WHY I CHOSE THE ROTTWEILER OVER THE GERMAN SHEPHERD 

I have two male Rotties and a female WL GSD. In my experience the combo of both are complete security package. Mine are family house dogs and are great companions. The female GSD is almost ALWAYS the one who alerts the Rotts to anything unusual. She is way more protective- which could be because of her sex. What I like is she is vocal where as the Rotties are not. She will scare the burglar with her bark and GOD forbid - if they are stupid enough to break in - the Rotts will handle the rest.

I’m not getting tired of theses video there great

The show lines of GS are a disgrace. Shame on the AKC. Function over form! Especially in an animal that becomes part of your life and family. Why risk the health of the breed for a "look"?

Up Next: "Why I chose the Rottweiler over having a kid" Think about it- Can a kid defend your house/property? No. Strike one for practicality. ;)

I have working line GSDs. They are super intelligent and are superb problem solvers. Working line GSDs are a spectrum. There are highly prey-driven working line GSDs (typically operate as sport-dogs). There are others with a good balance of prey and defense drives (a patrol dog requires a good defense/prey balance with a higher weighting on the defense side), while a drug detection dog needs untiring hunt-drive. And so on. A good working line GSD, with a balance of prey and defense drives, and with an excellent nerve-base, is a bedrock solid dog. They will have a complete - complete - off-switch when inside the house. (all of my working line GSDs have a total off-switch inside the house), while being able to operate at 200mph when they are working and problem solving out in the field. During a 20+ hour drive, my working line GSD boy did not make a single whine during the entire trip. He just settled down and went to sleep in his crate. That requires a rock solid nerve-base, since a weak-nerved dog would be whining and fidgeting and causing a ruckus during such a long trip. He operates at 200mph in the field, but sleeps inside my bedroom on a separate bed of his own. At the same time, not a single mouse can get by (let alone a 2-legged or larger 4-legged creature), without him being aware of it. GSDs are also velcro dogs and you will never be alone, even when heading to the bathroom or while watching TV. They sense and figure out even the emotions running through your mind. Also, unlike Malinois, they mature slower but bond with their humans, far stronger. All of my GSDs were single owner dogs for the most part and don't bond easily to a new owner right away.......the new owner will have to take the time to bond with them and earn their respect.

My GSD is 6yr working line. I love him to death. But after him, I'm getting a Rottweiler. The biggest problems I have with my current GSD is his HIGH energy level and the amount of fur that will enter your life is insane!

I love the honesty of this guy on these videos. It's a real shame there won't be any more : (

But yes, the German shepherd are so damn beautiful.

next video why you choose a Rottweiler over everything else 😂😂😁

German Shepherds is the best bread you can ever have

As a person who has had both...German Shepherds are overall better. But like this gentlemen stated if you have a fairly relax/city life and do not have the time or access to things like parks or open fields and don't actively enage in outdoor activities then a German shepherd isn't the dog for you. They need a lot of stimulation...and tend to act up if they don't get any. Rottweilers (when compared to GSD) are less work and more relaxed.

Rottweiler and German shepherd are the best

This video will get some hate mail I'm actually surprised you did the gsd

Yea the show line german shepherds are completely ruining the breed, extremely sad that they value negative traits as positive just doesn’t make sense smh

You're about to understand that the ''short'' haired Rott actually sheds like a mofo. In regards to health concerns the GSD is in serious trouble because of what we've done to the breed sadly. Rotties also have major issues with cancer amongst other things. You'll also discover that the Rottweiler needs a job. It is NOT less work as you put it. If you have a bored Rottweiler, you'll have a destructive Rottie and with that bite force, even walls are not safe. If you think you're about to have an easier job raising a Rottie than you are a GSD, you really should think again. Both breeds are highly intelligent and need stimulation multiple times a day. My own dog ate a table when he was a pup (he was left alone for five minutes). I have a 135lb male working Rottweiler that comes from German (I'm in Europe) championship lines. He is now six and trained to a ridiculous level. He loves scent work and has been trained to work with the police. I can promise you had I known just how much work was involved in this (keep in mind I have always raised large breed dogs such as Mastiffs, Dobermans & other non-working Rotties) I would have had to think twice about it. The reason Rottweilers do not make good police dogs (the only reason) is that massive bite force. A GSD can bite someone its ordered to chase and not really hurt them. A Rottweiler will break bones. In regards to being a family dog, there simply isn't a better large breed dog than the Rottie. They need to be introduced to a new baby (if one comes after they do) but other than that they are exceptional. The only training needed in this regard would be for the dog to calm down when children are around. They are large, but often do not realise how large they are. They can bump into kids sending them flying. You are correct on saying Rottweilers do not need to be trained to defend you. The problem with them is actually the opposite. They need to be taught when to not protect you. Please remember socialisation and training (from eight weeks) is NOT optional. My own dog went through a stage (as most Rotties do) at about 18 months old of simply not allowing people to enter my home - Regardless of if I was there. To this day, he is not interested in other people and flat out refuses to be stroked by a stranger. You're about to go on an amazing journey that will test you to your core, but eventually you'll end up with an amazing dog. Good luck!

