Resources

Helpful information for current and future Rottweiler owners, collected by our volunteers over the years.

The Rottweiler

  • Why a Rottweiler?

    What makes the breed special, and whether it is right for you.

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  • German vs. American

    The differences between German and American Rottweilers.

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  • Rare Rottweilers?

    Why “rare” colors and sizes are a warning sign.

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  • Good News About Rottweilers

    Rottweilers making a difference.

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  • Heads or TAILS?

    About docked and natural tails.

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Health and training

  • What is Bloat?

    A life-threatening emergency every owner should know about.

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  • Electric/Buried Fence?

    Why we ask for secure physical fencing.

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  • Training Links

    Training resources from our early years.

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  • Informative Links

    Breed, health and training resources.

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  • Reference Material

    Further reading on the breed.

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  • Recommended Reading

    Books suggested by our volunteers.

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Rescue and adoption

  • Consider a Rescue

    Top 10 reasons to adopt a rescue dog.

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  • Hard Facts

    The numbers behind pet overpopulation.

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  • Adoption Information

    Requirements, fees and how to apply.

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  • Owner Surrender / Referral

    Help for owners who need to rehome a Rottweiler.

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  • So You Want To Buy A Rottweiler?

    A classic article on responsible ownership.

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  • Forms and Applications

    Adoption contract, reference and referral forms.

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From our community

  • News

    Seminars, events and rescue news.

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  • Events

    Rescue events.

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  • Photo Gallery

    RottStock and Friends of BSRR galleries.

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  • Thank You

    The businesses and people who have helped us.

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  • Guestbook

    Messages from our supporters.

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  • Memorials

    Remembering rescue dogs.

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