TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Chapter One: Biological Information 3
- Taxonomy 4
- Origin and History 4
- Physical Traits 6
- Quick Facts 7
- Chapter Two: Rottweilers as Pets 9
- Is A Rottweiler an Ideal Pet For You? 10
- Pros and Cons of Rottweilers 13
- Dog Licensing 14
- Costs of Owning a Dog 18
- Are You Financially Prepared? 18
- Chapter Three: Purchasing and Selecting a Healthy Breed 25
- Best Places to Acquire a Rottweiler Breed 26
- Characteristics of a Reputable Breeder 30
- What Indicates a Healthy Breed? 31
- List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 33
- Chapter Four: Habitat Requirements for Rottweilers 37
- Habitat Requirements 38
- Housing Temperature 41
- Keeping Your Dog Safe Around the House 42
- Chapter Five: Nutrition and Feeding 45
- Nutritional Needs of Rottweilers 46
- Types of Standard Commercial Dog Foods 47
- Recommended Brands of Rottweilers Dog Foods 49
- Tips in Feeding Your Rottweilers 52
- Chapter Six: Grooming and Training Your Rottweilers 55
- Guidelines in Training Your Rottweilers 56
- Guidelines in Grooming Your Rottweilers 58
- Common Dog Behaviors and How to Control Them 61
- Chapter Seven: Showing Your Rottweilers 63
- Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Rottweilers 71
- Sexual Dimorphism 72
- Breeding Basics 72
- Signs that Your Female Dog is ready for Mating 73
- Mating Process 74
- All About Dog Pregnancy 74
- Raising Puppies 77
- Chapter Nine: Common Diseases and Health Requirements 81
- Health Problems of Rottweilers 82
- Recommended Vaccinations 88
- Core Vaccines 88
- Vaccination Schedule for Dogs and Puppies 89
- Chapter Nine: Care Sheet and Summary 91
- Glossary of Dog Terms 99
- Index 107
- Photo Credits 115
- References 117
