Preliminary Note

• Before purchasing a dog, please discuss it with your neighbors and landlord if necessary.

• Make sure you have someone who can take care of your dog in emergencies (e.g., during vacations or hospital stays).

Good to Know – Development

Teething:
Around the 4th to 6th month, your dog will go through teething. During this period, puppies will have a strong urge to chew on everything. To prevent them from chewing on your furniture, provide them with small chew bones to ease their teething discomfort.
The teething process should be completed by the end of the 10th month. If some milk teeth haven’t fallen out by then, please consult your veterinarian for possible removal.
Do not wait too long—if you notice double rows of teeth, visit your vet immediately to prevent misaligned bites.

Puberty:
After teething and coat change, the next phase begins — puberty. Even the most obedient puppy may suddenly become defiant during this stage.
It is important to remain consistent and reinforce previously learned behaviors. Even house training might be tested again.
Consistency is key!
From around the 7th or 8th month, female dogs may experience their first heat cycle.
Never allow your female dog to play unsupervised or run off-leash in public parks during this time.
Males can smell a female in heat from miles away.
Pregnancy at such a young age is irresponsible.

Nutrition

Food:
Since moving into a new home is already a significant adjustment for a puppy, it’s advisable to continue feeding the same food the breeder used.
If you wish to change the diet, do so gradually after 1-2 weeks of acclimatization.

Ensure a balanced diet, especially for large breeds prone to HD/ED.
Consider early supplementation to support joint health and development.
We personally feed our dogs green-lipped mussel powder and collagen hydrolysate to strengthen cartilage.
We also highly recommend Canina products, such as Canhydrox GAG, which we use with conviction.

Feeding Frequency:
Wet food or raw food (BARF) should be provided at least three times daily to puppies.

Always prioritize high-quality treats.
Our dogs enjoy natural treats such as beef pizzles, ostrich tendons, chicken fillets, or chicken feet.

BARF:
If you are interested in raw feeding, it is advisable to educate yourself on the subject.
Raw meat and blood contain natural vitamins that are only artificially added to dry food.
We have had exclusively positive experiences with raw feeding.

Monitor your puppy’s weight carefully.
Do not overfeed, as genetic factors determine the final size of the dog.
Excessive weight during growth negatively affects bones and joints.

Toilet Training (Gassi)
Try to feed your puppy at the same times every day to establish a routine of eating, toilet, and sleeping, which will accelerate house training success.
Take your puppy out every 2-3 hours — especially after sleeping, eating, or drinking — and praise them when they relieve themselves outside.

Walks should be increased gradually:
5 minutes per month of age is a good rule of thumb.

Avoid excessive play, jumping, or cycling alongside you during the first 1 to 1.5 years.
Your dog’s bones and joints will thank you later.

Additional Considerations
In summer, be mindful of hot asphalt — risk of burns!
At temperatures around 30°C (86°F), give your dog a refreshing break.

Dog paws are sensitive to road salt in winter.
Avoid salted pathways and use sand or similar materials at home.

Care

Coat:
The Rottweiler is a low-maintenance breed.
For shedding seasons, we use the “Furminator”.

Nails:
Trim your dog’s nails with appropriate clippers if necessary.
Ask your veterinarian for guidance if unsure.

Ears:
Clean with a damp cloth if heavily soiled.
If your dog scratches its ears frequently, shakes its head, or if there are crusty buildups, it could be ear mites — visit your vet.

Anal Glands:
Dogs have anal glands that normally empty themselves during bowel movements.
If your dog frequently scoots on the floor, visit your vet, as clogged anal glands can be very uncomfortable.
Your vet can express them manually.

Deworming
By the time you collect your puppy, it will have already been dewormed multiple times.
The next deworming should occur after pick-up, ideally one week before the follow-up vaccination.
Subsequent deworming is typically recommended quarterly.
However, we suggest having a fecal sample analyzed by a vet to avoid unnecessary chemical treatments.
Dewormers do not have a preventive effect; they only kill existing worms.
This means that a dewormed dog can get reinfected the very next day.

Vaccinations
Your puppy should have received its first vaccination before joining you.
The booster shot must follow 4 weeks after the initial vaccination (as noted in the vaccination booklet).
(Deworming 7 days prior to the booster is essential.)

Do not plan a long trip on the vaccination day.
Mild reactions such as nausea, vomiting, or lethargy are possible.
A small bump may form at the injection site — this is normal.
However, be cautious, as the area might be sensitive for your dog.

If you plan to travel abroad with your dog or import a dog from abroad, remember that rabies vaccination is mandatory (must be done at least 3 weeks before travel).

For show dogs, rabies vaccination is also compulsory.

We wish you lots of joy with your new companion!
Jessica Runge and the Crown Club Rottweilers

Important Note – Poisoning
Sadly, we must address the issue of poison bait, as reports of such incidents have been increasing.
In case of suspected poisoning, immediate veterinary care is crucial.

Common symptoms of poisoning include:

• Excessive drooling or foaming at the mouth

• Abdominal pain

• Diarrhea and/or vomiting

• Unexplained bleeding (vomit, feces, urine)

• Fever

• Hyperactivity or lethargy

• Cardiovascular issues

• Breathing difficulties, potentially leading to respiratory arrest

If your dog ingests something suspicious and shows one or more of these symptoms, seek veterinary help immediately.