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The Rottweiler is one of the most popular guard dog breeds in the world.

These strong, powerful dogs are known as excellent protectors and bodyguards. Many people who decide to buy a four-legged guard for their home or apartment opt for the Rottweiler.

The golden color of these dogs is extremely rare, but from time to time advertisements for the sale of such puppies still appear in the press.

But do Rottweilers come in colors other than the traditional black and tan, or are such advertisements a scam and golden Rottweilers do not exist in nature?

In this article we will answer this question and also show photos of Rottweilers with this color.

Origin story

The ancestors of all Rottweilers, without exception, are mastiff-shaped dogs that appeared in ancient times.

In the Middle Ages, the ancestors of Rottweilers were used as hunting and fighting dogs. Of course, in those days people paid the least attention to the exterior of dogs.

It was then required from the ancestors of Rottweilers. so that they could successfully cope with their work - hunt big game, and also fight alongside the soldiers during numerous military conflicts of those times.

NOTE!

In the Middle Ages, black color of dogs was considered the most preferable, however, puppies of other colors were often born in litters, including red or fawn.

Later, when wars began to be fought with the use of firearms, and instead of mastiff-like dogs, more agile greyhounds and hounds began to be used for hunting, the ancestors of the Rottweilers again became herding dogs, which were also used to protect property.

Soon the breed was divided into two types - larger and smaller, but also more active dogs.

Large Rottweilers were used as guards and bodyguards, while smaller ones were used as cattle herding dogs.

The breed standard appeared already at the beginning of the twentieth century, and at the same time the use of Rottweilers as search and guard dogs began. They were also used as rescuers.

Currently, the popularity of the breed is still very high, and the Rottweiler population is very large.

As for golden dogs, they are a very rare breed and are rarely seen.

Lifespan when kept outdoors

Rottweilers are excellent guards and many people take them as home guards, without thinking that keeping a dog on the street on a chain can shorten its life several times .

Rottweilers require careful care and attention. Sitting on a chain, they do not receive proper physical activity, which leads to obesity and muscle atrophy.

During the cold season, an animal can easily get pneumonia or a cold. In the summer heat, it is especially difficult for Rottweilers - they do not tolerate high temperatures well, which is why they can suffer from sunstroke, heart attack or stroke.

NOTE!

According to statistics, Rottweilers in “hot” regions live much shorter lives than in regions with a temperate climate, on average only 5-7 years.

An animal can live for a long time even if kept outdoors, but it must have a spacious enclosure where the dog can run, and a comfortable booth, insulated during frosts.

Marriage or breed?

Currently, the only acceptable color for Rottweilers is black and tan, and any other colors are a defect in the breed.

As for golden Rottweilers, it is almost impossible to find a purebred red or fawn dog. Almost all dogs with this color are crossbreeds with similar breeds, such as Boxers or Dogue de Bordeaux.

Expert opinion

Kozhevin Semyon Kirillovich

Expert dog handler.

Golden Rottweilers do not differ in their working qualities and character from other representatives of this breed. These are strong, powerful and courageous dogs, loyal to their owner, but distrustful of strangers. Like all other Rottweilers, these dogs need proper education and professional training. It is not difficult to care for them, and in terms of feeding, golden Rottweilers are unpretentious. But those who want to buy a pet with such an unusual color should remember that most of these dogs are mestizos, since fawn coat color is unusual for real Rottweilers and purebred puppies with this color are born extremely rarely.

physical characteristics

Rottweilers have a very powerful build - with a height at the withers of 60-70 centimeters, they can weigh more than 50 kilograms.

The dog's body is muscular, with a wide chest, limbs of medium length, the hind legs are very strong, semi-bent, giving impetus to the movement of the animal.

The head is medium in size with a short and strong muzzle.

The eyes are dark, almond-shaped, the look is intelligent, kind, and understanding.

The ears are small relative to the head, triangular in shape, hanging down.

The tail is docked at an early age.

The coat is coarse, dense, short.

