Facing Rottweiler Health Problems

By: Sharon Davies


Part of the responsibility of owning a Rottweiler is becoming familiar with the common Rottweiler health problems that can occur with your dog. Some of the health issues are more of an inconvenience than anything else and others can be quite serious. If you take the time to become familiar with potential Rottweiler health problems then you can help your dog cope better if some of them come up and you need to act. It always helps to know what to tell the vet when you feel something is going wrong.

A Rottweiler will shed a lot all through their lives and they have very short hair that is hard and pointy and gets everywhere. They shed when they are petted and when they scratch themselves so if you do not want to have to pick small coarse dog furs out of all of your clothing then you may want to consider not getting a Rottweiler.
Many Rottweiler health problems can be traced back to proper nutrition. A poorly fed Rottweiler will begin to display the results of their diet almost right away and it is up to you as the owner to determine what the proper diet is for your dog. One of the end results of bad diet is flatulence and a lot of it. A Rottweiler will have a lot of gas if you do not feed it properly so be certain that you are getting your dog the proper diet for your sake and for the sake of everyone else that comes within range of your dog.

A Rottweiler can also develop bone a joint conditions that can be the result of poor diet or the result of genetics. A good diet can help develop strong bones so be sure to keep your dog on the right diet. However if you notice that your dog is experience pain and difficulty while moving around then you need to get your dog to the vet immediately.

It can be a little confusing dealing with some Rottweiler health problems if you do not take the time to work with your vet and discuss these issues with them. While a good diet is extremely important to a Rottweiler so is the right amount of exercise. The problem is deciding how much exercise is the right amount for your dog. Too much exercise can cause problems for a Rottweiler and not enough exercise can lead to obesity so it is up to you to work with your dog and your vet to come up with a program that can lead to good health.

Keep an eye on your Rottweiler, as some health issues are more common with them than other breeds. A Rottweiler is more apt to get cancer than some other breeds and it is health concerns like this that you need to keep track of. Regular visits to the vet can help keep your Rottweiler alive and healthy for a very long time.


Sharon Davies is an experienced breeder that has a vast knowledge about canine health problems. If you are looking for advice on Rottweiler care you should talk to your vet or an experienced breeder. If you are considering emergency care for your Rottweiler then read this article.