Rottweiler is a popular dog breed. Previously they were used for guarding and protecting purposes.
They are obedient, intelligent, and devoted dogs that are basically descendent of large dogs like Mastiffs.
Other than American, German, and Roman Rottweiler there is another kind of variation of the Rottweiler, which is called long hair rottweiler.
They are less common because long hair Rottweilers are not normally accepted as “true” Rottweilers. In fact, many long haired Rottweiler puppies are euthanized. Hence many people are not familiar with this dog breed.
If you are curious about why they are so rare compared to other dogs, read on. This article is a good source to enhance your knowledge about them.
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Long Hair Rottweiler Breed Overview
Weight: 90 – 132 lbs (41 to 60 kgs)
Height: 23 to 28 inches (58 to 71 cms)
Coat Color: tan, black, mahogany, rust
Child friendly: Moderate
Other Pet Friendly: Moderate
Trainability: Moderate
Grooming: Upkeep Easy
Exercise Needs: Moderate
Lifespan: 8-10 years
What is a Long Hair Rottweiler?
As their name signifies long haired Rottweilers also known as long haired Rotties. They are Rottweilers that have long hair.
They don’t have typical Rottweiler short hair rather they have long, thick, wavy, and rough hair.
Many people usually mistake them for mixed dog breeds because it is usually assumed that if you see a dog with long or rough hair they probably are not pure breed.
Normally they give birth to hairy puppies that have long hair. Such hair happened only when they are descendent of pure breed dogs. They are huge in size with a strong, sturdy, and hard-working nature.
What Does a Long Hair Rottweiler Look Like?
The appearance of long haired Rottweiler is very much similar to other Rottweilers.
The length and texture of the hair are majorly used to differentiate between them.
Coat:
They have a black color hair coat with rust and mahogany color markings on their cheeks, legs, muzzle, and chest.
An undercoat can be seen on the neck and thighs. Tan color lines like pencil markings can also be seen on their toes.
Body Structure:
They are large in size with a muscular, sturdy, and strong body.
Their large size and masculine body show their strength, swiftness, and power.
Hair Texture:
They have wavy, wired, coarse, shaggy long hair.
Eyes:
They have almond-shaped eyes that are medium in size.
Ears:
Long haired Rottweiler has long elongated triangular shaped ears that are covered in hair.
How Big Does a Long Hair Rottweiler Get?
Long haired Rottweilers have long hair which makes them appear bigger in size than the other breeds. However, their size and weight are almost the same as normal Rotties.
Long Hair Rottweiler size
Male long haired Rottweilers are 24 to 28 inches tall.
Female long haired Rottweilers are 22 to 26 inches tall.
Long Hair Rottweiler weight
Male long haired Rottweilers weigh around 115 to 135 pounds.
Female long haired Rottweilers weigh around 85 to 115 pounds.
Are Fluffy Rottweilers Rare?
Long haired Rottweilers also known as Fluffy Rottweilers. Their long hair trait is basically because they take those long hair genes from their parent breed.
Here is how long hair traits transfer from parents to their offspring.
Lh Gene mutation is responsible for long hair traits. In this mutation, the gene factor that stops hair growth is mutated and causes long hair growth.
Sh gene is responsible for short hair traits.
If long haired puppies have Lh genes one from each parent then they have long hair.
Lh/Lh = 100% long haired rottweiler puppies
If they inherit a Lh gene from one parent and one Sh gene from another parent then the chance of long hair offspring or short hair offspring is 50 50.
Lh/Sh= 50% of puppies will have short hair and 50% will have long hair.
If they have the Sh gene from both parents then there is 100% chance that all offspring will have short hair.
Sh/Sh= 100% short haired rottweiler puppies.
Are Long Hair Rottweilers Good Family Pets?
Dog temperaments depend on various factors like their training levels, heritability, and on their socializing skills. Long haired Rottweilers behavior is very much similar to short haired Rottweilers.
Their affectionate and loving nature makes them great family dogs. Long haired Rottweiler have a great personality which overcomes their personality of being an aggressive dog.
They are obedient, strong, faithful, and intelligent dogs. They have the capacity to learn new things and training skills quickly and more effectively when trained by their owners.
When trained properly from an early age they socialize easily and don’t become headstrong and stubborn.
With family and friends, they are very friendly and affectionate. With strangers, they may show a little aggression because of their protective instinct. They can’t stand loneliness.
Can a Rottweiler Have Long Hair?
As mentioned before yes, Rottweilers can have long hair when they have Lh gene which is responsible for long hair in them.
For Rottweiler to have long hair they must inherit Lh gene pair one from each parent. Generally, Rottweilers with short hair are more common.
When two long hair Rottweillers with Lh gene breed, they produce long haired Rottweiler puppies.
They are not common because their breeding is banned by AKC.
Are Long Hair Rottweilers Recognized By the Kennel Clubs?
American Kennel Club (AKC) in the United States doesn’t recognize long haired Rottweilers because AKC considers long and wavy hair of long haired Rottweiler a fault.
Due to breeding restrictions imposed by AKC, long haired Rottweiler puppies are hard to come by despite high demand.
Do Long Haired Rottweilers Shed?
Rottweilers shed hair the whole year. However, in the spring season, the shedding is more than in any other season.
Spring hair shedding is followed by new hair growth in the winter season. Old fur is restored with new and better fur. Sometimes seasonal allergies also cause hair shedding in them.
Usually, they shed their coat two times per year. There are some Rotties that shed their fur even 3 to 4 times during extreme seasons.
Other reasons that can cause shedding in them are:
- Change in their daily routine
- Stress
- Allergic reactions
- Side effect of medication
- Skin problems
- Ticks
- Mites
- Sudden changes in dog food
- Reaction to bathing shampoos or soap
Final Words on Long Hair Rottweiler
Remember that long-haired Rottweilers are not recognized as a separate breed, but rather a variation within the Rottweiler breed. Therefore, if you are looking for a long-haired Rottweiler, it’s recommended to approach reputable breeders or adoption agencies who specialize in this particular coat type and ensure the health and well-being of the dog.
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