Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Germany Group: Working dog, Guard dog Height: males 24-27 in., females 22-25 in. Weight: males 95-130 lbs., females 80-110 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: yes, with early socialization The Rottweiler is an ancient breed dating as far […]
The Ohio House of Representatives has passed House Bill #108 – Nitro’s Law. In 2008, Nitro was one of 7 dogs starved to death under the care of kennel owner, Steve Croley, at the High Caliber K-9 kennel in Youngstown, Ohio. Among 19 dogs found on the property, 7 emaciated bodies were found, including Nitro. […]
2014 Last year the No Kill Advocacy Center Just One Day campaign was a resounding success. Euthanasia needles were set aside, incinerators closed and morgues empty at over 1,000 participating shelters and rescue groups. In the U.S. 12,000 animals were adopted, finding safe, loving homes. Shelters were made to realize with that one day that […]
