What were Rottweilers bred for? Ever gazed at your Rottweiler with a keen interest on where they actually came from and what they were bred for ? Well , we at Vom Eisenwacht wanted to investigate the history and lineage
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DOG TRAINING: DOG TRAINING SECRETS EVERY PUP PARENT SHOULD KNOW
The Crucial Thing Every Pup Parent Should Know About Dog Training Ever wonder if your pup needs a dog trainer, even if he’s usually well-behaved? The truth is, every dog and his owner can benefit from working with a professional
Separation Anxiety Negatively Impacts Quality of Life
Separation Anxiety It is in the Rottweiler’s nature to become loyal to the leader of his/her pack – the one he/she considers to be his/her master. It is also in his/her nature to become restless or provoked once his/her master
KUSA Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Grading
After numerous investigations and discussions, KUSA and the SA Veterinary Association, have decided to change South Africa’s Hip Dysplasia grading scheme to the more internationally recognized FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale) system. The new system was implemented as from January 2007.
Top 12 Behavioural Problems in Dogs
DIGGINGNumber one behavioural problem in dogs is digging. Dogs like to dig, and you’ll need to train them to get them to stop. You need to catch your dog in the act to stop digging. Say “no” and distract him
Bringing Your New Puppy Home
This is an important time for your puppy, what they learn and experience now will shape future behaviour. Your new puppy isn’t fully vaccinated yet but it’s important to continue socialisation by exposing your puppy positively to experiences.
Rottweiler Breed Standard
Utilization: Companion, service and working dog Classification FCI: Group 2 (Pinscher and Schnauzer type, Molossian type and Swiss Mountain- and Cattle Dogs and other breeds) Section 2.1 Molossian type, Mastiff type With working trial. Brief historical summary: The Rottweiler is considered to
Deadly Canine Parvovirus
Parvovirus, or parvo/cat flu, in dogs is a highly contagious and is often a fatal viral disease that attacks the gastrointestinal system of the animal, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Unvaccinated puppies younger than four months old are most at risk.