Understand Rottweiler History To Understand Your Dog
Many people still fear the look of the Rottweiler and this is not something that seems to be on the path of changing any time soon, as fear is what the Rottweiler has been placing in people for many years. It can be hard for owners of a Rottweiler to have guests into their home because of this immediate fear that people feel when they see a Rottweiler walking towards them. With a little education on the history of this breed, you cannot only help handle the fears of your guests, but you can help the bond you and the dog share.
By understanding what the Rottweiler breed has been through and what they have accomplished over the years, you will be able to better understand your pet and this may help you in raising them. Never mistake this breed for a dumb one as they are anything but and have been found over time to be helpful in both completing work chores and for protection of people and personal belongings.
Although many people would not think of it when looking at a Rottweiler, the ancestry of this dog actually dates back into ancient Roman times. It was then that this breed started as what was called the Roman drovers. The drovers were dogs used to serve the soldiers, as during the nights they would serve as guard dogs and alert them to any dangers, including surprise attacks from enemies and then the drovers would herd cattle during the daylight.
During the travels of Caesar, some of the drovers were left behind in Germany, and it was in Rottweil, Germany, where the dog got its name as they began to breed this dog in order to serve them the way they served the soldiers. They would serve as work dogs just like they did for the soldiers. There was no doubt in the minds of anyone that this was a dog to respect and respect them they did.
With the Rottweiler pulling carts and barges, it seemed that they were suddenly irreplaceable but that thought soon came to an end with the introduction of the railroad. Now, without a job, the fate of the Rottweiler breed was not looking too great and there was fear they would soon cease to exist. But then the police stepped in and saw that the Rottweiler would make a wonderful police dog and in 1910, it was official, the Rottweiler was a police dog.
The American Kennel Club Stud Book accepted the Rottweiler breed into the registry in 1931 and through time the popularity of the breed only grew. For a decade, the Rottweiler stood within the top ten of the breeds registered with the American Kennel Club. But then, in the year 2000, eleventh place was given to the Rottweiler and the breed lost the decade long streak. The Rottweiler popularity still continued to grow and still became the member of many households across the world. Being as loved and respected now as they were back in the ancient Roman times, the Rottweiler is here to stay.
About the Author: A lot of people feel fear when they look at the Rottweiler and that is why Sharon Davies strives to make others aware of how important and smart this breed is. When thinking of getting a Rottweiler as a guard dog, remember that there is much more to them then just a scary looking dog. A lot of Rottweiler information can be found in different books or just by talking with your vet.
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