Well Fergie i just want to say that i am in the same boat as you. Except i have previously owned rotties, however it was after i had learned about the breed and found that i should have went through a reputable breeder who wanted to better the breed instead of breeding for profit. Now that i am rottie-less, me and my wife are still going through the careful process that many of these experienced people have discussed. We have been emailing, calling, although some never return our calls
http://www.rottweiler.net/rottie/frown.gif Requesting puppy packets, going over pedigrees, and trying to find the right pup, as well as the right breeder. Because the breeder will be the one to help you with questions, concerns, diets, showing, working, and any other information you might have. We are still looking for a working/show dog for we believe strongly in working the rottie before we worry first of showing this beautiful breed. We are planning to purchase one as soon as possible and want this pup to be a family member, then working dog, then show, and finally my bestfriend!