Many people are wary of Rottweilers, because this breed is considered a watchdog, guard dog, which means that its representatives are not alien to aggressiveness and cruelty. But at the same time, Rottweilers are also popular as family pets.
Do you want a good-natured, calm and affectionate pet with a “rotty” appearance? And that he has the intelligence, courage, intelligence and loyalty of a Rottweiler? Then you should look at the Rottie mixes and representatives of other glorious breeds.
Mixed Rottweiler and Boxer
Boxrotts are large, powerful and muscular dogs. One of the most popular hybrid breeds that combines Rottweiler loyalty and boxer energy.
The lifespan of “Boxrotts” is about 13 years. Please note that they may inherit problems from their parents:
- tendency to gain excess weight;
- hip dysplasia.
Both boxers and rotties are energetic dogs that need to be run with every day and exercised at the dog park. If you are not ready for daily 2-3-hour active walks, then you should not choose a boxrotty.
The big advantage of hybrids is short hair and moderate shedding. It is enough to brush such a pet a couple of times a week.
Photo of a mixed-breed Boxer and Rottweiler:
The concept of "mestizo"
In any breeding, the main type of crossing is purebred. The addition of other blood is permissible only in rare cases. But sometimes there is a need to get a dog that combines the characteristics of two breeds.
The breed was named Malkhover
The most striking examples:
- The Caucasian Shepherd was crossed with the Saint Bernard. As a result, we managed to get a Moscow guard dog that had the appearance of a St. Bernard and the character of a Caucasian Shepherd.
- The mixed breed of Alabai and Rottweiler was distinguished by a strong physique, powerful muscles and thick hair. These dogs were perfect for home guarding.
- The Pitweiler is a mix of Pitbull and Rottweiler. Such pets are distinguished by fearlessness, endurance, and energy. The hybrid requires seriousness from the owner, since without constant training he goes crazy.
- Sometimes you can find a cross between a mongrel and a Rottweiler. This combination is unpredictable. Such a dog can be unbalanced and aggressive.
Crossbreeding is very risky, as you can never be sure what qualities will be passed on to the litter. Hybrids may be healthier. Some small breeds have many problems due to close relationships.
Interesting! Infusion of other blood can correct the defects. However, such work should be done by experienced breeders.
Mixed Rottweiler and Husky
"Rottsky" is an active and athletic large animal. A cross between guard and sled breeds, this puppy will be energetic and restless. Good-natured, but somewhat stubborn, he feels uncomfortable in the apartment. The ideal for a “Rottsky” is their own house with a spacious plot.
The offspring of Rottweilers and Siberians are usually strong and healthy animals with an average life expectancy of 12 years. But you need to be aware that such hybrids are prone to hip dysplasia, cataracts and glaucoma.
Photo of a cross between a Siberian Husky and a Rottweiler:
Description of the German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is a large animal with standard dimensions:
- height at the withers – 55-65 centimeters;
- body weight – 35-40 kilograms.
The size of the female is slightly smaller than that of the male. The animal is distinguished by a proportional build; it has a medium-sized wedge-shaped head with an excellently developed facial part. The pet has triangular ears on its head, spaced as wide as possible, and dark almond-shaped eyes. The mouth has straight teeth, and the bite should only be correct.
The choice of animal is related to compliance with standards. According to them, the neck should be strong, the chest should be well developed and sunken. The back of the German Shepherd is flat, but there must be a breed feature in the form of a sloping sacrum. It is prohibited to dock a pet's straight, medium-sized tail.
Individuals with short and long hair and a number of colors are allowed for breeding, including:
- black;
- red-black;
- brown-black;
- gray-black.
The coat of a purebred German is thick and distinguished by the presence of a fluffy undercoat.
Mixed Corgi and Rottweiler
"Rottgi" is one of the most unusual and funny Rottweiler hybrids. Depending on the dominant gene, such a crossbreed can be either a medium or large dog.
The hybrid breed is characterized by black, fawn, red, red and sable colors. The “Rotga” has a short coat, but the dog sheds all year round, which is why fur cleaning is recommended 2-3 times a week.
Most of these hybrids are healthy: they live up to 12 years. But they have a predisposition to joint and vertebral pathologies.
