We are currently facing a great controversy regarding the different types of Rottweilers that we can find. While some experts claim that there is only one class of r, others distinguish between the american and the german. In this article we talk about the possibility that these two variants really exist and the supposed characteristics that differentiate them.
General characteristics of the Rottweiler
It is a strong and muscular breed, whose standard weight is around 45 kg. Its large jaw stands out, as well as its great agility when it comes to physical activity. Very intelligent, it is frequently used as support in police tasks. On the other hand, its coat is short, predominantly black, although it often has reddish and brown tones.
Differences between the American and German Rottweilers
We can talk about some unofficial differences associated with each variety of this breed. For example, American Rottweilers are commonly believed to be larger than Germans, and their snouts are longer. In addition, in America it is most common for these dogs to have their tails cut off when they have just been born, while in Europe it is prohibited. However, these data are very generalized and do not have a scientific basis.
What do the official institutions think
It is important to know the opinion of institutions such as ADRK(Allgemeiner Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub), the official German Rotweiler Association, founded in 1921. It is in charge of defining the breed standard and granting the pedigree to the specimens that meet certain requirements. According to it, the only difference between the German and American variants is the place of origin.
El AKC (American Kennel Club), the association in charge of granting pedigree to dogs in the United States, shares the same opinion as the previous one, based on the same standards. However, in the United States there is a greater lack of control over the reproduction of these dogs, which gives rise to certain unofficial modifications of the breed.