“WHY I CHOSE THE ROTTWEILER OVER THE AMERICAN PITBULL TERRIER” Come on bro, you know you gotta do it!🙏🏽🙏🏽

I agree with you about the show German Shepherd’s rear end and sloping back. It looks terrible.

I had a German Sheperd, Lobo. Man he was a big boy! He came up to my waist. I'm 5ft 6 in. His back side at least. His head came up to my chest. Just walking him was an event. He was ridiculously strong. Btw I have owned red nose, brindle and blue pits most of my life. Lobo was special. I wasn't sure of his heritage, but he was definitely Not a show dog, lol. Anyway, I hope this helps anyone, they are very cool dogs. But they do have spirit in them. Make sure you show them your the Alpha. God bless everyone.

I feel both the Doberman and Rottweiler are the better choices if you don't want to deal with the large amount of shedding. I say this as a GSD owner. Personally I lean towards Wolf Like dogs rather than Mastiff type but everyone had a favorite, no right or wrong answer there.

Isn’t that funny how the “head shape” & aesthetics makes such a difference in what kind of dogs we “like” or “don’t really like”? All of them are absolutely good boys & can fit some families but it’s strange how much just the appearance of a dog makes a difference

I got both... Two great dog breeds. As far as home protection, GSD tends to hear more subtle noises/ occurrences. The Rottie tends to become more aggravated with louder noises or things going bump closer by or inside the house. Both are ready to attack at a moments notice. Just some things I've noticed in living with/training both. Keep up the work, Zeek. Dope vids 💯!!

This is the video we all have been waiting for ♥️

Can we get a why you chose the rottweiler over the dogue de Bordeaux

So I have show GSD. They have OFA good or excellent hips. They have very strong herding instincts. They are protective, but they aren't exactly a protection sport dog. If you are going to get a GSD with good hips, the show lines of North America have nearly eradicated the disease. I have taken in BYB GSD, and x-rayed their hips-- all dysplastic. All with coyote rears. Zeke, you're just wrong about the show dogs and their hips. We've been getting our dogs x-rayed for years and made dramatic efforts getting them away from hip dysplasia. People hate on these dogs because there is an internet lynch mob that thinks the rear affects the hip joint placement. There is a ton of hip dysplasia in the breed, but it's not in the AKC or SV show dogs. Also, you did not show any of these dog in full gait. You took little snippets of them in slow motion. The correct AKC gait is one of the most beautiful dogs in motion in the world, and I'm not saying this because I'm breed blind. I used to hate these dogs, and then the bastards won me over. My dogs are trustworthy with kids and other dogs. They aren't bouncing off the walls like a lot of the bitework-bred dogs, especially the ones from Eastern Europe. It is irresponsible that so many have been told to get these over the show dogs, because they don't have the rear angulation. They don't have the rear angulation, but they also don't have the off-switch. If you'd like to learn about American show GSD and how they improved the hips, please read this interview with Jimmy Moses: www.thedogplace.org/ProFiles/Moses-James-Interview-028.asp