Photo of a cross between a Rottweiler and a Corgi:
Shepherd-Rottweiler Mix: Pros and Cons
The characteristics of such mestizos have both positive and negative sides. And before you get a hybrid of a German Shepherd and a Rottweiler, you should carefully weigh the pros and cons.
Mixed breeds and Rottweilers have excellent guarding qualities.
Positive qualities of mestizos:
- they are excellent guards and defenders;
- have endurance and good health;
- attached to the owner and family members;
- they will not bark for no reason;
- A properly trained dog is a wonderful friend and companion.
A Rottweiler cross, but does not get along well with other pets and children in the family.
Disadvantages of hybrids:
- do not get along well with other pets;
- may show hostility and anger towards neighbors or guests;
- They should not be given to families with small children.
Shepherd and Rottweiler mixes require a special approach. These large and beautiful animals will become reliable protectors and loving pets, provided that the owner devotes a lot of time to training and communicating with the dog.
Mixed Rottweiler and Poodle
The Rottoodle is a charming and unusual creature. Statistically, this hybrid breed is one of the longest-living Rottie crosses. "Rottoodles" can live up to 15 years, however, despite good health, they are susceptible to von Willebrand disease and degenerative myelopathy.
The Rottweiler-Poodle hybrid is a strong, energetic dog that requires early socialization, education and training. This is the key to good and friendly relations between the “rottoodle” and small children and the owner’s pets. This cross is ideal for athletes and lovers of an active lifestyle.
The size of the Rottoodle depends on the size of the Poodle parent: standard or miniature. The larger it is, the larger the offspring will be.
Photo of a mixed breed poodle and Rottweiler:
Detailed description
It is difficult to accurately characterize a mixture, since puppies inherit traits from both parents. What they will have in common is large size, proportionate body, muscularity.
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Malchover is a dog that is more similar to a Rottweiler. The dog has a toned, slender body, a wide chest and a straight back. The paws are very long and thin.
The Rottweiler/Shepherd mix has more characteristics of the former breed. The Malchover's head is medium in size with a convex forehead, with a noticeable occipital protuberance. The muzzle narrows towards the nose.
The nose is large, black with large nostrils. The jaws should be equal in length and have a scissor bite. The ears are drooping and triangular in shape. The tail is long and straight.
The Malchover has a hard, short and coarse coat. The most common color is black with tan markings on the paws and belly.
Interesting fact! The cross between a Rottweiler and a German Shepherd looks impressive. Therefore, such dogs are used to guard the territory and protect the owner.
Males reach a height of 70 cm at the withers, females 65 cm. The average weight of an individual is 50 kg. Such pets are not suitable for apartment living. Therefore, it is better to keep Malchover outside or in an enclosure.
German Shepherd and Rottweiler mix
Another popular hybrid breed is the German Rottie. When purchasing such a puppy, you need to take into account that he can become a very aggressive and cruel guard. Therefore, if you want to raise a calm, obedient and friendly dog, you should train him from the first days of his arrival in the house.
“German Rotties” are active, dexterous, and quick-witted. They love “intellectual” dog sports, performing tasks for a reward. This hybrid breed is one of the most trainable and trainable.
The German Rottie is a large dog in good health with an average lifespan of 14 years. He can live on the street, in a kennel, but you should not leave him alone all day long - without people, the dog will become sad and very anxious. It is important to remember that such hybrids are prone to hip dysplasia.
Photo of Rottweiler and German Shepherd mix:
What popular types of Rottweiler mixes exist?
Doberman and Rottweiler mix
This mixed breed has adopted the same features of both breeds; these dogs are generally similar to each other, especially in puppyhood.
You can see a comparison of Doberman and Rottweiler here.
As they mature, they become stately dogs, with strong paws, stockier than purebred Rottweilers, with a characteristic color for both breeds - black and red tan.
Their head is more like the head of a Rottweiler - medium in size, with a clearly defined occipital protuberance, with wide-set ears. The muzzle is somewhat narrowed, the nostrils are widened and round.
Lobes, lips and eye rims are black . By nature, the mestizo will take the best from his parents and will be a brave dog.
Rottweiler and Shepherd mix
In Germany, this mestizo was called Malchover. In the middle of the last century, a group of German breeders set the goal of breeding a new breed of service dogs with strong physical characteristics and a balanced character and stable psyche.
