Robust Rotties Trivia Quiz

Answer: Herding Cattle

Rottweilers were used by the Roman Legions to drive the cattle that accompanied the army for food. They are thought to have descended from Mastiffs, and the breed is more than 2000 years old.

Answer: From the German town of Rottweil

Rottweil is an old town in southwestern Germany. The town was founded by the Romans, and was on one of their army routes. The other options were made up.

Answer: Cheeks, eyebrows and below the tail

Each eyebrow has a spot that adds expression to the dog's face. The cheeks are tan, with black on top of the muzzle. With a docked tail, the tan marking below looks heart-shaped. The chest markings are two upside-down separate triangles, and the tan markings on the legs should not extend above one third of the leg.

Answer: Calm, friendly and protective

Rottweilers are strong physically and strong willed. For this reason they need to be well trained, and shown plenty of love. When trained properly, they are calm, loyal, affectionate pets, who respond well to children. They will guard you and your home fiercely from strangers, but will allow friends and acquaintances onto the property, without problems, and will also behave well in public.

Answer: Indoors, with access to a yard. Needs regular walks

Rotties are very well behaved and inactive indoors, and can even adapt to an apartment. However, they do need exercise. Rotties need a lot of love and affection, and need to be a regular part of the family's life. An unloved, unsocialized Rottie can become aggressive.

NEVER keep any dog on a chain. This is cruel.

Answer: Canine Hip Dysplasia

Hip dysplasia is one of the most common problems in Rotties. Other health risks include hypothroidism, elbow dysplasia, subvalvular aortic stenosis and osteosarcoma.

Answer: Flatulence and snoring

Rotties don't normally bark, unless there is something to bark about. The also have small jowls, so don't normally slobber or drool, unless it's a large male with loose jowls. Generally, a good brush of their short coat is sufficient, and they should not be bathed often, unless very dirty. Unfortunately, they don't make good bedroom partners.

Answer: All the choices

Rottweilers are versatile dogs. Because of their calm nature they can be used for animal visiting programs at hospitals. The Rottweiler breed had almost died out, before it became popular as a Police dog and guarding dog in Germany before World War I. Rotties can also be used for herding.

Answer: Hunting / Field Trials

Rottweilers are not gun dogs. They are more suited to herding, search and rescue, and tracking competitions.

Answer: A childless couple who are prepared to give a dog training and attention

While I think Rotties are the most wonderful dogs, they are not for everyone. They are good with children, but can injure them due to their size. Having a fifty kilogram dog bounce up at you requires a certain amount of strength. The same problem can affect the elderly. Rotties need to be well trained and socialized from an early age.

They should be treated firmly, yet lovingly. They respond well to affection and give plenty of love back. Harsh treatment leads to aggression. Aggression can be a problem if they haven't been trained well and, if isolated from the family, they can turn on family members.