| An adult rescued Rottie has big advantages over a puppy, if you're feeling a little tired, like us. They are past the "chewies," and often past the destructive stage--a little more settled. A full adult can be taken to the vet, and if he's medically healthy, you have a good chance he will continue to be healthy. A puppy is a lot of unknowns. We rescued a 7 year old female from the pound, have had her four years, and she is wonderful. Her vet says she's in such good shape, there is no reason she shouldn't last another 4-5 years easily, even tho Rotts are supposed to be short-lived. Rotts are mentally tough, and if they receive kind, firm, consistant, REASONABLE treatment from their new person, they will bond to you as if you had raised them from puppyhood. |