Hi ,, i really want a rottweiler but my mum thinks it will be to agressive how can i persuede , help x?

Question

Hi ,, i really want a rottweiler because i think there soo cute nd gawjous , my dad doesnt mind but my mum thinks it will be aggressive with us and my 6 year old brother but i told her if i train her properly she wont be agressive or anything and i reely want one how can i persuade her please help x

Answer 1

Not a good choice for the first time dog owner. They are great dogs for people who have dog experience and knowledge. Start with something else.

Answer 2

They can be aggressive and unpredictable. They're also really hyper and they bark a lot. The thing to remember is that they need a lot more attention than the average dog. You can't leave a Rotty tied up for hours, because that will make it crazy and mean. It needs to be part of the family and constantly socialized with people and other dogs from an early age.

A dog like that requires much more patience and commitment than your average dog or you'll be sad later when you realize it's too late to train it.

If you're sure that you can give it everything it needs then tell your mom exactly how you plan to care for the dog.

Answer 3

As a longtime breeder of Rottweilers, I want to tell you that this is not a breed for everyone. They are large powerful dogs with very strong wills. To own one, you need to have a dominant personality, if you are a pushover type, they will push you over, have no doubt. They need some one who understands that these dogs need a very dominant pack leader, because they will take over if they feel that you are not capable of being their pack leader. The reason Rotties (and other breeds, such as the Pit Bull) get such a bad rap is because they fall into the wrong hands. Wanting a dog because it is cute and gorgeous is not a good reason to want one. I dont know how old you are either. I started training dogs at age 12, beginning with a collie mix we had. I have also always been a big, physically strong person, too, so it was only natural for me to go on to bigger, more challenging dogs . My favorite became the Rottweiler, after working with many, many dogs, they suited my personality the best. You will find that your own personality will have a huge impact on what dog is the right dog for you.
You didnt say if you have ever had any other dogs or if you have any experience training dogs...a Rottie is not the dog to learn on. I am not trying to discourage you from ever getting a Rottie, on the contrary, I think they are the best! I just think maybe you should start with something a little less aggressive and definitely not as powerful as a Rottie. They make great family dogs when raised properly, I trust mine 100% around kids and other animals, BUT... I still keep a close eye on them at all times, I never take anything for granted. As the old saying goes, "The biggest dog takes the blame". Please think this over. Maybe you can volunteer at the local shelter for awhile and then you can spend some time with bigger dogs. When you make the commitment to own a Rottie, you must also commit to the fact that you must be in control at all times. No matter how nice your dog is at home, when people see it running loose they will assume the worst. It's always the biggest dogs that get the into the most trouble, whether they actually did anything or not. Socialization is also a huge part of their training and this will have started with his mother and brothers and sisters...you have to continue it to the day your dog dies. I cannot stress enough how important socialization is to this breed, especially!! So...think about this long and hard. If you do decide to get one, let me know, I can give you alot of good advice on how to raise a well-adjusted Rottie! If you are armed with the know-how and are ready to commit to all of the time and effort it takes to raise one of these awesome dogs, you will have one of the best companions you could ever ask for. I have to add though, that very few Rotties will see a child as a pack leader. Anybody who is not at least as strong in mind and body as they are will never be seen as alpha. So, your parents would HAVE to be involved and just as committed as you are to raising a good family dog .
I have just been reading the other answers here and I am very surprised at what I have read here. I have never had any problems with my Rotties barking! I never even heard my 6 year old Rott bark until she was 6 months old, and she just about scared the crap out of me when she did it, because she was always so quiet. ALL dogs will bark if they are left tied out and get bored, or arent trained as to when it is ok to bark. Again, it comes back to good training. I have never had Rotties chew alot either. But then again, I kept them busy with their toys, or going for walks, or playing ...they never felt the need to be destructive. Any behavioral problems all point to the owner, not the dog ! This holds true with all breeds! So, do your research, put in some time with the big guys, and then you can make a more educated choice as to what dog is right for you. Just remember, the future of this beautiful dog lies solely in the hands of the people who own and train them. Good luck to you!!!!

Answer 4

Acutally your mothers predisposition to not like the dog because of the breed will cause the dog to act negatively towards her.

Also this is a powerful breed and it takes someone who can and will do what's in the dogs best interest - which means lots of obedience classes (which can cost $$), lots of walks which are conducted properly (which takes a lot of time).

I would suggest that you look more at what kind of dog will fit your household - not the one that's "cute"

When I got a dog - I wanted a rottie - well because I was buying a dog primarily for protection - my husband didn't want a rottie so we settled on a boxer - which is a lot smaller and easier to control physically.

Answer 5

Any dog can be aggressive. I've had a rottweiler before, the only thing that bothered me was they chew on everything! But other than that they are a sweet breed if raised right. Make sure you get a puppy. They are good guard dogs, they are very protective of their owners. Just tell your mother how responsible you are and if that fails show her adorable pictures of puppies.

good luck.

Answer 6

Rotties can be aggressive but they can be sweet too. I have a rottie mix and She is the sweetest dog but she is mixed with husky so she likes to guard everything she thinks is hers and when you take them away she will snarl and growl.

Even with training they can be some what aggressive but not always.

Answer 7

i have a rottie and i have a baby 19 months old an 1 on the way she is very soft with my little boy get 1 they r the best dogs around
she is about to have puppy's as well

Answer 8

no the dog wont be aggressive unless u get it as a puppy thne u can train it and it will be nice. most. we had our pit bull since her was 4 weeks(mother died). and he loves kids. and everyone else. lol. and he lets my baby sister sit on him and pull his ears and everything.

tell ur mom to not underestamate a dog, just cuz of its breed. any breed can be mean and bite if not trained correctly.

Answer 9

Go price an obedience school and then explain how you will pay for it. There are no bad dogs, but there are a lot of owners who don’t know how to train them.

Answer 10

Not for inexperienced owners, not to be 'trained' by children- your Mom is being smart thinking that's not the best breed for your family at this point.