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Rottweiler Trivia Quiz
Quiz: How much do you know about Rottweilers?
1. Which of the following countries is the dog breed 'Rottweiler' native to?
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The formal history of the breed dates back to 1901, when the first standard Rottweiler was produced by the International Club for Leonbergers and Rottweiler Dogs in Germany. The breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931.
2. Where did the name Rottweiler originate?
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CorrectFrom the German town of Rottweil
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This breed acquired its name from the old free city of Rottweil and was known as the "Rottweil butcher's dog". The butchers bred this type of dog purely for performance and usefulness. In due course, a first-rate watch and driving dog evolved, which could also be used as a draught dog.
3. Rottweilers were originally used for what purpose?
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Rottweilers were used by the Roman Legions to drive the cattle that accompanied the army for food. They are thought to have descended from Mastiffs, and the breed is more than 2000 years old.
4. What is the average lifespan of a Rottweiler?
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Rottweilers have a life expectancy of 8 to 10 years on average. They tend to develop health issues that prevent them from as long as some other breeds.
5. Most people know that Rottweilers are black with tan markings. Besides the tan markings on the legs and chest, where else do they have distinctive tan markings?
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Each eyebrow has a spot that adds expression to the dog's face. The cheeks are tan, with black on top of the muzzle. With a docked tail, the tan marking below looks heart-shaped. The chest markings are two separate upside-down triangles, and the tan markings on the legs should not extend above one-third of the leg.
6. Rottweiler belongs to which of the following dog family?
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A Rottweiler belongs to the Mastiff family of dogs.
7. Which of the following best describes the optimum living conditions for Rottweilers?
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Rotties are very well behaved and inactive indoors, and can even adapt to an apartment. However, they do need exercise. Rotties need a lot of love and affection, and need to be a regular part of the family's life. An unloved, unsocialized Rottie can become aggressive.
8. What is the most common cause of death in Rottweilers?
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A study conducted recently showed that one of the most common causes of death for a Rottweiler is cancer, most commonly lymphoma (however, bone, liver, and spleen cancer are quite prevalent as well).
9. What can be a problem with having a Rottweiler as a pet?
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Rotties don't normally bark, unless there is something to bark about. The also have small jowls, so don't normally slobber or drool, unless it's a large male with loose jowls. Generally, a good brush of their short coat is sufficient, and they should not be bathed often, unless very dirty. Unfortunately, they don't make good bedroom partners.
10. Which competitive hobby is generally not suitable for Rottweilers?
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Rottweilers are not gun dogs. They are more suited to herding, search and rescue, and tracking competitions.
11. Who would be the best owner for a typical, well-trained, Rottweiler?
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While I think Rotties are the most wonderful dogs, they are not for everyone. They are good with children, but can injure them due to their size. Having a fifty kilogram dog bounce up at you requires a certain amount of strength. The same problem can affect the elderly. Rotties need to be well trained and socialized from an early age.
12. For which of the following occupations is the Rottweiler used now?
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Because of their herding abilities and trainability, the Rottweiler nowadays is being used as guard dogs, police dogs, and search & rescue dogs.
13. What is the litter size of a Rottweiler?
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Rottweiler litters can average from 6 to 12 puppies, and larger litters are often expected. That said, it is totally normal for a first-time Rottweiler mother to have just two puppies.
14. A Rottweiler can be seen in which of the following colors?
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A Rottweiler with a coat of black, mahogany and tan is quite common.
15. How many teeth do an adult Rottweiler have?
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An adult Rottweiler has 42 teeth along with a scissor bite. Also, the lower incisor teeth are overlapped by the upper incisor teeth.
16. Which of the following is TRUE about a Rottweiler’s coat?
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A Rottweiler's coat is coarse, of medium length, dense, and flat.
17. As per standards, what is the accepted height for an adult male Rottweiler?
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The accepted average height of an adult male Rottweiler is between 61-69 cms, i.e., between 24-27 inches. Female Rottweilers are shorter in height than male Rottweilers, i.e., 56-63 cms or 22-25 inches.
18. What is the average weight for a fully-grown female Rottweiler?
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The average weight of a fully-grown female Rottweiler is usually between 35-48 kg. Male Rottweilers are mostly heavier, with the weight ranging between 50-50 kg.
19. Which of the following qualities is necessary if you decide to own a Rottweiler?
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To successfully own a Rottweiler, the owner must be a pack leader- he should be the alpha to his Rottweiler and be calm and stable.
20. In which of the following film/series was the Rottweiler portrayed in a bad light?
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CorrectThe Omen
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The Rottweiler was portrayed as an aggressive dog breed in The Omen. This created a negative image of Rottweilers in the minds of people.
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