Any dog is what you make it out to be, regardless of breed standard, sex, and what ever else you want to throw into the mix.
Every puppy needs obedience training, a good vet and a dedicated family. It is important to remember that what may be cute in a puppy is not always so cute in a full grown dog. Things like, playing tug with your socks, leaping on the couch are not so attractive when done by a 50 pound dog.
If you are getting the dog from a responsible breeder, then they should be able to match the puppies personality up with your family.
Before you put your deposit down, make sure that this is a GOOD breeder. Any and all tests for genetic diseases should have been done on the parents and you should be given proof of this. Breeding stock should be shown in conformation and some other field. I know nothing about RR's but I wouldn't buy a rottie pup from someone who didn't show in conformation and at least obedience. I would want OFA certification numbers for both parents to make sure that they were clear of hip and heart problems. I would want to buy from a breeder who asks more questions of me then I could possibly remember to ask them. I would want to see other pups that they had sold and be able to talk to their vet.
And when you put that deposit down, start looking for a trainer. You want to find someone who is positive, yet firm, not abusive. Any trainer that uses alpha rolls is someone to avoid.
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Sandi
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