Black Russian Terrier vs Roman Rottweiler

Compare the Black Russian Terrier to the Roman Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Russian Terriers and Roman Rottweilers.

Black Russian Terrier vs Roman Rottweiler
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
99-132 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Russia
Italy
Origin Year
1940 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low to Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Elbow dysplasia
Bladder stones
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Black Russian Terrier
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
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