Thread: New to dogs....
View Single Post
  #13  
Old 10-12-2006, 01:13 PM
RSQRottweiler RSQRottweiler is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Dec 1999
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Re: New to dogs....

As many others have already said, owning a Rottweiler involves a LOT of work. They are not black and tan lawn ornaments. They are active, intelligent working dogs that need an occupation. . .not just an occasional game to tire them out. As the owner, it is your responsibility to provide your Rottweiler with exercise: physical and mental.

Get the dog enrolled in obedience classes. Not just one, but ongoing. Talk to the instructor about other activities you could get involved in with the dog. . .herding or tracking or carting or agility. These dogs shine when you give them the chance to use their brains.
__________________
Audrey

Sebastian CGC TT (Waiting at the Bridge, 10-15-00 - 9-16-06)

Gretchen CGC TT (aka MommaDog, Auntie Gretch)

Delightful Paradise "Badger" (Tennessee Walking Horse)