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let's talk about Rottweilers those
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magnificent beasts that look like
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they've just stepped off a movie set is
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the ultimate guard dog if you're a
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Rottweiler owner you know you've got a
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big lovable companion who thinks they're
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a lap dog despite weighing more than
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most toddlers so let's dive into the 12
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things all Rottweiler owners must never
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forget with a healthy dose of humor and
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a wink at reality one they're not just
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dogs they're personal bodyguards first
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off let's get one thing straight owning
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a Rottweiler means you've got your very
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own personal bodyguard they take their
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job seriously if you think your
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Rottweiler isn't watching your back
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think again they're probably plotting
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how to protect you from that terrifying
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Leaf blowing across the yard it's like
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having a furry security system just
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don't expect them to actually do
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anything if an intruder shows up they'll
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just bark at them while you hide behind
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the couch two exercise is essential now
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let's talk about exercise Rottweilers
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are not couch potatoes they need serious
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physical activity a quick stroll around
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the block won't cut it these dogs thrive
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on 1 to two hours of exercise daily if
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you don't give them enough to do they'll
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find their own entertainment like
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chewing up your favorite shoes or
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redecorating your living room with their
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teeth three mental stimulation is key
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but wait there's more these dogs are
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smart too smart for their own good
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without mental stimulation they'll get
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bored and start devising elaborate
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schemes to escape or destroy your
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furniture puzzle toys and training
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sessions are essential to keep their
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mind sharp think of it as giving them a
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job otherwise they'll be plotted against
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your sanity four grooming a regular
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Affair let's not forget grooming
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Rottweilers have short coats that shed
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moderately but don't let that fool you
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into thinking they don't need regular
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brushing you'll want to keep that
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shedding under control unless you enjoy
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living in a fur covered Wonderland and
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trust me no one wants to explain to
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guests why there's more dog hair on the
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couch than fabric five diet matters
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feeding your Rottweiler is a science you
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can't just toss them any old kibble and
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call it a day they need high quality
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food t to their size and activity level
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about 2.5 to 3.5 cups daily depending on
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how much they're moving around and don't
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forget to adjust their diet based on
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their age and health needs a well-fed
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Rottweiler is a happy Rottweiler an
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underfed one well let's just say you
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might end up with an unhappy dog who
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thinks the trash can is an all you can
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eat buffet six socialization is crucial
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now let's talk socialization a must for
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any Rottweiler owner these dogs need to
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meet new people and other pets early on
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to develop into well adjusted adults if
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you don't expose them to different
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environments they might grow up thinking
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every stranger is a threat or every dog
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is an enemy take them out in about let
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them mingle otherwise you might end up
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with a furry bouncer who thinks it's
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their job to keep everyone out of the
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house seven training takes patience
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training a Rottweiler requires patience
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and consistency lots of it they're
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intelligent but can also be stubborn as
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mules you'll need to use positive
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reinforcement because yelling will get
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you nowhere fast treats and praise work
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one wonders just don't be surprised if
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they act like they're doing you a favor
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by obeying your commands eight watch
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their protective instincts Rottweilers
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are naturally protective of their
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families which is great but it also
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means they can be wary of strangers this
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protective nature needs management
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through proper training and
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socialization you want your dog to know
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when someone is genuinely threatening
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versus when aunt Edna just came over for
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tea nine health check ups matter let's
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not forget Health checkups Rottweilers
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are prone to certain health issues like
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hip dysplasia and heart problems regular
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vet visits are essential to catch any
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potential issues early on because no one
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wants to deal with surprise vet bills or
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worse a sick pup 10 they need structure
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these dogs thrive on routine and
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structure in their lives establishing a
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daily schedule for feeding walks and
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playtime helps them feel secure and
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reduces anxiety a well structured day
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keeps them happy and keeps your sanity
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intact 11 they can be clumsy despite
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their muscular build Rottweilers can be
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surprisingly clumsy they might
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accidentally knock over small children
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or fragile items while playing because
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they forget how big they really are
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teaching gentle Play Habits from an
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early age will save both your furniture
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and your sanity 12 cherish every moment
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finally never forget that every moment
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with your Rottweiler is precious they
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may be big and tough on the outside but
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softies at heart who love deeply and
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fiercely capture those silly moments on
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camera because one day you'll look back
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and laugh at how ridiculous they were
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trying to fit into that tiny box or
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barking at their own reflection so there
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you have it the essential guide for
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every Rottweiler owner embrace the chaos
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enjoy the love and remember living with
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a Rottweiler isn't just about having a
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pet it's about sharing your life with an
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incredible companion who will keep you
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entertained and loved for years to come
