GENERAL APPEARANCE
Shoulder height: 56-68cm. 
Colour: Black with tan on designated areas.
Coat: Outer coat - coarse, flat. Undercoat - thick.
Gait: Unrestricted, even and powerful.
A large stalwart dog, whose skull is broad with a moderately arched forehead and well boned cheeks, and a deep muzzle which is slightly shorter in length. The dark eyes are almond shaped and the high set ears are pendant. The slightly arched strong neck runs into a body which is rather long in relation to the dog’s height. The chest must be roomy. Powerful forequarters have slightly springy pasterns and the long upper thighs end with strong compact feet. The tail is docked short or left long.
CHARACTERISTICS AND CARE 
The Rottweiler has a tranquil gaze that manifests its good nature and devotion. They are not dogs who enjoy being locked in a kennel, but value the freedom of integrating with their family. They respond well to firm but kind treatment, and from the utilitarian point of view they are reliable guard and droving dogs. Coat care is minimal as they require only occasional grooming.
HISTORY
While looking like a heavier version of the Dobermann, this breed comes down from the Asian mastiff family. The Roman armies made use of them in fighting, cattle droving, guarding and as draught animals to carry their goods. After the invading soldiers had moved on from the southern German town of Rottweil, some of their dogs were left behind with the local townsfolk. One of their duties was to drive stock to and from the markets. So dangerous was the countryside in those early days, that on returning home, the farmers tied their money to their dogs’ collars for safety as no bandit was - prepared to take on one of these dogs. At one stage, this breed was known as a Metzgerhund (butcher dog) as their main occupation was to haul carts for the butchers and cattle dealers. In modern times, many are utilised by the police and army for defence purposes.