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Expert Advice: Fun Facts
Learn About the Powerful, Confident, and Courageous Rottweiler
If you are looking for a calm, confident, and courageous guardian, then look no further than the Rottweiler. These robust dogs are powerful and loyal companions that have strong protective instincts. They can quiet, well-behaved housedogs, yet are powerful enough to ward off burglars. Their personality can vary from dog to dog, with some being […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/7-fun-facts-about-the-rottweiler/
| December 22, 2016
Expert Advice: Events
Rottweilers Show Off Their Herding Skills in Minnesota
Cool temperatures prevailed and ready-to-harvest corn rattled in the wind as rolling thunder crossed the prairie: a field of Rottweilers converging on Del Seaman’s Chisago City, Minnesota, farm October 8 and 9 for the annual Northstar Rottweiler Club all-breed herding tests and trials. A Rottie works sheep at the event with his owner. Judged by […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/rottweilers-show-off-their-herding-skills-in-minnesota/
| October 18, 2016
Expert Advice: Cute & Funny
13 Reasons To LOVE Rottweilers
Loving, loyal, and an amazing companion, there's more to Rottweilers than you might think. In fact, they're the 9th most popular dog breed in America. They may seem shy as first, but once they know you are family, they'll warm up rather quickly. If you're a Rottweiler owner, you'll know these 13 images all too […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/13-reasons-to-love-rottweilers/
| March 31, 2016
Expert Advice: News
Rottweiler Leads Disabled Vietnam Vet to Washington
He’s an unlikely lobbyist, but this Rottweiler is doing more than advocating for the rights of disabled veterans—he’s also serving as an ambassador for his breed. Dieter is a service dog for Neal Williams, a disabled Vietnam veteran who serves on the board of directors of the New England chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/rottweiler-leads-disabled-vietnam-vet-to-washington/
| September 8, 2015
Legislative Alerts
Rottweilers and Pit Bulls Targeted in New Mexico BSL
A bill labeling "pit bulls" and Rottweilers as "dangerous dogs" has been introduced in the New Mexico House of Representatives. Under current New Mexico statute, any owner of a dog deemed to be "dangerous" must be spayed or neutered, microchipped and registered each year. Under House Bill 667, the definition of "dangerous dog" is expanded […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/rottweilers-and-pit-bulls-targeted-in-new-mexico-bsl/
| February 12, 2009
Sports & Events
Judges’ Study Guides
AKC Group Standards Download AKC approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device. Sporting Hound Working Terrier Toy Non-Sporting Herding Misc. Judges Study Guide No single written guide is ever comprehensive enough to be the only learning tool utilized in preparation for judging a new breed. We urge you to […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/conformation/judging-information/judges-study-guides/
| August 12, 2024
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Expert Advice: Weight Management
How to Tell if Your Dog is Underweight
Dogs can be underweight due to diet or underlying health problems. How do you recognize if your dog is underweight and what do you do about it?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/is-my-dog-underweight/
| July 1, 2024
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Expert Advice: How to...
How to Change Your Dog’s Routine
Dogs thrive on consistency. But what should you do if you need to shift your dog's routine? Here are some tips to help them adjust to changes in routine.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-change-your-dog-s-routine/
| June 21, 2024
Press Releases
2024 NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES FINALS & NATIONAL ALL-BREED PUPPY & JUNIOR STAKES JUDGING PANELS NOW AVAILABLE
The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panels for the 2024 National Owner-Handled Series (NOHS) Finals and the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin. The […]
https://www.akc.org/press-releases/2024-national-owner-handled-series-finals-national-breed-puppy-junior-stakes-judging-panels-now-available/
| May 31, 2024
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Expert Advice: Studies
How Cognitive Traits Vary Breed by Breed
When an Rat Terrier stands next to a Newfoundland, the physical differences in the breeds are obvious. But what about their cognitive differences?
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/cognitive-traits-vary-by-breed/
| May 29, 2024