Once you have decided to get a Rottweiler puppy it is important that you find a Rottweiler puppy that is healthy and happy to add to your household. This can be difficult for the first time dog owner or first time Rottweiler owner. One of the most important tips to finding the right dog is to select a Rottweiler puppy that approaches you or at the very least won't shy away when you approach them. You should never select a Rottweiler puppy that is fearful or aggressive. Rather the puppy should be friendly and allow you to hold and handle them.
Next you should try to meet the parents if you can. Carefully observe the behavior of the puppy's parents. The parents should ideally be friendly, well behaved and easy to handle. There is a great chance that the puppy will adapt well with proper training if the parents are well adjusted.
When it comes to the Rottweiler puppy you want to carefully examine their back legs. Since Rottweilers are in general large dogs they can have problems with their back hips, which are costly to fix. In order to reduce the chance of having a dog that will develop these problems you should avoid a Rottweiler puppy that has hips that are grossly turned out and for the most part face forward. Also make sure the puppy's parents don't have a history of hip disorders since some of these conditions can be hereditary.
Never judge a breeder by their appearance, rather consider how the breeder treats and trains their puppies. How the breeder raises the puppies will have a lot to do with how your Rottweiler puppy will turn out later on. So always keep an open mind and just remember that you will never find the perfect animal, but you will find a loving companion that will be loyal to you for years to come.
When looking for a Rottweiler puppy it is very important to ask questions and you should never be afraid to ask even the most difficult questions. An important question to ask is how many times the mother has had puppies. For Rottweiler's the general rule is that a female should only have three litters in her lifetime in order to have the best breeding results. It is also important that the mother be given adequate time to recover after having a litter before she is bred again. If a female Rottweiler is over bred then there can be some problems with a puppy's health and behavior.
It can be difficult to ask questions but always remember that a good breeder is eager to answer your questions and will be very helpful. The best breeders will often give you all the general facts without you even asking and then allow you to meet the parents to assess their traits. A good breeder is not pushy and wants to help you raise your puppy to be happy and healthy. So don't be afraid to ask any necessary questions including those about the health history of the parents.
About the Author: Sharon Davies is a breeder with many years experience in how to select the proper puppy. Ask the right questions when selecting Rottweiler puppies and make sure you take into consideration their health and history. After the hard part of finding a good puppy you can have fun of finding the best Rottweiler puppy names for your new addition.