As someone who owns a working line German shepherd I pretty much 100% agree with everything you said. They are extremely smart and driven. This combo makes them amazing at pretty much every task you present them. But also means you absolutely have to be on top of your training all the time. You need to give them new or very engaging challenges all the time because otherwise they make their own fun, and will take advantage of anything where you slip up on keeping order. The only thing I would say about home protection is that very few dogs of any breed are truly natural home protectors, in the sense that they will genuinely protect you by attacking a threat without training or cueing. But my German shepherd absolutely scares the living daylights out of all visitors until I out her and even if she knows someone she will still keep them out until I've given her the all clear. After I've given the all clesr she will generally be friendly and appear relaxed take commands and pats from strangers if I tell her to but doesn't let strangers out of her sight and will look to me anytime something seems off to find out if she needs to switch on or not. She like most working line dogs of any breed I've met is very territorial and will take on anything that comes into the yard or house unannounced. She has 0 protection training and I've had to work to teach her to understand when to leave things alone. She also naturally switches on around any people acting or appearing suspicious or aggressive at all or that make me feel concerned when we are out in public despite her diminutive size people will always give you and her a wide berth if she gives them even a small stare. My friend's working line shepherd completely bent out a steel fence panel because someone had broken into the neighbours yard. However I had a friend who had a petline German shepherd and one day he looked out his window and saw the dog playing with a stranger in the yard he hadn't let in. So I'd say it depends on the dog as it does with any breed but for the most part even an untrained working line shepherd will perform role of a so called "natural protector" .

I chose the German shepherd over the rottweiler because he is more versatile.

All other reasons were on point except that the German shepherds do not have natural instinct to protect homes. Wow! Never imagined that you being such experienced with the canine world would say so. I have a German shepherd here in India. No training at all. None.. But he knows who to attack and who not to. And NO urarmed person can enter through those gates if he is there. There has been an instance where a fairly big guy(one of my staffs) entered the lawn, unaware of him being there.. Killer, my GSD would have literally killed him that day if I did not reach on time.. Apart from this, he has stood his ground on every single occasion he waa required to and you're saying they are not natural home protectors. Rottweilers are great dogs and had one before him but I would trust both with my property and life.. Also, here in India, majority of us do not train our dogs.. Not even the basic training but still do their jobs with 100% efficiency. Anyways, to each his own. Nice video 🙂

I love both breeds. I have 2 GSDs, but my grandfather had a Doberman and a Rottweiler. Awesone dogs all.

I will always choose German Shepherd over any other breed!!!! And most definitely over a Rottweiler!

I actually love these series of videos

Never would i pick a rott over a german shepherd for family/home protection.. i get the opinion part though everyone has their opinion on looks... if that was the main reason okay.. but sounds like u needed family loyal and home protection dog as key.. and that is like the main genetic strong points of german shepherd lol.. they have far better earns and smell than a rotty and are always in protection mode more so than a rott.. a witty intruder could sneak past a rotty... good luck sneaking past a german shepherd in their home.... not guna happen they will smell u before u even make it up the driveway and be on you like glue

My Rottweiler didn't protect my home at all it all depends on the dog period not the breed

I’ve raised two rescue, albeit full GSDs, one GSD/Rottweiler hybrid. That big boy had a lifetime food aggression. We got him to mellow with this over the years but it never went away. I now own a giant male CAO. Recall, if and when he damn well feels like it but damn do I feel safe. The recall of my Shepherds and my hybrid were flawless!

Why I can’t figure out why that all, the videos I see of German Shepherds in America the dogs seem to be small like over here in Europe or dogs are much bigger I have 2 GSD and one is 29inches and weighs 108 pounds the other is 28 inches and weighs 105 pounds all the ones I seem to see in America are like 24 inches and 88 pounds but I do know that some Europe lines are much bigger than American also I live in Ireland.Also American show lines those poor breeds disgrace what they did to the breed.

Seeing those show line GSDs breaks my heart. And those AKC judges don’t see anything wrong with it! We as a dog loving community need to come up with a dog show that requires function and not just appearance.

German shephards will protect the house because its your house. Rottweilers will protect the house because its their house. Rottweilers all the way

This video was about why you didn't chose a German Shepherd , I thought you were going to talk more about the Rottweiler

I agree with you 100%. I bought a GSD because I thought that as I get older a rott would be too "heavy" to handle! I WAS WRONG! Although my GSD is very nice and loving, working lines because I used to do protection work, or French Ring with my rotties and wanted to do so with a GSD. There is no comparison. Barks all the time, too energetic for me (I'm 74) and very dominant...extremely dog aggressive. (never was attacked by a dog since I got him at 2 months old)...My next dog will be a rottweiler for sure.

