OK to get a rottweiler for xmas although i'm in a high rise flat?

Answer 1

I grew up around Rottweilers.

Currently, my parents have a 130 lb. Rottweiler who lies around the house all day, simply because he prefers it to being outdoors.

However, my dad takes him for a hour-long walk every day, rain, shine or blizzard, and they do have a fenced-in kennel for him, and nearly 30 acres of wooded land to run on, which makes a bit of a difference.

He's a happy dog, without an ounce of body fat on him.

Rottweilers tend to bond heavily with their owners, sometimes bordering on a mild obsession. Meaning, that if you're gone to work all day without someone around to keep him company, he's probably going to get very bored, lonely, and destructive. They're very intelligent dogs that need constant mental stimulation.

If you're home often and can devote quite a bit of your time to the dog, including long walks regardless of the conditions, and trips outside whenever they're needed, you'll probably be all right.

You'll have to check though, depending on what breeder/rescue center you get it from, they may not adopt out to people who don't have a fenced back yard. I know the ASPCA is one that is very particular about that. If you rent, you may not be allowed a large breed dog, too.

Do as much reading as you can about Rotties before you make your decision; they're wonderful dogs, but they've got a bit different personalities than most other dogs I've owned. Unneutered males can be a bit agressive towards other males (people and animals), so be sure to take that into consideration and spay or neuter.

And, if you're getting the Rottie as a gift for someone else, think very carefully about surprising them with it. I was surprised with a Basset Hound puppy yesterday, and while I'm already in love with her, it was really bad timing for me, and I'm having to do quite a bit of adjusting to accommodate my schedule to her needs, and wish I would have gotten her under different circumstances.

The holidays are a busy time; you're gone a lot, people are over a lot, and it isn't really the best time for a new dog to be adjusting to its surroundings. If anything, wait until the holidays are over, or at least winding down.

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Only if you have the time to actually take the dog out of your potentially small home and give it the exercise it requires really. If you have a small flat, then a dog like that always needs space to roam around. Also, if you have a big dog like that, then you don't want to be tripping over it every 5 minutes too, so its good to think about it before considering a Rottweiler; for your sake as well as the do'gs well-being!

Answer 3

nope I'd say not, dogs need space, and tonnes of it. Even if you managed to walk it, like really often, it would probably be miserable inside; shut in a small area, this is only really the case with a young dog i suppose, if you are decided on getting one, get an older one that doesn't have so much energy...

...could of sworn that pet shops stopped selling animals over Xmas anyway, some kind of " dog is for life not just for Xmas" thing, I'm not to sure though...

Answer 4

Well.........
Do you go to work every day?
Do you have time to give the animal adequate exercise?
Do you have the motivation to exercise the animal 2-3 times a day? (these are big dogs)
Do you have enough money to keep, house, pay the vet bills and such?
If you answered no to any of these questions then it would not be a good idea. If you really love dogs maybe you could walk a neighbors once in a while. Maybe even offer to petsit for your neighber for a week just to see how much work it is. If you truly love the animal and train it properly you should be great. Merry Christmas!

Answer 5

First of all no breeder worth their salt will sell you a pup for Xmas, 2nd, neither would that breeder sell to anyone in a high rise flat.
I'm not a fan of Rotties and I would never have one, BUT saying that I know people who own them and love their dog to bits. They are a big breed and need space both in and outside. If you coupe one up in a flat you are storing up trouble for yourself.
Finally why do you want one? do you genuinely love this breed? or is to help you look the hard man?. Sorry, but you need to rethink this again.

Answer 6

Uhuh Dog has silly man for breakfast and serve him right...
If you live in a flat you need a lap-dog. A Rottweiler needs major exercise 3 times daily before feeds. Also you need to be strong character yourself for this type of dog. You have been warned.

Answer 7

I agree with xxandra. When you ask this question you will get alot of answers you don't like there are people out there who thing the dogs run your home then there are people who thing life on a chain with 5 min of attention is okay. Personally I am in between.So you need to ask yourself which one you are then ask yourself if a rotti would fit in your life style.I have 4 Great Danes 1 small dog we live in the country and both me and my husband work so my Danes are home alot by themselves. They have food, water, shelter, and plenty of room to run.Now there are people who think it is horrible to leave your dogs alone for more than 3 hours. I look at it like a child at first no 3 hours is to long but as they reach adulthood more time is fine.If you plan on supplying the needs of the dog and through in the comforts I say get any dog you like. Just remember you choose him don't give up and he will turn out to be your best friend.

Answer 8

just because youy live in a flat doesnt mean you cant get a rottweiller. some dogs live in huge houses and are never taken for a walk or have any interaction with humans. if you have the time to commit to a active dog then go for it. but i woul wait till january. remember puppies need alot of attention. its like having a baby in the house.

Answer 9

What are you thinking??? Rot's are large dogs and you live in an apartment. Sounds like a combination for trouble and a very ill behaved animal. Large animals need large spaces and lots of attention. Think a cat or maybe a bird or fish. No Dogs.

Answer 10

No risk. i does no longer stay in a flat or house through determination if i ought to ever help it... even a luxurious one. I actually have a freelance-motor vehicle parking area in the city below luxurious apartments... and in the morning when I park up in the basement i'm able to smell anybody getting their breakfast accomplished (Sir Francis Bacon and eggs). additionally i'd particularly particularly worry somebody commencing a hearth of their flat/house... intentionally or through twist of fate. adverse aspects making anybody homeless. Or springing a leak. Or undesirable neighbours for sound. additionally some unscrupulous proprietors sub-lease their luxurious apartments out for hookers and stuff presently. whilst my dad and mom divorced my dad needed me and my mum to stay in an inner city block of apartments - a real dive with junkies and raise which infrequently worked and stunk of piss. fortunately she remarried somebody with a sprint bit funds. All this funds shouldn't count for romance is rubbish - your pal is sweet. with a bit of luck the lad will aspire to getting a extra constructive place.