Working Group
Rottweiler
The job
The Rottweiler descends from Roman drover dogs used to guide cattle and guard encampments.
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In the years 1901 to 1907, the Rottweiler again found favor as a police dog.
Height 24-27 inches (male), 22-25 inches (female). Weight 95-135 pounds (male), 80-100 pounds (female).
American Temperament Test Society pass rate: 85.0% (6,216 dogs tested).
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Photo: azuaje. CC BY-SA 2.0. Image source. Sources: American Kennel Club, American Temperament Test Society.