German Shepherds were used for selection
The results were very worthy: they turned out to be hardy, well-trained dogs with good health.
Both breeds have similar physical parameters. They are large, muscular, proportionally built, strong.
Therefore, puppies born from a union between a shepherd dog and a Rottweiler are almost no different in body type from their parents.
Hybrids have a toned body with a straight back and broad chest . The paws are long, straight and thin. The shape of the muzzle and the structure of the ears of the mixed breed are more similar to Rottweilers.
The coat is short, stiff, usually rich dark in color with rusty or light yellow tan markings.
Positive qualities of a puppy mixed from these breeds include::
- equilibrium;
- intelligence;
- sociability;
- curiosity.
They are energetic, active, love to play with their owner and tolerate physical activity well.
Metis are very attached to the whole family and it is very important for them to feel like members of this family.
Their training is best done by a person with a strong-willed character . The hybrid inherits stubbornness and willfulness from Rottweilers, so it can be difficult to get them to follow commands and obey.
They can also be cunning and pretend to be tired or sick, just so that they are not forced to practice following commands. During the training process, the dog must not give in and follow its lead, otherwise the pet may become uncontrollable.
These dogs require a special approach . With enough attention, care and proper training, they will become reliable guards and loving pets.
Rottweiler and pitbull mix
Since the Rottweiler and Pitbull cope excellently with guard duties, such a mixed breed will be an excellent guard. These are strong, hardy, energetic, fearless dogs.
But it should immediately be noted that this breed is not suitable for everyone . The owner should approach the upbringing and training of the pet with great responsibility and devote a large amount of both time and effort to it.
Otherwise, the dog will feel lonely, and unwanted changes may occur in its psyche.
When raising a hybrid, the dog's tendency to dominate must be suppressed, otherwise the animal may become uncontrollable.
It is very important not to keep your pet on a chain . Since pit bulls do not tolerate cold well, a long stay outside the home is not suitable for a mixed breed.
The mestizo is slightly smaller in size than a purebred Rottweiler, stockier, and weighs approximately 30-40 kg.
The color can be any - either solid black or black with brindle markings. The coat is smooth, short, without undercoat, and shiny.
The mestizo has a voluminous muzzle with powerful, strong jaws and developed muscles . The chest is wide and massive. Paws of medium length, strong, muscular.
Rottweiler-Husky mix
Puppies from the fusion of these two breeds have developed muscles and excellent endurance. From huskies they take goodwill and friendliness. They usually choose one person from the family as their owner, although they are very fond of the whole family.
The guarding qualities will not be at all as excellent as those of a purebred Rottweiler - after all, a husky is a breed not intended for protection.
Since huskies have been kept as team sled dogs for a long time, mixed breeds get along well with their relatives and are even able to share food with other dogs. And they consider other animals as prey; they can only get along with them if they grow up together.
These are large dogs, whose height at the withers reaches about 55-60 cm, and males usually have larger dimensions . The color can be, like that of a Rottweiler, pure black, or it can be mixed with colors characteristic of a husky color.
Raising these puppies requires rigor and consistency; they cannot be spoiled. They are able to obey if they feel a strong hand, otherwise the dog can take on the role of leader.
Labrador and Rottweiler mix
The Labrotti is another active and energetic hybrid breed that requires regular exercise. “Labrotti” are very smart, cunning and quick-witted, which is why they are prone to dominance and excessive independence. Therefore, puppies are shown early education.
This cross is a friendly and loving hybrid breed, but only towards its own people. It is difficult to predict reactions to strangers. "Labrotti" cannot be called a "mega-patient" creature: he does not tolerate being pulled, teased or given too much attention.
Such hybrids are subject to moderate molting. Therefore, you will have to brush their fur no more than once a week.
Photo of Rottweiler and Labrador mix:
Mixed Chihuahua and Rottweiler
"Rottuahua" is a rather rare, but very interesting cross. Representatives of this breed are the absolute longest-livers among the “rotti” hybrids: they can live up to 18 years, and to a more advanced age.
Another feature: the appearance of the offspring from such a cross is difficult to predict. If the Chihuahua genes dominate, you will get a miniature lap dog. If the genes are Rottweiler, the offspring will be very large.
Photo of a cross between a Chihuahua and a Rottweiler:
