Rottmatian Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Rottmatian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

Rottmatian dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Rottmatian. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

United States

Rottweiler and Dalmatian

2000s

Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Rottmatian dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Rottmatian can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Rottmatian dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Rottmatian breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Deafness
Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Lymphoma
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Panosteitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Dalmatian Bronzing Syndrome

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA

Rottmatian have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Rottmatians dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Rottmatians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rottmatian, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rottmatians usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Rottmatian is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Rottmatian should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Rottmatian feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Rottmatian is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rottmatian is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Rottmatian in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Rottmatians living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Rottmatians are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Rottmatians are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Rottmatians are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Rottmatians are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Rottmatians are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Rottmatians will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

The Rottmatian is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Rottmatian is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Rottmatian dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.