Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Roman Rottweiler

Compare the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Roman Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Roman Rottweilers.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Roman Rottweiler
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Switzerland
Italy
Origin Year
1515 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Below 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
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
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