler will only obey a more attentive, strong and strict owner.
The Rottweiler is an intelligent and unpredictable dog. It is difficult to predict how a dog will grow up without special training. A person must not forget that timely and professional training will result in a kind, obedient, devoted ward.
Source
Cost and where to buy
Rottweilers are an expensive breed, both to maintain and to acquire. Depending on the nursery, class and pedigree, a Rottweiler puppy costs from 15,000 rubles (data as of December 2017). It is difficult to outline the upper limit of prices, since the best puppies from breed champions are of interest not only to ordinary dog breeders, but also to breeders.
Cost may vary depending on region. In addition, dogs with imperfect pedigree, without the required documents or with breed defects are often sold much cheaper. But there is no guarantee that a dog not purchased from professional breeders will be mentally and physically healthy.
Breeding nurseries
Kennels of the Rottweiler dog breed are quite widespread, there are in most regions of Russia and neighboring countries. Here are some examples.
- “The Tsar’s Flock” (Moscow) - https://www.rottweiler-rkf.com;
- “Akslen” (St. Petersburg) - https://akslen.ru;
- Kennel of Rottweilers and East European Shepherds Grand Animals (Armavir) - https://zilberwasserfall.com;
- Schwarzer Held (Minsk) - https://www.rottweiler.by;
- KLENSMEN KLIRI (Zaporozhye) - https://shakiradog.jimdo.com.
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Rottweiler mixes: popular types of dog mixes and which one is better to choose
It is believed that Rottweilers descended from the dogs of Roman legionnaires, which soldiers used to guard livestock.
These are large dogs with a balanced constitution - they are not overweight, but not lean either. The height of males is about 62-68 cm at the withers, and females are slightly smaller - 55-63 cm. Rottweilers weigh in the range of 40-50 kg.
Representatives of this breed can have only one color – black with red tan. Rottweilers are not whimsical, and they do not require special conditions.
Detailed description
It is difficult to accurately characterize a mixture, since puppies inherit traits from both parents. What they will have in common is large size, proportionate body, muscularity.
External data
Karelo Finnish Laika: description of the dog breed
Malchover is a dog that is more similar to a Rottweiler. The dog has a toned, slender body, a wide chest and a straight back. The paws are very long and thin.
The Rottweiler/Shepherd mix has more characteristics of the former breed. The Malchover's head is medium in size with a convex forehead, with a noticeable occipital protuberance. The muzzle narrows towards the nose.
The nose is large, black with large nostrils. The jaws should be equal in length and have a scissor bite. The ears are drooping and triangular in shape. The tail is long and straight.
The Malchover has a hard, short and coarse coat. The most common color is black with tan markings on the paws and belly.
Interesting fact! The cross between a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd looks impressive. Therefore, such dogs are used to guard the territory and protect the owner.
Males reach a height of 70 cm at the withers, females 65 cm. The average weight of an individual is 50 kg. Such pets are not suitable for apartment living. Therefore, it is better to keep Malchover outside or in an enclosure.
What popular types of Rottweiler mixes exist?
Doberman and Rottweiler mix
This mixed breed has adopted the same features of both breeds; these dogs are generally similar to each other, especially in puppyhood.
You can see a comparison of Doberman and Rottweiler here.
As they mature, they become stately dogs, with strong paws, stockier than purebred Rottweilers, with a characteristic color for both breeds - black and red tan.
Their head is more like the head of a Rottweiler - medium in size, with a clearly defined occipital protuberance, with wide-set ears. The muzzle is somewhat narrowed, the nostrils are widened and round.
Lobes, lips and eye rims are black . By nature, the mestizo will take the best from his parents and will be a brave dog.
Rottweiler and Shepherd mix
In Germany, this mestizo was called Malchover. In the middle of the last century, a group of German breeders set the goal of breeding a new breed of service dogs with strong physical characteristics and a balanced character and stable psyche.
German Shepherds were used for selection
The results were very worthy: they turned out to be hardy, well-trained dogs with good health.
Both breeds have similar physical parameters. They are large, muscular, proportionally built, strong.
Therefore, puppies born from a union between a shepherd dog and a Rottweiler are almost no different in body type from their parents.
