The origin of the Rottweiler dog breed dates back to the German district of Rottweil, which was a farming area. Due to their medium-large size, these dogs were used to herd and protect livestock, although they were even used to guide, care for, rescue and were even exceptional police dogs. Rottweiler dogs are specifically known for their intelligence and courage. With proper Rottweiler training, these dogs can be bred and bred to become extremely loyal and friendly.
Since Rottweilers are really strong dogs and very touchy when it comes to their territory, a major problem when training these dogs is getting them to obey their master. There have been incidents in the past where Rottweiler dogs have bitten people and sadly it has given this magnificent breed of dog a bad reputation. These dogs are rarely afraid and situations where a Rottweiler has bitten strangers has more to do with the dog’s aggressive and touchy nature when it comes to territory. Although Rottweilers are not truly aggressive by nature, improper treatment and training from an abusive and neglectful owner can take Rottweiler aggression to a severe level.
It is important that Rottweilers are properly trained and socialized while they are still puppies to prevent them from becoming territorially aggressive even with their owners. Since Rottweilers can be so large and strong, handling them can become a problem for owners if they are not well trained. The usual problems that Rottweiler owners usually face can be avoided if you begin to properly train your dog to be obedient while he is still young. Aggressiveness, barking, biting, etc. These are some of these problems that Rottweiler dogs usually develop as part of their nature due to lack of proper training.
It is important for owners to be familiar with almost all the essentials of Rottweiler training so that their dog grows up obedient and good-natured. Rottweiler dogs can be effectively encouraged to behave by using training methods that involve rewarding them for every improvement in behavior. Rewards that a Rottweiler dog will seriously enjoy include an edible treat, a toy, or just some praise. While it is not advisable to severely punish a Rottweiler, especially a puppy, as that can lead to future aggression, however, if they misbehave they can be punished. This simply means doing something the dog doesn’t like, for example owners may ignore their Rottweiler until he behaves appropriately or pull on the leash. Hitting a rottweiler or any dog is not a good thing, especially if the owners want their dog to grow up to be well behaved and non-aggressive. Above all, one of the main reasons people in the past have been bitten by Rottweiler dogs is because they physically hit their dog.
Spending as much time as possible with your dog on a daily basis is another crucial aspect of Rottweiler training. If owners want to be successful with an effective obedient Rottweiler dog, they need to make sure they spend enough time with their dog whenever they can. Due to their comparatively large size, Rottweiler dogs can suffer from obesity which leads to more health problems like arthritis, shortness of breath, heart failure and other diseases. Therefore, making sure they get enough exercise every day is also an integral part of training these dogs. Rottweiler dogs can be trained more effectively, as well as exercised and kept happy, if owners conduct training in an outdoor environment.
Training a Rottweiler is not an easy task and can take considerable time, which can make the owner a bit frustrated at times, however, they must remember that it will be rewarding in the end. When training a Rottweiler, consistency and patience are necessary. As long as Rottweiler owners don’t give up, it’s definitely possible to train these dogs to be well behaved, even if it takes a bit of time. Facing problems with a Rottweiler is quite natural for those who are raising a dog of this breed; however, these problems can be avoided with proper Rottweiler training.
