Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Devoted
Good-natured
Optimistic

Alert
Fearless
Independent
Loyal
Courageous
Good-natured
Intelligent
Protective

Aussie-Flats are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Rottweiler if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Aussie-Flats are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rottweilers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Aussie-Flats typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Rottweiler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Aussie-Flats thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rottweilers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Aussie-Flat has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Rottweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Aussie-Flats are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Rottweilers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Aussie-Flat dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Rottweilers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Fetch, Walk, Snuggle, Wrestling, Snuggles, Walks, Hide & Seek, Frisbee, Swimming, Train, Dog Parks, Play, Tug-of-war

Run, Fetch, Play keep away, Play, Brushing, Exploring, Walks, Dog Parks, Walks running, Running, Walking, Playing, Leader, Jogging, Tricks, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Swim, Soccer, Ball

The Aussie-Flat requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Rottweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Aussie-Flat is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Rottweiler is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Aussie-Flats can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Rottweilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Aussie-Flats make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottweilers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Aussie-Flats are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.

Aussie-Flats are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Rottweilers are not very stranger friendly.

Aussie-Flats are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rottweilers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Aussie-Flat is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Rottweilers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.