Have you ever heard of the Rottle breed? It is a hybrid breed, the result of crossing a Rottweiler and a Poodle.
Besides Rottle, these dogs are also known as Rottipoo and Rottidoodle. As noted by news portal Dog Time, which shares curiosities about the breed, buying a puppy of this “specimen” is not necessary. If you visit an animal shelter, you will certainly come across such a mixture. So don’t shop, adopt!
An example of this mix is Luís. Pet was born on December 19, 2020 and lives with his family in the city of Airdrie, Canada. The handsome dog has an Instagram profile called @kingglouieofinglewood, where his owners share photos and videos showing his resemblance to both breeds on a daily basis.
Luís is a half Poodle and half Rottweiler dog. (Photo: Instagram/@kinglouieofinglewood)
Now let’s explore some interesting facts about this breed!
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While these dogs may have evolved naturally over the years, it’s believed that around the 1980’s, mixed breed breeders in North America began intentionally crossing Rottweilers and Poodles.
There is no clear information on the reason for this mix, but it is believed that the breeders were looking for a highly trainable and affectionate dog that sheds less hair compared to the shorthaired Rottweiler.
Size
It is difficult to accurately determine the size of the puppies, since the parents are of different heights. If you adopt a puppy, chances are they will be medium to large sized when they grow up. They can reach a weight of 27 to 41 kg and the height varies between about 30 and 68 centimeters.
personality
Smart, you always have to keep them busy, both physically and mentally. Otherwise, they can become destructive. In addition, they are very protective and make excellent guard dogs, willing to do anything to defend their favorite human.
Luís was born in the city of Airdrie, Canada. (Photo: Instagram/@kinglouieofinglewood)
Because these dogs are highly trainable, it is recommended that training and socialization begin early. This leads to more appropriate behavior in the face of adverse situations.
Health
Rottles can have the same predisposition to disease as their parents. The most common are dysplasia, heart problems, corneal dystrophy, swelling and von Willebrand disease.
Therefore, it is important to keep medical exams up to date and schedule regular vet visits.
Eat
It is recommended to provide a balanced diet that meets their specific dietary needs. It is recommended to provide good quality food, such as food for large adult dogs.
These rations should be high in animal protein, healthy fats, and quality carbohydrates. It is also important to take care of the right amount of food to avoid obesity.
Luís is from the Rottle breed. (Photo: Instagram/@kinglouieofinglewood)
To receive personalized advice on the ideal diet for your Rottweiler, taking into account their weight, age, activity level and health condition, consulting a veterinarian is essential.
Look
Ah, that’s a hard trait to specify as the parents are very different. As such, Rottles’ coats can vary between a single coat, similar to Rottweilers, and a double coat, dense and curly, like Poodles.
In general, they have less fur compared to other breeds, but that doesn’t make them hypoallergenic. It’s important to brush your Rottle’s coat regularly every other day to keep it healthy and tanglefree.
The pet has the coat of a poodle and the build of a rottweiler. (Photo: Instagram/@kinglouieofinglewood)
Do Rottles get along well with children and other pets?
The Rottle is generally considered to be a dog that blends well into family life. Although they are naturally affectionate, it is important to teach children to play with them safely and respectfully.
When it comes to socializing with other dogs, the Rottle tends to get along just fine as long as the socializing is gradual and smooth. For this to succeed smoothly, early socialization plays a key role. It is advisable to get them used to other pets at an early age.