Ok my mom just found a rottweiler dog 2 days ago around where we live and she is the best dog ever. Many people dump dogs where i live so i decided i want to keep it. She responds best to the name princess for some reason perhaps was her name with previous owners. We been feeding her "Gravy Train" dog food which we been feeding my two other dogs that. We took her to meet a lady from pet friends. She est. she is one year old and does not have a chip, no fleas and is in great condition. She is very playful and loves people. Though we dont know what she was fed but we feed her 2 full drinking glass size cups of the food twice a day and if we let her, she would eat the entire bag herself. BUT when she goes to eat, she immediately ends up getting runny poo poo like size of cow patties lol. Anyone got a solution and i live in PA if that makes a difference on dog food.
2007-10-02 11:00:01 · 15 answers · asked by swept away in hopes 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Get her a better quality food. Gravy train is at the bottom of the barrel and is loaded with junk.
Try Iams or Eukanuba...they can easily be found anywhere. Nutro Natural Choice is another....
If you intend on keeping her, please realize that Rottweilers are a lot of work and are extremely loyal and protective. Obedience training is a must with these guys, as well as being "with" their family. They don't do well without lots of human contact.
Good luck!
2007-10-02 11:21:51 · answer #1 · answered by zappataz ♠ Since 1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The owner guides the dog's behaviour but different breeds are bred for certain traits and a pitbull is certainly more likely to attack than a golden retriever. Unfortunately, so is a rottweiler. I have had loads of dogs but the one breed which tops them all is the Rottweiler. I even had 6 at one time and they all got on well together and with the cats. I would not recommend them for most first time dog owners. In the right hands they need very little training as they are very owner orientated. Remember a puppy will grow to a big powerful dog that can kill. Demand respect from the beginning. Growling over the food bowl is not funny in a full sized rottweiler. Socialization should be done with other dogs and people from a young age. All my males were good with other dogs but that depends a lot on the lines they come from. I would definitely recommend the bitches more and only recommend them to people who understand dogs and will have enough time to be with the dogs. Rottweilers are very intelligent, natural guards but not hot blooded. They have more health problems than their fair share. Extra vulnerable to parvovirus when small and a high rate of cancer and joint problems when older. Most rottweilers are old by 9-10. On the negative side all the bad press has made people panic when they even hear the word rottweiler and they are illegal in some places. People's fear can cause a situation where the dog is more likely to misjudge and attack. If your mother is scared of the idea I don't think it can work out as the dog is likely to get bad messages. However much I trusted my dogs I would never leave them alone with small kids, even my own. Unexpected things can sometimes set off hunting instincts that we cannot anticipate. In short. Great dog but you should probably look for something else.
2016-03-19 04:33:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I own two Rotties and they will eat just about anything I give them. This reaction when the dogs goes to the bathroom ,has nothing to do with being a Rottweiler breed. Dogs will respond to foods differently, just like people do. Obviously this food might be the under cause of the runs or it could be a medical condition. Rottweilers are working dogs and love exercise. You should train this breed before they get older and bigger. They enjoy commands ;rewarded by praise and treats. Very great at protecting but love able like a teddy bear. I have a 145 pound male who roles on his back for tummy rubs. I enjoy this breed of dog. Good Luck
2007-10-02 11:23:45 · answer #3 · answered by mia 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She is probably just not used to the food you are feeding her. Usually when you switch a dogs food you should do so gradually. Switching food quickly can cause diarrhea and upsets the dog's stomach.
Since you don't know what she was being fed before, you won't be able to slowly switch her over. Just keep feeding her as you are (you may want to check the amount though vs her size and activity level to be sure you aren't over/under feeding her) and keep an eye on her poo. If it doesn't get better in a few days, or gets worse or you see blood in her poo, take her to a vet.
2007-10-02 11:09:47 · answer #4 · answered by cerise122 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why rottie owners only? This is a general dog health question, nothing to do with breed.
Also, dog owner advice isn't what you need, it's veterinary advice. This diarrhoea may not the result of feeding the wrong type of food, the dog may be ill. Just because she 'seems in good condition' does not mean she hasn't got a bacterial or viral infection going on in there.
I would take her to a vet and in the mean time feed her small and frequent amounts of something that is easy to digest i.e boiled plain rice and boiled skinned chicken.
Chalice
2007-10-02 11:58:52 · answer #5 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yeah.. Feed her a good food. Gravy Train is like garbage.. It isn't enough nutrition for a Rottweiler.. or any other dog for that matter.
2007-10-02 11:20:33 · answer #6 · answered by DP 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have her checked by a vet. The diahrrea could be from the stress of being in a new home, change in diet, intestinal parasites, etc. One thing that really sticks out in my mind is parvovirus. Doesn't sound like a parvo dog but it may be the beginning of the disease. Parvo dogs are usually lethargic, have bloody diarrhea and vomit . Rottis are particularly suseptible to it for some reason. These dogs die without treatment so just to be sure I would get a vet check.
2007-10-02 11:24:31 · answer #7 · answered by gonnella1205 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Dogs have very delicate digestive systems... they always get the squirts when you change their food.. I wouldn't worry about it, the liquid poopies will go away in a couple of days but I would recommend changinging to a better food.. Feeding your dogs gravy train is like eating McDonalds 3 times a day everyday!
2007-10-02 11:42:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your mom about taking her to the vet. Sounds like it could be from a diet change. Being that you didn't know what she was fed before, this wasn't avoidable. But I would have her checked out just to make sure this is what it is and that a secondary condition didn't move in. Best to be safe.
2007-10-02 11:11:10 · answer #9 · answered by skye_blue_05 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi - I have a rottie and have had the same problem. I have found that it is tthe type of dog food i have fed him. I have switched to an 'all natural' dry food onlyu and that worked
2007-10-02 11:19:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