Hybrids have a toned body with a straight back and broad chest . The paws are long, straight and thin. The shape of the muzzle and the structure of the ears of the mixed breed are more similar to Rottweilers.
The coat is short, stiff, usually rich dark in color with rusty or light yellow tan markings.
Positive qualities of a puppy mixed from these breeds include::
They are energetic, active, love to play with their owner and tolerate physical activity well.
Metis are very attached to the whole family and it is very important for them to feel like members of this family.
Their training is best done by a person with a strong-willed character . The hybrid inherits stubbornness and willfulness from Rottweilers, so it can be difficult to get them to follow commands and obey.
They can also be cunning and pretend to be tired or sick, just so that they are not forced to practice following commands. During the training process, the dog must not give in and follow its lead, otherwise the pet may become uncontrollable.
These dogs require a special approach . With enough attention, care and proper training, they will become reliable guards and loving pets.
Rottweiler and pitbull mix
Since the Rottweiler and Pitbull cope excellently with guard duties, such a mixed breed will be an excellent guard. These are strong, hardy, energetic, fearless dogs.
But it should immediately be noted that this breed is not suitable for everyone . The owner should approach the upbringing and training of the pet with great responsibility and devote a large amount of both time and effort to it.
Otherwise, the dog will feel lonely, and unwanted changes may occur in its psyche.
When raising a hybrid, the dog's tendency to dominate must be suppressed, otherwise the animal may become uncontrollable.
It is very important not to keep your pet on a chain . Since pit bulls do not tolerate cold well, a long stay outside the home is not suitable for a mixed breed.
The mestizo is slightly smaller in size than a purebred Rottweiler, stockier, and weighs approximately 30-40 kg.
The color can be any - either solid black or black with brindle markings. The coat is smooth, short, without undercoat, and shiny.
The mestizo has a voluminous muzzle with powerful, strong jaws and developed muscles . The chest is wide and massive. Paws of medium length, strong, muscular.
Rottweiler-Husky mix
Puppies from the fusion of these two breeds have developed muscles and excellent endurance. From huskies they take goodwill and friendliness. They usually choose one person from the family as their owner, although they are very fond of the whole family.
The guarding qualities will not be at all as excellent as those of a purebred Rottweiler - after all, a husky is a breed not intended for protection.
Since huskies have been kept as team sled dogs for a long time, mixed breeds get along well with their relatives and are even able to share food with other dogs. And they consider other animals as prey; they can only get along with them if they grow up together.
These are large dogs, whose height at the withers reaches about 55-60 cm, and males usually have larger dimensions . The color can be, like that of a Rottweiler, pure black, or it can be mixed with colors characteristic of a husky color.
Raising these puppies requires rigor and consistency; they cannot be spoiled. They are able to obey if they feel a strong hand, otherwise the dog can take on the role of leader.
These are fearless dogs, there is little that can scare them . The owner of this hybrid must be an active person who loves long walks.
Stafford mix with Rottweiler
As a result of crossing these two breeds, the result is a large, strong dog, with well-developed muscles, an excellent guard, and at the same time an excellent companion (shown in the photo).
Whether he will be aggressive depends on many factors:
For productive training, the owner needs to find a common language with the pet, be patient and remember consistency.
The approval of the owner is very important for such dogs, so they will try their best to please him. You cannot use rudeness and force if the dog does not succeed.
Mixed staff and Rottweilers need regular physical activity, this is necessary not only for physical fitness, but also for a good emotional state.
A little history
Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound (hotosho): description of the breed
A cross between a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd appeared in the mid-20th century. The breed is considered young and still little known throughout the world. Germany became her homeland. A group of Germans set out to get new dogs with a stable psyche and balanced character. Particular attention was paid to the level of health.
The best representatives of the breeds were selected for the work. The first mixed breeds of Rottweilers and German Shepherds definitely pleased the breeders. Hybrids were distinguished by high trainability, obedience, and good health.
Further crossing allowed only the best qualities to be consolidated in the new breed. Therefore, the breeders decided to present the Rottweiler-Shepherd mix to the professional canine society.
