"The Rottweiler is a breed of dog who, for centuries, has served mankind in numerous ways.

He is an excellent guard, herding, tracking and companion animal. He is loyal and devoted to his human family.

He is calm and confident in his environment.

He is also independent, willful, bossy and wants to make all the decisions.

He can and will share his home with other animals but prefers to act alone as king of his domain.

It is this bossiness, this king-of-the-yard attitude, that can and does get the Rottweiler into trouble.

Ignorant owners do not seem to understand that large, independent-thinking dogs need training, socialization and attention.

When treated with respect, fairness and consistency, he is easily trained.

This is not a breed that does well unattended. Rottweilers need to be part of their human family,

and they must know their place in the family hierarchy.

For those of us who have come to know and love this breed, there is no other.

For those who do not have the time, patience and strength of character to own a Rottweiler, there are plenty of other breeds!"