#1 rule of owning a Rottweiler. You cannot treat them the same way you do other dogs. They are way to sensitive & intelligent. A Rottweiler requires special attention and socialization. The biggest mistake people make is thinking because of their size/reputation ect. they are not people dogs, that is the exact opposite of what they are. I personally keep my dog in with the family 24/7's but I am not against keeping a dog outside as long of the same amount of attention is being given. I have a couple ?'s why do you keep them seperate? Just because they run or is there fighting going on or something? And by making him chew at play, do you mean tug-of-war? Its realy good for your dog to chew(as long as its on toys/bones & not people) As far as tug-of-war I wouldn't recommend it esp. to someone who is new to Rottweilers. It sounds like you really love your pup, :) I agree with moondog in that you might aquire some books on the breed to help you. And by all means keep asking ?'s here, we all just want to help you raise/keep a well balanced dog.