Rottweiler and Shepherd
However, experts refused to recognize the new breed. In their opinion, mestizos do not have a stable set of characteristics, and the results of selection are not yet permanent. At this stage, the targeted work on breeding a new breed ended.
Interesting! Some dog breeders make their own hybrids and sell puppies.
The Rottweiler-Shepherd mix is considered to be versatile and has excellent working qualities. This breed is popularly called Malkhover, and it is popular among connoisseurs of unusual dogs.
Who is better: German Shepherd or Rottweiler
When choosing between two breeds, you can never say for sure which is better. It all depends on the character and temperament of the person and the dog.
For active people who constantly like to be on the move, a shepherd dog is better suited . So, by nature, she is very active, impulsive, this energy should be directed in the right direction, otherwise this energy will develop into disobedience.
It is better for a calm and balanced person to adopt a Rottweiler..
The Rottweiler is a calm dog, does not like to rush, but there must be clear rules with him, otherwise there is a risk that the Rottweiler will not obey.
German Shepherds are an absolutely universal breed; they are considered service dogs, protective dogs, security dogs, and detective dogs.
German Shepherds are very strong and resilient, famous for their intelligence, they require not only constant physical activity, but also mental stress . Shepherds are easier to train than Rottweilers, but if you don't constantly train them, they will also quickly forget what they have learned.
Both shepherds and Rottweilers are incredibly loyal creatures. Both of them love children and get along well with other pets. Rottweilers are often stubborn and have dominant tendencies.
Features of behavior
Belgian Shepherd Malinois: description of the breed, character
Both the Rottweiler and the German Shepherd have complex personalities. Dogs of these breeds require constant training with the owner and supervision by a dog handler. The dogs are trained not only in general training, but also in protective guard duty.
Malchover has absorbed the qualities of both parents
Rottweilers are fearless, self-confident and have a balanced character. A dog of this breed will perfectly guard the territory.
German Shepherds are more focused on cooperation with humans. This breed can be called one of the most important among service dogs. The dog will be pliable and easy to train.
Malkhover absorbed the character of both parents. The crossbreed has a high level of intelligence, obedience and intelligence. The puppy will demonstrate a balanced character.
Important! Negative qualities include obstinacy, pride and excessive independence.
At the same time, malchover shows activity and mobility. He will enjoy outdoor games, running and long walks. Metis will get real pleasure from joint activities.
The dog is very dependent on the owner and will suffer from long periods of loneliness. Therefore, malchover is not suitable for busy people. You need to constantly train your pet and spend long hours together.
Before purchasing a puppy, you need to compare different breeds, write down their pros and cons. This will give you an idea of each dog. You should not rush to conclusions, since the pet will live for at least 10 years and you need to approach its choice responsibly.
Malkhover is able to withstand any physical activity. You can use it for cross-country running, obstacle courses, agility and other active sports.
Malkhover is a serious dog; the description of the breed does not give a complete picture of its characteristics. Such a pet requires strictness from the owner. Metis has an obstinate and stubborn character, so it will be difficult for a beginner to cope with him.
Who to choose: Cane Corso or Rottweiler
Both of these breeds are generally similar, both are guard dogs, but the Cane Corso is more of a bodyguard, and the Rottweiler is more of a watchman. Cane Corsos are more active and need frequent long walks. Also, like Rottweilers, they are quite balanced. Training a Cane Corso is somewhat simpler than training a Rottweiler.
The disadvantages of the Cane Corso include::
Thus, when choosing a dog, no matter whether it is a purebred Rottweiler, a mixed breed, or a dog of another breed, you should understand that this is a creature that has its own character and certain needs.
When getting a pet, you need to be aware of the full degree of responsibility, because how it will grow up depends, first of all, on the owner, on his attitude towards the dog, on proper training and upbringing.
Aggression on the part of dogs such as the Rottweiler is only the result of the wrong actions of their owners, insufficient attention and improper training.
Also read about how the choice of nickname affects the character of a Rottweiler.
A little more about how to train a Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a smart dog, and therefore as soon as the puppy gets home, he himself will begin to grasp various little things. So within 2-3 days he gets used to your voice, recognizes who is the owner and remembers the nickname. The Rottweiler quickly remembers the sound of knocking on his plate and even a sleepy one can come running to the kitchen. This skill can be used when training the “Come to me” command.
