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The Rottweiler: Centuries of Service (Howell's Best of Breed Library)

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We have 2 dogs... a Boxer and a Rottweiler. After I bought "The Boxer - Family Favorite" by the same publisher (Wiley & Sons), I decided I must have this one regarding my other favorite breed... the Rottweiler. A good looking hard cover book with 250+ pages of excellent info. Pictures adorn most pages. Topics include: History, breeding, basic care, health & symptoms, activities for you & your dog, training tips, size & incredible strength, enjoyment, and so much more. It is clearly evident that authors Thompson and Michels are dedicated to the breed. Anyone owning or considering the Rottweiler as a pet should have this book. I have half a dozen books on the breed and I find myself reaching for this one the most. Any dog-lover will admire all the pictures of these big beautiful animals and understandable print. A wonderful read.

That the authors have years of experience in the rottweiler breed is evident both in this amazing book, and in the pedigrees of the many dogs enjoying enormous success in the AKC rottweiler ring today. This book is perfect for the new, or prospective, rottweiler owner. It gives good advice, not based on fad, but based on experience. The photographs are beautiful, and yes I do have three photos published in this book, but it only takes a quick browse through the pages to fall in love again, and again with this noble breed. For the experienced rottweiler owner who participates in AKC activities, this book is a photographic ride down memory lane with some of the best dogs in rottweiler history. Breeders, buy this for your puppy buyers! It will surely assist in answering the many questions of owners struggling with a new puppy. Thank you Cathy and Linda for a beautiful book, and thank you to the publisher for an amazing series.

this is the third book i have read on rottweilers. i have enjoyed every page of it. it is very easy to read and understand. the pictures are fabulous. the topics cover almost everything you would want to know about the rottweiler. the authors have many years of experience with rottweilers and give their advice, hints, and instructions on things such as showing and building a whelping box. i love this book and would recommend it to anyone interested in this breed from curiousity to expert.

One of the best books on the breed that I have ever read, written by two experts!

This book will quench the thirst of a true rottie lover. Written by people with current knowledge and years of experience in the breed. Everything from history to references for breed clubs,meanings of title abbreviations, and lists of recent years winners. Discusses care of the dog from birth thru older ages, and even talks about different dog activities. A must read for both novice and veteran alike. This is my favorite book of the 15 Rottweiler books that I own.

For many years I have raised & trained in obedience, Rottweilers. I have quite a few Rottie books I have accumulated through the years but recently, when I was waiting for a new puppy, I read "The Rottweiler: Centuries of Service," & found it to be the best one ever. It went past the confirmation of these wonderful working dogs & into the working, health & temperament more thoroughly than I have ever read.

This is an excellent resource for anyone thinking about or who currently owns a Rottweiler. There are lots of beautiful photo's and useful information.

I really love the "Best of Breed" series and this book is exactly why.

This is a very fun read, full of great pictures and stories that really let you connect with the breed and dogs in general. The section on taking care of an elderly dog was warm and almost heartbreaking, and the photos of people surrounded with these dogs on the beach, with children, etc. reminds us why we love these animals so much. I found the history of the breed a great introduction into more research I did on my own on domesticated dogs in the western world, and the mastiff type breed. I did the research just for fun because I found the accounts of Alexander the Great, similar breeds such as Anatolians, Great Pyranese, Tibetan Mastiffs, and the like so fascinating and fun to read. To think that big, slobbery, floppy-eared pooch has such a rich history really is amazing.

Anyone who is interested in learning more about Rotties or had a Rottie they loved will love having this book.