TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Chapter One: Biological Information 3
  • Taxonomy 4
  • Origin and History 4
  • Physical Traits 6
  • Quick Facts 7
  • Chapter Two: Rottweilers as Pets 9
  • Is A Rottweiler an Ideal Pet For You? 10
  • Pros and Cons of Rottweilers 13
  • Dog Licensing 14
  • Costs of Owning a Dog 18
  • Are You Financially Prepared? 18
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing and Selecting a Healthy Breed 25
  • Best Places to Acquire a Rottweiler Breed 26
  • Characteristics of a Reputable Breeder 30
  • What Indicates a Healthy Breed? 31
  • List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 33
  • Chapter Four: Habitat Requirements for Rottweilers 37
  • Habitat Requirements 38
  • Housing Temperature 41
  • Keeping Your Dog Safe Around the House 42
  • Chapter Five: Nutrition and Feeding 45
  • Nutritional Needs of Rottweilers 46
  • Types of Standard Commercial Dog Foods 47
  • Recommended Brands of Rottweilers Dog Foods 49
  • Tips in Feeding Your Rottweilers 52
  • Chapter Six: Grooming and Training Your Rottweilers 55
  • Guidelines in Training Your Rottweilers 56
  • Guidelines in Grooming Your Rottweilers 58
  • Common Dog Behaviors and How to Control Them 61
  • Chapter Seven: Showing Your Rottweilers 63
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Rottweilers 71
  • Sexual Dimorphism 72
  • Breeding Basics 72
  • Signs that Your Female Dog is ready for Mating 73
  • Mating Process 74
  • All About Dog Pregnancy 74
  • Raising Puppies 77
  • Chapter Nine: Common Diseases and Health Requirements 81
  • Health Problems of Rottweilers 82
  • Recommended Vaccinations 88
  • Core Vaccines 88
  • Vaccination Schedule for Dogs and Puppies 89
  • Chapter Nine: Care Sheet and Summary 91
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 99
  • Index 107
  • Photo Credits 115
  • References 117

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