How to Identify a Rottweiler

Perhaps you found a puppy or a dog and not quite sure what kind of breed he is. If you suspect it may be a Rottweiler, there are characteristics of this breed to help you identify it. Paying attention to the colorings, size, eyes, and mouth can all help you to identify if you have a Rottweiler.

1. Look for the colors of the
   Rottweiler. They normally have smooth coat that is short and deep
   black in color with rust or a mahogany colorings on his cheeks, the
   muzzle, legs, and his paws. There is also Rottweilers that have the
   black coat with a brownish to red markings.


2. Check the ears. Rottweilers have
   triangular shaped ears that are droopy. If the dog you have doesn't
   have a tail, it was probably cropped as a puppy, which is normal for
   this breed. Moreover, if the tail is cropped, check to make sure the
   dew claws were removed. The Rottweiler's head is broad and the eyes
   have an almond shape to them. The eyes are normally brown, but some
   Rottweilers have blue eyes or two different color eyes.


3. Examine the muscular body. A
   Rottweiler has a stocky and muscular body. It is a medium sized dog,
   but because of his massive muscle mass, they can weigh up to 130
   pounds full grown. These dogs when not raised with proper
   socialization can have an aggressive nature about them, which is
   normally due to their upbringing. Therefore, keep this in mind if
   you are unfamiliar with the dog you are trying to identify as a
   Rottweiler.