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The Ultimate Rottweiler, Second Edition [Hardcover]

Andrew Brace (Editor)
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Howell Dog Book of Distinction April 1, 2003
  • History
  • Character
  • Puppy Care
  • Nutrition and Health Care
  • Training
  • The Working Rottweiler
  • Breeding
  • The Rottweiler Around the World
  • And much more


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The Rottweiler, one of the most imposing and impressive of all abreeds, has a worldwide fan club. Originally used for herding and protecting cattle on their way to market, this German-bred dog was soon adopted as a guard by security forces in countries far away from its native home. However, in the right hands, the Rottweiler also makes a superb companion, particularly for those who want to train their dog to compete in Working Trails, Obedience and Agility events, or in the more specialized areas of Herding and Carting. The Rottweiler's handsome looks also ensure its success ion the show ring.

In The Ultimate Rottweiler, 2nd Edition, Editor Andrew Brace has recruited a star-studded cast of specialists to write the definitive book on the breed. For the first time in the history of the breed, experts from Germany, Britian, and the United States have pooled resources to give the most comprehensive coverage of the Rottweiler today. Starting with in-depth reserach into the origins and development of the breed, the experts go on to analyze the Breed Standard in detail. An acclaimed feature of The Ultimate Rottweiler is "The Judge's View," in which an American, British, and German judge make a pictorial critique of six different Rottweilers.

The critical importance of training and socialisation is emphasized throughout the book, as well as detailed information on feeding, genetics, health care, and inherited conditions. There is also a special feature on breeding and rearing Rottweilers.

The Ultimate Rottweiler, lavishly illlustrated with more than 200 color photographs, is a "must-have" reference for the true Rottweiler enthusiast.

About the Author

Editor Andrew Brace has recruited a star-studded cast of specialists to write the definitive book on the breed. For the first time in the history of the breed, experts from Germany, Britian, and the United States have pooled resources to give the most comprehensive coverage of the Rottweiler today. Starting with in-depth research into the origins and development of the breed, the experts go on to analyze the Breed Standard in detail. Andrew Brace is an international Championship Show judge, approved to award Challenge Certificates in fifty breeds. He travels worldwide on judging assignmnets and is a rgular columnist in the dog press in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia. The author team of ten, includes breeders, judges, and veterarians with more than 200 years of combined Rottweiler experience.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Howell Book House; 2 edition (April 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0764526405
  • ISBN-13: 978-0764526404
  • Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.1 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,166,064 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for any future and present owner, February 11, 2008
This review is from: The Ultimate Rottweiler, Second Edition (Hardcover)
I bought the first edition of this book about 11 years ago when I purchased my second Rott. Every dog owner owes it to their dog to be well informed about their dog's requirements, quirks, health issues, thraining requirements and characteristics - and this books gives you the info you need. For Rottweiler owners it is even more important to understand your breed because a Rottie out of control just reinforces the stigma attached to the breed - and they can be dangerous. Rotties are wonderful dogs and after owning Rotts for more than 20 years I have learned a lot of do's and don'ts. Do yourself a favor read this book before you get a Rottie and you and your dog will be so much better off. It includes wonderful advice on training and anything you should know to make sure your dog is well socialized, healthy and sane. I loved this book for its well rounded advice and explanations on the differend breed standards based on geography. It's basic enough for the beginner to get lots and lots of good advice even if you don't want to breed or show. Be aware of the downsides of the breed, health issues and the associated cost, exercise requirements, top dollar for good diet - it makes your dog live longer and healthier. Rotties, especially males, need a firm handler, NOT a brutal one but one that they can look up to. They are not a beginner dog and too many of them end up at the pound because yet another person thought they could have one without dedicating the right amount of time. If you want one, read this book first and then think twice. If you are sure you can take on the challenge, you will be rewarded with the most loyal friend you can imagine!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best..!!!, June 7, 2004
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I bought a series of "upper price range" books on Rottweilers and this is by far the best of the bunch. This book covers every conceivable angle on Rotty's. It is a good sized book with lovely photography also. If you are looking for one book to cover all aspects of your Rottweilers life and history this is most definitely the best one. I bought one that was 4 times this price and was still no better!!...Enjoy....
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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific..., May 24, 2004
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I bought a number of books on Rotty's in one shipment. This is the best of the best as far as I am concerned. Beautiful pictures and very informative. If you are going to get one this would have to be it. Highly recommended.
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While it may be an attractive that the Rottweiler has a long ancient history, with stories of the Roman Legions tramping through the Alpine passes accompanied by large black-and-tan dogs who fell out from the line of march in the Black Forest area, the truth is that we owe the Rottweiler to Germany and to German breeders operating at a very much late Read the first page
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champion grandchildren, supervisory judge, guarding drive, ideal rottweiler, elbow disease, titled offspring, strong topline, hind angulation, pincer bite, foundation bitch, rear angulation, correct coat, winning bitch, tight feet, breed judge, stud dog, hip scores, litter sister, working trials, tan markings, whelping box, dog class, affected dogs, championship shows
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Dorothea Gruenerwald, Gold Sire, Carol Ann Johnson, Andrew Brace, Helmut Freiburg, United States, Best of Breed, Breed Standard, System Whelped, New Zealand, Barbara Butler, Bronze Dam, Federal Champion, German Shepherd Dog, Regal Romance, Schwaiger Wappen, Silver Dam, Solid Gold, South Africa, German Rottweiler Club, Upend Gallant Theodoric, Federal Junior Champion, Liz Dunhill, Potterspride Pure, Best of Opposite Sex
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