Start practicing this command on the street, repeating it 4-5 times during your walk. Give your puppy a treat as soon as he follows the command. Don't shout if your Rottweiler training fails, be patient.
From the age of 4 months, a growing dog begins a period of independence, and he may ignore your commands. To do this, use a trick to attract attention - sit down or clap your hands. If this does not help, turn in the opposite direction and walk without losing sight of the dog. You need to get the dog to come to you. After he approaches, do not scold him for disobedience, but, on the contrary, praise him for following the command.
If the command “Come to me” cannot be instilled, you will have to practice it with the help of a long leash. In addition, the command must be associated with a gesture: the right hand is easily lowered to the thigh (without clapping).
Basic Standards
Definition
A standard is an official document that contains the basic norms that characterize the characteristics of a particular breed of dog. In this case, we will talk about such a service dog breed as Rottweilers.
Their standard records such features as body structure, appearance, characteristic behavior and temperament. In addition to the advantages of dogs of this breed, the standard describes possible deviations from the basic parameters.
Thanks to the description of some shortcomings, it is possible to determine whether the dog belongs to the purebred lines of the breed. A rejected animal can no longer participate in breeding.
A little history
While the Rottweiler breed was evolving, the standard parameters were constantly changing. Breeders often changed the requirements for the structure, color and size of the animal.
In 1921, the All-German Club of Rottweiler Fans opened, which united all existing societies of dog breeders of this breed. Thus, the members of the new club finally put an end to disagreements and created a common standard with uniform requirements for the characteristics of the breed.
According to this standard, the height of males should vary from sixty to sixty-eight centimeters, and the height of females should range from fifty-five to sixty-five centimeters.
The standard color of dogs of this breed should be black, with small tan spots of a rich brown hue. In those days, white spots in the area of the animal's belly and chest were undesirable, but acceptable.
Created in 1970, the Rottweiler standard has undergone some changes in the parameters relating to the color and character of the dog. But in the end, this document differed little from the standard approved in 1921.
Currently, the world mainly uses the following four Rottweiler breed standards:
Moreover, when drawing up its standard, the FCI took as a basis the breed parameters described by the All-German Rottweiler Club. In the official document, FCI indicated Germany as the country of origin of these dogs, and their purpose as protection and service.
When drawing up the standard, many countries were guided not so much by these requirements as by their own results and preferences. Let's look at some varieties of Rottweilers from different countries.
The most striking examples
American look
American breeders used German representatives of the breed to breed their Rottweilers, but not of the highest quality. Therefore, breeding often involved animals that were rejected for some standard parameters and brought from Germany.
Basically, for breeding, American breeders selected Rottweilers that were taller than their German counterparts and had a more aggressive character. The breeders sought to obtain a guard dog with a frightening exterior.
According to American ideals, the Rottweiler should look impressive and menacing. And you should treat other people's animals and strangers with anger. A dog should always be ready to tear apart any creature that encroaches on the territory entrusted to it.
Due to American breeding methods, Rottweilers have developed hereditary health problems. For example, articular dysplasia. But even if the Rottweiler does not have such deviations, he still needs timely education, otherwise the animal’s aggression may get out of control.
It is extremely difficult for American Rottweiler dogs to get top marks at shows due to deviations from the FCI standard. Even though most Rottweilers are classified as members of the German variety of the breed.
But this does not prevent them from being popular both in the USA and in Europe. Although many experts and lovers of the true German breed consider this state of affairs to be a mockery of animals. In their opinion, American specimens contaminate the pedigree of purebred Rottweilers.
English view
The British, like the FCI, took the German parameters for Rottweiler dogs as a basis to draw up their standard. In principle, English Rottweilers are very similar to German representatives of the breed.
However, there is a difference in character. As is customary for true residents of England, English Rottweilers know how to control themselves in almost any situation. And only the owner’s order can move them from their place. But this example does not apply to emergency situations when urgent protection of the dog owner and his family is necessary.
