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Rottweiler

The Rottweiler is a powerful working breed, black with distinctive rust markings, historically used to drive cattle.

Also known as: Rottie

Size

Large

Coat

Short, black with tan/rust markings

Temperament

Confident, loyal, protective

Identification clues

How to recognize a Rottweiler

  1. 01

    Black coat with defined tan markings

  2. 02

    Broad muscular head

  3. 03

    Large powerful build

  4. 04

    Markings over eyes, cheeks, chest, legs

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