Read more about what Rottweilers look like here.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages:

loyal to its owners;
smart;
strong and hardy dog;
Rottweilers make wonderful guards and bodyguards;
unpretentious in maintenance and does not require complex care;
are protective of children and are ready to protect them from any danger;
With proper socialization, it easily gets along with other animals in the house.

Flaws:

professional training and early socialization are necessary;
require a serious attitude towards oneself - the owner of such a dog can only be an adult and, moreover, a physically strong person;
Rottweilers can learn commands somewhat slower than other dogs, which requires a special approach to their training;
need a lot of physical activity;
a rather large dog, which may be difficult to keep in an apartment due to the fact that it needs a lot of space;
Raising and feeding such a dog can be difficult.

CAREFULLY!

The main problem of this breed is its incredible popularity, which is why all animals that look like Rottweilers are often used for breeding. As a result, seemingly purebred livestock are born, but with behavioral problems and an unbalanced psyche.

That is why you need to be especially careful when choosing your future pet, especially if we are talking about a Rottweiler with such a rare color as fawn.

Character traits

Rottweilers have a lot of positive qualities, namely:

loyalty;
courage;
obedience;
learning ability;
vigilance
high intelligence;
durability.

This breed becomes very attached to the family, especially to one owner, whom the animal itself chooses. The Rottweiler is good with children, especially if the animal and the child grew up together.

He can be aggressive and suspicious of strangers, but quickly gets used to people and changes his anger to mercy. In case of danger, the dog will stand up for its family and will protect it to the last.

A well-socialized animal will easily interact with other animals, but the other dog in the house will always be its competition.

IMPORTANT!

Rottweilers excel in training because they have amazing intelligence, but training should begin at an early age by someone who has experience working with dogs.

There is no point in punishing the dog; it is better to explain to it in a gentle but confident voice what is possible and what is not.

Dimensions, weight and other distinctive features

The golden or golden Rottweiler is a medium to large sized dog with heavy and strong bones. It should look neither too heavy nor too light.

The height of males is from 61 to 68 cm, and that of females is from 56 cm to 63 cm. The approximate weight of boys is 50 kg, and that of girls is 42 kg.

The body format of the Rottweiler is slightly stretched - the length of the dog does not exceed the height at the withers by more than 15%.

Other characteristics of dogs of this breed:

the head is quite large, with a wide skull and a well-defined occipital protuberance. The transition to the muzzle is clear, but not too sharp;
The muzzle is wide, tapering slightly towards the nose. The nose is wide and black;
lips tightly fitting, their pigmentation is black;
The cheekbones are well defined, the jaws are strong and wide. Scissor bite;
the eyes are brownish, almond-shaped, not large, but not small either;
The ears of a medium-sized golden Rottweiler are triangular, hanging, set high and, being directed forward, visually expand the cranial part of the animal’s head;
neck of medium length, powerful, with well-developed muscles, without dewlap;
the back is short, straight and strong. The loin is short and powerful, merging into a slightly sloping croup;
the chest is wide, powerful and deep, reaching to the elbows;
the stomach should not be too tight or too saggy;
tail of natural length or docked;
limbs are strong, with well-developed muscles. The front ones are straight and even, while the rear ones look slightly pulled back;
paws are collected, with arched toes;
The coat is of medium length, hard, dense and close-lying. The undercoat is softer and shorter.

IMPORTANT!

General characteristics of the breed

The Rottweiler is a standard in the world of working dogs, having an athletic build, strength and proper endurance. The general characteristics of Rottweilers include the following:

The average weight of an adult male is 50 kg.
The head is of medium size; large zygomatic arches and the occipital protuberance stand out on the muzzle.
The nose is black, broad based.
The jaw apparatus is powerful, the chewing muscles are highly developed. Rottweilers are distinguished by strong and strong teeth (42 in total).
Almond-shaped eyes.
The ears are triangular in shape, small in size, and hang freely.
The Rottweiler is easily recognized by its muscular neck, which has a slight curve at the top.
A strong back, short lower back and toned croup - all these signs can be preserved only with proper physical education and feeding of the pet. Rottweiler dogs are distinguished by their massive chest.
The hind legs are longer than the front legs.