Other varieties
In addition to the American, German and English breeding lines, there are other official and unofficial varieties of dogs of this breed. Almost every country where Rottweilers are in demand has approached their breeding in its own way.
Rottweilers of the Finnish breeding line have long muzzles and ears, a stocky build, and a lighter coat color. Some breed experts believe that Finns crossed Russian hounds with Rottweilers to improve their sense of smell. Hence the elongated proportions.
In Austria, purebred Rottweilers are used exclusively for military purposes. Dogs of this breed serve in the army, grow, develop and train mainly in the fresh air. Therefore, the goal of Austrian breeders is to breed a true service dog. Austrian Rottweilers have a working type of build. They are shorter in stature than classic German Rottweilers, are well developed physically and do not have excess subcutaneous fat.
Rottweilers have been living in Norway for a long time. The Norwegian Club of Rottweiler Fans was opened in 1933, but the first representative of the breed was officially registered earlier - in 1919.
When breeding Rottweilers, breeders encountered a problem such as osteochondrosis of the elbow joint in dogs. After all, Norwegian Rottweilers have a heavy build and longer limbs than is accepted by the FCI standard. Therefore, all dogs brought from Norway are checked for the presence of this disease.
The Italian specialized club for Rottweiler lovers, which opened in 1979, does not issue pedigrees for its dogs. And in the Italian breeding line there are no rules. Because of this, puppies are sometimes born with defects.
For example, many Italian representatives of the breed have disproportionately large heads, small muzzles, shortened bodies, and slightly curved front legs. It turns out to be a sort of mini Rottweiler.
Such dogs do not fit the generally accepted standard at all and are not considered purebred representatives of the breed. But many people prefer to buy just such dwarf dogs, often not realizing what responsibility they are taking on. But more on that later.
Deviations from standard norms can occur in any breeding line, regardless of country. Let's take a closer look.
Deviations from the standard
Standard sizes
The FCI standard states that the height of male Rottweilers varies from 61 to 68 centimeters, and the height of females varies from 56 to 63 centimeters. According to these parameters, it is customary to distinguish dogs of this breed according to the following sizes:
Dogs that meet standard parameters have a good chance of receiving top marks at shows and giving birth to healthy puppies.
Reasons for deviations
Sometimes dogs are born whose sizes are much smaller than even the small standard ones. The small Rottweiler is not a breed variety, but a consequence of serious abnormalities. They appear due to mistakes in breeding purebred dogs, hereditary diseases or birth injuries. Sometimes these puppies are born because their mother did not eat well during pregnancy or while nursing.
There are cases when unscrupulous breeders, in order to make a profit, attract potential buyers with advertisements for the sale of supposedly mini representatives of the breed. They deliberately breed Rottweilers with much smaller sizes, without warning about the complications that the owner of such a dog may encounter.
Advantages and disadvantages
Each breed has its own pros and cons. Malhover's strength is its excellent protective and guarding abilities. Metis is distinguished by a high level of health, affection for the owner and other family members.
Such a dog will not bark for no reason and disturb the owner. With proper training, your pet will become an excellent friend and protector. Thanks to its endurance, a malkhover can accompany its person everywhere.
The hybrid does not whine or bark for no reason.
But the mixture also has negative sides:
- Aggressive attitude towards other pets, especially small ones. Therefore, you should not get a dog if there are already pets in the house.
- Intolerance towards children. The dog will not patiently tolerate the tricks of a child, especially if he is small. It needs to be isolated from the child or the puppy should not be taken into a family with children.
Due to the fact that the Rottweiler blood predominates in the crossbreed, Malchover can negatively perceive any guests. Instinct tells him to behave this way around strangers.
Another disadvantage of the hybrid is the difficulty of walking. Malhover needs to be taken out only on a leash and with a muzzle; he can only be released in the forest where there are no people. In other cases, you will have to limit your pet’s movements.
It is advisable to work with the dog under the supervision of a dog handler. He will show you how to teach different commands and suggest solutions to difficult situations. This is especially important for those who have little experience communicating with animals.
Training begins from the first month of the puppy’s life
With proper upbringing, Malkhover will become a devoted friend. He becomes nervous and aggressive towards people only when there is a lack of communication.
