Technically, a Rottweiler can breed with any other breed of dog, since they both are members of the same species. Very tiny dogs will not be able to manage the physical complications surrounding a successful mating. A large stud dog should never be bred to a very small bitch, as the puppies will grow far too big for her to naturally give birth. When given a choice, Rottweilers do seem to prefer mating with dogs about their own size.



Rottweilers are themselves a result of crossbreeding back in the days of the Roman Empire and were thought to have originated in Italy. The breed as we know it popped into its black and tan existence in southern Germany in an area known as Rottweil (fancy that). Although it is thought that all dogs look to their mothers as the standards of doggy beauty, any Rottweiler worth his paws will hump anything.

The Rottweiler mixed breed is one of the reasons for the spaying and neutering of all pet dogs. Although Rottweilers are generally reliable dogs when it comes to protecting their families and being suspicious of strangers, they are also big, powerful dogs that need a lot of exercise.

Less comically and more practically, a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Rottweiler is called a Labrottie and is hoped to calm the Rottweiler down, while still retaining both breed's love of their families.

You can't show these dogs in a big show like Westminster, but Rottweiler mixed breeds can make excellent companions and friends. You do need to know the traits of both breeds involved in the mix before you go adopt or purchase one. You need to learn as much Rottweiler information as you can as well as much information on the other breed. The odds are, any Rottweiler mix will be a high-energy dog that is protective and wary of strangers.

The future looks good for a Rottweiler mix, as the breeding of them seems to be more concerned with making a healthy, happy family companion. The good traits of being a guard dog and gentle with kids seems to be crossing (for the most part) to the designer dog offspring. Any big dog needs a lot of space and a lot of food. Be ready to clean up a lot of messes as well.

They are very strong dogs and eager to take charge of a situation unless you seem like a more capable leader. They are not recommended for first time dog owners, or those with physical disabilities.

Rottweilers and Rottweiler mixes are often better with children than they are with adults. It has been noted by some Rottweiler aficionados that bitches (females) are far more reliable and calmer than dogs (males). Unneutered male Rottweiler mixes (like my English German Shepherd/Rottweiler mix friends) are aggressive with strangers and look for fights among dogs. Neutering or spaying your Rottweiler mix will make a healthier and calmer pet.