Rottweiler Health Guide

Complete health profile covering disease predispositions, vital statistics, and preventive care recommendations for Rottweiler.

Vital Statistics

Lifespan8–10 years
Weight Range35–60 kg
Height Range56–69 cm

Disease Predispositions (7)

Rottweiler is predisposed to the following health conditions. 4 are hereditary.

ConditionCategoryRisk LevelHereditaryScreening
Osteosarcoma N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Hip Dysplasia N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus N/A Moderate No Annual exam
Elbow Dysplasia N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Subaortic Stenosis N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Eye Diseases N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam
Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy (JLPP) N/A Moderate Yes Annual exam

Obesity & Weight Management

Obesity Risk LevelHigh
Ideal Body Condition Score5

Genetic Screening

CHIC Required TestsHip Dysplasia; Cardiac Evaluation; Eye Examination; Elbow Dysplasia; Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis and Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
Dystocia RiskLow

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