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Rottweiler

large

Powerful, confident guardians who are also loyal family companions when well socialized.

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Adult Weight
80-135 lbs
Lifespan
8-10 years
Temperament
Loyal, Confident, Calm
Exercise
60 minutes of structured activity daily
Energy Level
Trainability
Shedding
Family Friendly

Growth Chart

Track Your Puppy

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AgeWeight RangeAverage
0 weeks
0 months
0 - 0 lbs0 lbs
4 weeks
0 months
10 - 17 lbs13 lbs
8 weeks
1 month
20 - 33 lbs26 lbs
12 weeks
2 months
30 - 50 lbs40 lbs
16 weeks
3 months
39 - 66 lbs53 lbs
20 weeks
4 months
49 - 83 lbs66 lbs
24 weeks
5 months
59 - 100 lbs79 lbs
28 weeks
6 months
65 - 110 lbs88 lbs
32 weeks
7 months
68 - 114 lbs91 lbs
36 weeks
8 months
70 - 118 lbs94 lbs
40 weeks
9 months
73 - 123 lbs98 lbs
44 weeks
10 months
75 - 127 lbs101 lbs
48 weeks
11 months
78 - 131 lbs104 lbs
52 weeks
12 months
80 - 135 lbs108 lbs

Developmental Milestones

0-2 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears closed, depends on mother
Behavioral Development
Limited movement, nursing

2-4 weeks

Physical Development
Eyes and ears open, teeth begin to emerge
Behavioral Development
Starts walking, exploring

4-8 weeks

Physical Development
Weaning begins, rapid growth
Behavioral Development
Socialization with littermates, play behavior

8-12 weeks

Physical Development
Baby teeth fully in, growth continues
Behavioral Development
Critical socialization period, fear imprint period

3-6 months

Physical Development
Adult teeth coming in, puberty begins
Behavioral Development
Testing boundaries, second fear period

6-12 months

Physical Development
Sexual maturity, growth slowing
Behavioral Development
Adolescence, energy peaks

12-18 months

Physical Development
Reaches adult size, growth plates close
Behavioral Development
Mental maturity developing

Age Progression Gallery

See how Rottweilers develop from puppies to adults

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8 Weeks

Puppy - Early socialization stage

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3 Months

Growing fast - Learning phase

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6 Months

Adolescent - Energetic stage

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Adult

Full grown - Mature and stable

Note: Photos shown are representative placeholders. Individual dogs may vary in appearance based on genetics, diet, and care.

Care Requirements

Grooming

Low – weekly brushing, seasonal shedding care

Exercise

60 minutes of structured activity daily

Common Health Issues

  • • Hip dysplasia
  • • Elbow dysplasia
  • • Osteosarcoma