OT: To Rottweiler or not to Rottweiller
I know this may seem silly to most people but...I am thinking of getting a puppy and I need advice. I want a Rottie, (an ex of mine had one and it was the sweetest dog) however I work long hours. I live alone in a house with a backyard... So what do y'all think? I don't want to traumatize a dog or myself but it seems like a good idea to me....Is there a better choice of breed or should I be okay?
Hmmm, I grew up with Rottweilers and my mom has one now. They are sweet dogs BUT you have to socialize them early and the fact that you work long hours may hinder that process. They are instinctively guard animals so they have to know it's ok to be friendly to people yet also be a protector (if that's why you want this particular breed). They like to dig, so a good fence is needed.
Life is not about making it through the storm....but learning how to dance in the rain. 
The ONLY down-side I had with owning a Rottweiller is that "Champ" literally tore our backyard up. We could NEVER leave him untied when we were away from the house otherwise we never knew what disarray or backyard would be in....Unfortunately he figured how to untie himself while we were gone and would stand by the chain when we got there as if he was tied up all day (smart doggie).. Unfortuantely, he end up choking himself to death last summer (2007).... One of the MANY of reasons I opted for a small inside dog this time...
I had planned on keeping him inside mostly and when the weather was more mild (can u freakin believe it is 30 dang degrees in North Texas....the humanity!) I was trying to get one over the Thanksgiving holiday because I had a week off and I have 3 off starting Friday (Happy Dance 
). Unfortunately the puppies were born later than expected and won't be ready until January (so that plan was shot all to pieces). I have been told to get a hound of some sort because they can stand to be alone but...I have to admit, I am not up for the amount of running it is going to take to keep up with such a high energy dog. Also I like the fact that for the Rotties I know they are sweet to people they know and protective...yes the fact that my male neighbors started visitin when they realized I had ended my LT relationship was somewhat a factor too. I would have to keep him inside until he was big enough because my back fence is that black metal kind with the wide grates so as not to block the view of...absolutely nothing, lol. But I would have for him to get out or get stuck.
Isn't there some law in TX now about tying up pets? I remember growing up we only had outside dogs so this will be a challenge for me.
). Unfortunately the puppies were born later than expected and won't be ready until January (so that plan was shot all to pieces). I have been told to get a hound of some sort because they can stand to be alone but...I have to admit, I am not up for the amount of running it is going to take to keep up with such a high energy dog. Also I like the fact that for the Rotties I know they are sweet to people they know and protective...yes the fact that my male neighbors started visitin when they realized I had ended my LT relationship was somewhat a factor too. I would have to keep him inside until he was big enough because my back fence is that black metal kind with the wide grates so as not to block the view of...absolutely nothing, lol. But I would have for him to get out or get stuck. Isn't there some law in TX now about tying up pets? I remember growing up we only had outside dogs so this will be a challenge for me.
It depends on the city you live in if you can tie him u*****t. Irving has laws against it but I'm not sure about Arlington. Also make sure the city and your homeowner's policy allows that breed. Many, many homeowner's policies will not allow you to have aggressive breed dogs which they classify Rotts under. (I don't agree but it is what it is.)
I have had Rotts and love them but they definately require, exercise, firm discipline and lots of socialization. Dogs are like children--you get out of them, what you put into them.
If you honestly can't commit to the necessary time to effectively train your dog, you don't really need one.
I have had Rotts and love them but they definately require, exercise, firm discipline and lots of socialization. Dogs are like children--you get out of them, what you put into them.
If you honestly can't commit to the necessary time to effectively train your dog, you don't really need one.
I LOVE ROTTIES!!!!! LOVERS!!! (i'm a HUGE HUGE HUGE animal lover, so...)
You definitly do not want to get an animal that needs a lot of attention (i.e., you work a lot...)
It will become destructive , insecure, lonely, overly needy when you are around, anxious when you are away, and sad (being alone a lot). I don't know if this is even a possiblity but cats can be as affectionate as dogs, even have a lot of dog tendencies (greeting you at the door, begging for food, cuddling, giving kisses... all kinds of great stuff) if you raise them right. And they are more independant. Even though they love having you around, they are perfectly content when you are not. Also... and this is my favorite, they are small and easier to take care of than a dog so you can get TWO!!!
If you simply don't want kitties, then research dog breeds that are a lil' more independant. I don't know one but that doesn't mean there isn't one! Oh, hey, the other option is to get two dogs so they can keep each other company but I don't know if you could/would/or want to deal with two babies at once. NO MATTER WHAT... a puppy or puppies take a lot of work to socialize and get on the right track so no matter which/what you go with you will still have to devote time to have a happy well-adjusted pet/new family member!
You definitly do not want to get an animal that needs a lot of attention (i.e., you work a lot...)
It will become destructive , insecure, lonely, overly needy when you are around, anxious when you are away, and sad (being alone a lot). I don't know if this is even a possiblity but cats can be as affectionate as dogs, even have a lot of dog tendencies (greeting you at the door, begging for food, cuddling, giving kisses... all kinds of great stuff) if you raise them right. And they are more independant. Even though they love having you around, they are perfectly content when you are not. Also... and this is my favorite, they are small and easier to take care of than a dog so you can get TWO!!!
If you simply don't want kitties, then research dog breeds that are a lil' more independant. I don't know one but that doesn't mean there isn't one! Oh, hey, the other option is to get two dogs so they can keep each other company but I don't know if you could/would/or want to deal with two babies at once. NO MATTER WHAT... a puppy or puppies take a lot of work to socialize and get on the right track so no matter which/what you go with you will still have to devote time to have a happy well-adjusted pet/new family member!
Personally, have you checked out the Labadors Retrivers? They are great dogs we have had ours for 12 years and he is now sick. But he has been nothing but wonderful. He is house trained and was very easy to do so after a week of training. He was sweet to the kids(at least he was when he was younger now that he has gotten older he doesn't tolerate things well) but he has not bitten any of my children or my grandaughter. He just growls when he becomes tired of small children. He is such a baby and likes to be held but can't fit on my lap as he was a 120lbs dog. He is home from 7am until 5pm alone all day and does not destruct anything nor goes to the bathroom in the house. He waits patiently at the family room door for us then when we get home we put him out. I dont hink Rots are good for small children if you have any of those. Once this dog passes onto doggie heaven I am getting a smaller lap dog. The only thing about a lab is the amount of shedding they do. If you have carpet it won't be a good ideal unless you like to v *** the floor all of the time.
The rottie is a great choice just realize that they are a herding animal. They were breed to animals like cattle. They are protective of the owners. I never owned one just done my research on them. I have sereval friends with them and the love them. I noticed that the male take to females more. Now the boxer is my love had a boxer named Tyson for 6 yrs. found him dead last winter. I then looked at the rottie, but not sure what I want cause the boxer is great. Real wonderful with kids, and house broke easy. What ever ur choice is to me boxer or rottie is a great choice.
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