Rottweiler vs Broholmer Comparison – Which dog is better Rott or Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff?

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Name	Rottweiler	Broholmer
Origins	Germany	Denmark
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Group	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Rottweiler and Broholmer. What other names are these breeds known by?	Rott Rottie	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Rottweiler and a Broholmer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Rottweiler and a Broholmer. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Broholmer? Is a Rottweiler taller than a Broholmer?	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Rottweiler and a Broholmer. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$2000	$1300-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Broholmer?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare training requirements.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare alertness levels.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare territorial behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Broholmer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Rottweiler and a Broholmer. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Protective Confident Friendly Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Broholmer?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Broholmer?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Broholmer social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Broholmer?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rottweiler vs Broholmer? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Broholmer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Broholmer?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare biting tendencies.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare average lifespans.	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Rottweiler and a Broholmer. Which breed is healthier?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rottweiler vs Broholmer?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Broholmer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Broholmer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare activity levels.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Broholmer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Broholmer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Broholmer?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Rottweiler and Broholmer? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Yellow Golden
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare drooling amounts.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Rottweiler and a Broholmer? Compare fur types.	Dense	Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Broholmer? Do Rottweiler dogs shed more than Broholmer dogs?	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare kid-friendliness.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Broholmer? Can a Rottweiler and a Broholmer be friends? Do Rottweiler dogs get along with Broholmer dogs?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rottweiler vs Broholmer?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Rottweiler or a Broholmer? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which has larger litters?	8-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Rottweiler and Broholmer breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Rottweiler vs Broholmer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Rottweiler and Broholmer. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club

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