| Re: normal height range for male rotties??
Dogs, 24-27 inches, (61-68cm with 65-66 being the most desirable). Bitches, 22-25 inches, (56-63 cm with 60-61 being the most desirable).
Proportion is important. Measurement from the posternum (breast bone) to the ischiatic tuberosity (rearmost projection of the rump) is slightly longer than the height of the dog/bitch at the withers. The most desirable proportion is 9H - 10L.
Depth of the chest is approx 50% of the height of the dog. Bone and muscle mass is sufficient to balance his frame, giving a compact, powerful appearance.
Lack of proportion is a serious fault, as are oversized, undersized dogs, or reversal of sex characteristics. (bitchy dogs, or doggy bitches)
As mentioned, this breed does not mature in a years time. I love big paws!
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