| Fergie,
The whole key about Rotties and kids lies on getting properly informed:
First, the right dog has to have an stable temperament bred into it, which it comes from professional ethical breeders. Knowing how to observ and analyze the puppy's behavior, as well as that of its dam and sire, will give you very good indications as to the possible temperament that it may develop in a selected pup.
Second, proper introduction to children, under supervised conditions, and early socialization with all kinds of people and possible enviroments, will make the puppy more confident and comfortable around kids.
Third, educate your children as to how inter-act with the pup or dog. Children may upset the dog by accident or even intentionally. Therefore, my advise is to always supervise your kid(s) and your dog when they are together. Teach them how to behaive!
Fourth, start to gain control on your puppy by training it at an early age. Do not wait until it grows into an unruly dog. Basic training will teach the dog to obey to your commands, thus making it controllable.
Last but not least, obtain good books and get information from reliable sources, to learn about the proper upbringing of the magnificent Rottweiler.
I can tell you that my Rotties love my children and their friends, with whom they all play together all the time. But, I pity the fool who attempts to harm my kids, my dogs will die defending them or otherwise...  |