Great Video. My Rottweiler is the best dog and friend I ever had. 💯

Working line German Shepherd absolutely is an intuitive guardian and an excellent home protector. Even with little to no training most of the time

I do respect your personal opinion. Even though I’m a GSD lover or any other shepherds.good luck with the one you choose. Shalom

I personally do love this type of video and I don't get enough of it from my end.

I understand how the German Shepherd is not for everyone, I found that they aren't for me, I owned two of them at different times and I will not get another one they don't fit me at all. Honestly the Rottweiler is high on my list as far as dogs I would own and I absolutely plan on having one someday in the near future.

German Shepherd not a natural protection dog? I've had 7 and I find this comment hilarious and not true in the least, as they will sacrifice their life for yours. They are also super, super bright dogs that are totally devoted to their people. I do agree about the US show- lines , and personally would never want one ( unless I rescued it!) Personally, I love dogs that resemble the wolf the most. Check out Czechoslovakian wolf dogs and Sarloos dogs. They're gorgeous!

The German shepherd is way better than the aggressive dominant rottweiler

Keep up the good work zeke we love your videos man

I've had one of each. My next dog would be a Rottweiler because they don't shed as much and aren't as high energy. My GSD was something else though. Super smart. Super athletic. I didn't train him to fetch underwater. I just discovered that he could.

My German shepherd kept the special operations police from jumping my fence to get into the neighboring house had to come around the front and ask me to lock him up. Had both breeds cant agree on that one.

I never get tired of these I love them

If you want a protection dog, all statistical values long term numbers will reflect German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois are by far the best choice anyone can make for defensive, offensive and protection animals, although I owned a purebred Rottweiler for 14 years quite long lived for a Rott he was so much disabled due to hip problems the last 2 years I kept him alive too long. This guy loved his dog which did I, but from an objective point of view......protection, security German Shepherds or Malinois, the numbers are still out on South African Boer Boers.

Why you chose the Rottweiler over the poodle

I got my ROTTIE puppy and I learns later that the breaded imported there Dogs form Germany and Belgium. He’s a hand full and doesn’t like other dogs but I love him

Do a video on healthiest large breed dogs (100 lbs+)

The Rottie is a rue member of the family happy on his own from time to time not always requiring full on attention as other high energy breeds. Personally Rotties are unique just the origin of this breed being a Roman gaurd not to mention this dog knows no fear when it comes to protecting my family pure instinct even untrained.

So, long hair, high energy and pointy head, ok ... SOME Working line gsd's are better at home protection work than SOME rottweilers, it's not the breed, it depends from dog to dog..

The working line German Shepherd is the ultimate home protector, particularly those from Czech and East German breeding lines. They are naturally protective, territorial, fearless and dominant. The Rotties I've seen are mostly lazy and affectionate. Working line German Shepherds aren't affectionate to strangers, and barely show affection for their owners. A German Shepherd can go all day and handle extreme sub zero temperatures, whereas the Rottie cannot. There are plenty of videos of German Shepherds dominating Rotties, because it's their nature to lead. I don't recommend them for people looking to have family pet because they need socializing, tasks, DAILY exercise and proper training or they can be dangerous. I have a Czech male and a German show female and the differences between them are huge. German show line don't have the drastically curved backs and mangled up hind quarters of the American show line, by the way.

There are plenty of WGSL Shepherds with excellent hips and elbows. Also IPO champs. I would not discount a WGSL as a great pet. The lower drive is preferable for many.

I have a German Shepherd and I breed Rottweilers. Both are fantastic dogs.

I love my GSD working-line, straight back. However, I prefer a Doberman Pitcher over the Rottweiler. Far more intelligent, very loyal, easier to train and make the best guard dog.

Rotties - a burglar would be inside your house before the dog would know about it. But look out once they wake up Shepherds - will know that there is someone up to no good a mile before they reach your house. For a family guard dog the shepherd is about the best you can get if you can handle shedding. Great for families with kids and babies. Will protect their family until death. Remember, guard dogs need to alert and deter possible intruders before they enter your property. Pretty much the whole point of having a guard dog. As stated in video, stay away from show lines. Research and understand their genetics and you and your family will have a true best friend for life!

