The Rottweiler is probably descended from the Italian Mastiff known for watching over the cattle the Roman legions needed for provisions. In the middle ages, the Rottweiler breed was developed in the German town of Rottweil in Wurttemberg as a guard and herd dog.
Practically extinct in the 1800?s, he made a wonderful comeback in the early twentieth century due to the efforts of breeders in Stuttgart. The Rottweiler is a medium to large dog with a massive and powerful body, naturally protective and devoted to their owner and family.