The tail is not subject to mandatory docking, and therefore remains elongated, as if continuing the line of the croup. The skin is smooth, practically devoid of folds. There is a well-developed undercoat, thanks to which pets tolerate cold well.

A typical description of a Rottweiler is black with brown markings. Spots with a reddish tint may be present. The brown edging is located mainly around the eyes, on the chest, and can cover the throat and area of the zygomatic arches.

Life expectancy and health

The average lifespan of Golden Rottweilers is 10-12 years.

These dogs can suffer from a number of diseases, mainly diseases of the musculoskeletal system and eyes.

Among the most typical diseases for Rottweilers are dysplasia, osteochondrosis, retinal atrophy, cataracts, and entropion. They also have metabolic disorders, such as obesity and diabetes.

Rottweilers are also prone to overheating and sunstroke.

Major diseases

The list of diseases that are typical for this breed is quite extensive, some of them affect the animal’s lifespan, and some simply worsen its quality of life:

diseases of the cardiovascular system (the most common disease; Rottweilers have a weak heart);
liver and kidney diseases;
diabetes;
oncological diseases;
metabolic disease;
osteochondrosis;
hip dysplasia;
skin diseases and allergic reactions;
indigestion, bloating, diarrhea.

IMPORTANT!

Even a dog with a strong immune system can be susceptible to diseases, so it is important to carefully monitor its health.

A proper diet is a good prevention of diabetes, digestive and metabolic disorders, and allergic reactions.

Lethargy, fever, apathy, and lack of appetite are sure signs that the dog is unwell and needs to be examined by a veterinarian. The doctor will make a diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment. It is important to contact a specialist immediately - in some cases, hours and even minutes can count.

To exclude cardiovascular diseases, owners should periodically listen to the animal’s pulse, its breathing, and measure the frequency and periodicity of heart contractions.

With proper care, almost all diseases can be avoided or cured at the initial stage of their development.

Features of care

This breed does not require special care. It is enough to brush your golden Rottweiler 2-3 times a week, and every day during the shedding period. You need to bathe your Rottweiler twice a year.

If your pet lives in the courtyard of a private house or in an enclosure , then you need to take care of insulating its booth.

Like all other dogs, Rottweilers need a balanced diet.

They also need their eyes, ears and teeth cleaned, and sometimes their nails need to be trimmed. All these procedures must be performed as necessary.

NOTE!

Caring for your Golden Rottweiler must include timely deworming and vaccination, as well as the destruction of external parasites.

Caring for Black Rottweilers

The black Rottweiler is brushed two or three times a week. When a dog sheds, it is recommended to do this procedure every day.

It is often not necessary to bathe dogs of this breed, as this does not benefit their coat . In order for the black Rottweiler's coat to look perfect, it is enough to bathe your pet once every six months.

IMPORTANT!

These dogs need to clean their eyes, ears and teeth, as well as trim their nails if they are not shortened while walking on the asphalt.

It is necessary to vaccinate your dog on time, as well as worm it in a timely manner.

To prevent flea infestation, the Rottweiler must be treated with special drops, sprays, or put on a flea collar.

If a black Rottweiler lives in a yard or in an enclosure, his booth should be well insulated during the cold season.

Price range

The cost of Rottweilers without documents averages from 5 to 10 thousand rubles.

Considering that the Golden Rottweiler is considered a Plembrace, such a puppy costs about the same as regular Rottweilers without papers. However, some breeders who pass off breeding as exclusive may sell such dogs at a higher price than standard puppies.

How to choose a puppy?

Purebred golden Rottweilers are very rare, but under the guise of this breed, mixed breeds with other Great Danes are often sold.

In order to be absolutely sure that the pet is purebred, it is recommended to buy a golden Rottweiler from a nursery. In this case, the puppy must be given a certificate with a mark of defective color.