I have both breeds at the moment. I can’t choose one over the other but some of the information you give is totally wrong. If you own the gsd from. Reputable breeder chances your dog to have health issues ie hip dysplasie etc won’t come out. Plus, all big dogs have the tendency to have hip dysplasie if they are not matched correctly while mating. House protection is also what a german Shepherd is also good at.

When i was growing up i saw mostly these 2 dog breeds.

I love both. The German shepherd has always been my favorite breed, with the rottie coming in at 2nd. Both great working breeds, can’t go wrong with either

Thanks for clarifying at the onset that you like brachycephalic heads over dolichocephalic heads. Rottweilers, Dogo Argentinos, Cane Corsos, Fila Brasilieros, etc. are examples of brachycephalic guard dog breeds. German Shepherds, Doberman Pinchers, Japanese and American Akitas, Beaucerons, Belgian Malinois, Groenendaels, and Tervurens, etc. are examples of dolichocephalic guard dog breeds. People like us, who have livestock guardian dogs (such as Kuvasz), are Mesocephalic (Half and half/ moitié moitié) dog breed lovers. Pakistani Bully Kuttas are an example of this category also.

i own both and gsd is best.for aggression training, activity and guarding. Rotti is much more low energy and not as alert. i love them both.

As a owner of two wl gsd‘s I‘ma tell you not to worry at all man. Not finding a dog aesthetically pleasing isn‘t bad at all. GSD‘s and rotties are both awesome but just like you, I just don‘t find the rottie to fit me aesthetically and I need the high drive and energy of my shepherds. Good video 🤙🏻

The Akita has a brick head compared to shepherds

Thank you very much

GSD outperforms the Rotty in every division with the exception of the bite-force. But off course you don’t want to be bitten by either of them.

You don’t need to justify why, everyone gets what they want. It boils down to personal preference. Dogs are awesome!

Dunno about others but I am really liking these "Why I chose a Rottweiler over.." videos.

I'm already regretting getting my boyfriend the GSD puppy for his birthday... a week ago. I've literally never met a dog as whiny and crybaby as this dog. She's sweet and cute, I love the slightly wolfy appearance and her tan points. But she's driving me nuts. I have 2 boys of my own, a pit Catahoula mix and pure pit boy. Aesthetically, I prefer the molosser breed types like them. Those large heads. 😍 Rotties being a top pick. For sure, one day, my next dog will be a Rottweiler or an American Bully.

Did you consider an American Bully ?

Show lines is definitely not what you will want; with respect to the working lines once you get the right blood lines you will get more than what you want in a home protector. But the rottie is not a bad choice.

Just do why you chose a Rottweiler over a Presa Canario, please ! These are great videos!

Love these comparisons videos

I really enjoy these videos

I really like these videos because its informative on the breeds and what kind of thing someone who lives a similar lifestyle to Zeke should consider.

We have 4 Rottweilers and 1 Belgium Malinois. Our Belgium barks at people even though they are a block away the Rottweilers wait till u get into the property line.

AKC German Shepherds are OFA failures. The back alone makes them walking time bombs for hip dysplasia. The sloping topline causes them to be damn near paralyzed. They need expensive surgery to correct it, plus they can't be bred if they have it. So the bloodline ends there. And too many AKC bred GSDs have that if they have the sloping topline. Not to mention the horrible elbows. Just not a healthy breed anymore. The European lines, with the straight back, are the only good, salvageable dogs left. Those and dogs straight from Germany that work on farms, etc... When exhibitors started breeding for the roach back is when they started digging the German Shepherd's grave....

The show german shepherds have the same issues as working lines, any shepherd should be tested on hips, elbows, and dm. That isn’t a showline issue.

I am German Shepherd guy and I agree 100% with your points in regards to the angled back on GSD . I only buy my dogs from breeders in Europe mostly farm dogs with straight backs. They are bigger, heavier, and with better temperament. Way larger than police K9s. I absolutely think the show dogs are a disgrace on any breed . Check the working line border collie for reference and you will see how different the working line is compared to the dogs we have in the USA. It is the same on every breed, even Dobermans are heavier in Europe instead of the skinny ones we have here. I like your dog and thank you for the videos.

