How can I tell a Rottweiler Terrier apart? The Rottweiler Terrier should be no more than 10 inches tall at the shoulder, roughly equal in shoulder height to body length, with a horizontal dorsal line and a slightly shorter, compact and deep body. The tail needs to be broken at half of its total length, with the tail root at the same level as the dorsal line and standing up. The coat is stiff and straight, close to the body, and forms a protective mane on the neck and shoulders. One of the smallest terriers in size, the ideal shoulder height should not exceed 10 inches. Shoulder height is approximately equal to body length. Adequate bone mass. Weighs approximately 12 pounds. Should be in proper proportion to the overall structure of the dog. The ability to carry its work is the primary consideration. The neck, backline and body neck is medium length, strong and well integrated with the shoulders. The backline is horizontal and the body is slightly shorter, compact and deep. Good width of chest. The ribs are well supported and short in the loin. The tail needs to be broken at half of its total length. The tail needs to be of sufficient length for the working needs of the Terrier. The tail root is at the same level as the dorsal line and is erected upwards. The coat is bristly, hard and straight, close to the body, with some undercoat. The coat on the neck and shoulders forms a protective mane. The hair on the head, ears and muzzle is short and smooth except for some eyebrows and whiskers. The coat of this breed should appear as natural as possible. Very slight trimming is allowed, but shape trimming is a serious defect. Colors of varying degrees of red, wheaten, black, brown or gray are fine; white markings are undesirable. Gait legs are kept parallel to each other in movement with full extension of the front limbs and strong hind limb drive. The correct hind limb structure provides adequate hindquarters drive. The forelimbs move easily with a consistent distance between the foot paws and the elbow, and the foot paws are focused slightly inward as the pace accelerates. The hind paws land just above the footprint of the front paws, with moderate flexion of the hind knee and fly joint. The dorsal line remains horizontal. The temperament is happy, brave, loyal and loving. Adaptable and athletic, they make good companions.
