Rottweilers are big, intimidating dogs whose unfair and inaccurate reputations as brutes precede them. They are indeed large, but they are often misrepresented because of their fearsome appearance.
Many cat owners indeed have homes with other pets – cats and dogs especially. But, for those new to this setup, introducing a dog to a cat home comes with many questions.
Let’s take a look at the relationship between Rottweilers and cats, and what you should know if you intend to introduce this big beauty into your cat home.
While a Rottweiler is perfectly capable of being a happy, friendly dog, it needs strong and constant socialization in order to function around other people and animals.
Their reputation as being naturally aggressive isn’t deserved. Rottweilers are actually quite playful and silly, given the right circumstances.
They adopt a protective role as they grow older. This is why proper socialization is important.
Every single animal is different. If you know your cat well, you should be able to anticipate whether introducing a dog is a good idea.
There’s a primary rule when introducing animals that don’t know each other. Don’t leave them alone until you are absolutely certain that they are friendly and get along.
Subscribe to The Discerning Cat Newsletter and we'll send you a free 50 page ebook Why Do Cats…. Common Cat Behaviours Explained