He kept it real and should be good. Hopefully the offended stayed to the end and heard him say the GSD is way more intelligent, athletic, and faster than a Rottweiler. Going off purpose and aesthetics is what every dog person should do. Love your dog before they get in your door. I can see how long hair upkeep and a potentially larger genetic gene pool of degradation would put people off a GSD. I'm personally researching the Dutch Shepherd as my next breed coming from the loved Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

From having many GSD I can tell you and anyone that just like the Rottie, the GSD absolutely has a natural instinct to protect home. Especially at night, it is alert to a freakin pin drop! Each and every one had a natural and keen instinct to protect the home. A Rottie will be my next dog though!

I agree with you about the GSD, as an owner of a working line GSD, i can say they are high-energy, high-maintenance dogs, i personally love the manic-energy and I find I enjoy the push of them, but the health and genetic lines of the breed are crazy! The GSD world is very corrupt, and its hard to get a dog that well balanced, and you see a lot of people pick up working line pups that become unstable adults or show-line pups with no drive to work. The GSD world needs a real overhaul, that being said I love the breed, and love owning GSDs, but I do agree with your assessments.

if a person is choosing between rott and german shepherd they have quite a hard decision to make. here's my take: rotts are quiet. not barking so much. rotts are not so horny. german shepherds hump everything in sight. i've even been humped by female german shepherds. intelligence: that one has to go to german shepherds. however, the rott will do everything you expect it to do. except swim. i talked to the breeder about that. he told me that some rotts can't swim. mine could not swim. dominance: dominance is a big thing for rotts. learn to use that trait in their training. health problems: it is my opinion that the akc has almost destroyed the german shepherd breed. i think this video touches on that subject so far as show dogs are concerned.

Its weird, there are a lot of breeds I admire greatly for different reasons but wouldn't own myself like GSD, Dutchie, husky, Cane Corso, boxer, ect.

I love this series, but I understand after a few videos it starts to get a little repetitive. If you are doing a few more, maybe Rhodesian Ridgeback, Great Dane, Am Staff, English Mastiff?

I disagree about them not being better guard dogs than rotties and mastiff I think there much better, more alert, more likely to bark and alert you if defend its territory i find for the most part they care less for strangers on walks which I think help them be wary and suspicion of people coming to your door and less likely to want attention of them, they usually only care for there family attention and people who have been let in the home

Frog-hipped GSDs are a breeding disgrace, but so are block head dogs with floppy jowls, droopy eyes, and muzzles so short the dog can't take in enough air to exert itself.

I'm surprised you would say that you don't factor problem solving into home defense

Yeah these videos really made me think about why I like the dog breeds that I like and whyI want to own the ones that I want to own. Very good introspective thoughts coming from these videos!

I know this is unrelated to this video but do you have any videos on the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?

Please keep videos on Indian breeds

You got to be military or ex-military. Like the dogs you are reviewing. I feel your video was a total surprise author, and very opinionated. Nice , family man video. Go, brother!

The AKC has a habit of ruining dog breeds with a purpose, but then again most people are only looking for a pet these days.

Working line RW's are just as intense or more than a GSD. There is a massive difference between an ACK "german bloodline" RW compared to an old school ADRK dog like Vom Herrenholz, v d Holzhaussiedlung, or V Turlenburg. If you have had both (which I have) you understand the serious responsibility of a working line RW. VERY few people should own such a dog. They are the superior protection animal in the dog world. For police service or centry work KNPV mals or mastiff mixes do better as the RW is very bonded to their handlers.

i have a WL GSD but i have to agree that they are just a lot more more work than any other dog bc they are so intelligent. also, YES, the differences btw show line and WL are huge and not just physically. they're like two breeds almost, their characters are just so different.

I went from cane corso to a shepherd, so i totally get this and agree. One thing I wanna mention, a proper show dog will go through IPO so I think you should distinguish CKC show dogs and IPO competition dogs.

Love these videos !.You always have a valid point of view..A German Shepard was my first dog as a child!.My father was a police officer..but the Rottweiler was the dog for me as well !OH and you have a great voice for doing these documentries LOVE FROM TEAM ROTTIE!!