Would it surprise you that a 25-pound Rottweiler puppy eats almost as much as a 75-pound adult? However, the ill effects of overfeeding and adding too many supplements to the diet of a large-breed puppy leave many pet owners in a quandary. How do you solve the confusion around how much to feed a Rottweiler…
Rottweilers, or Rotties as they are commonly called, were first found in Germany and they were used by farmers and butchers to pull heavy carts and drive cattle. Rotties in historical times and today are characterized by a very bulky and muscular body and a wide chest to give them a lot of strength and…
In an earlier post, we discussed how bananas are safe for Rottweilers and are a good source of fiber and other important nutrients. So, now it may have you wondering about other fruits and whether they’re safe. How about strawberries, for example? You’ll be pleased to know that strawberries are safe for your Rottweiler to…
Dogs are pretty omnivorous- this means that they eat practically anything. Raw and cooked meat, fruits, vegetables… you’ll know from all the times you’ve slipped your Rottweiler some scraps from the dinner table when they’ve looked up at you with those huge, brown eyes. But just because a dog can eat things doesn’t mean it…
Like their wolfy descendants, Rottweilers love to eat meat and need it as a vital part of their carnivorous diets. We believe it should be cooked first most of the time. But is that always the case? Rottweilers do very well on a raw meat diet. It’s good for their coats, their teeth, and weight…
Ask any Rottie owner where their Rottweiler most wants to be, and you will likely hear, “my dog wants to be with me doing whatever I am doing – and eating whatever I am eating.” Rottweilers love their people. This dog breed is known to be intensely people-focused and very bonded to its owners. In…
