Rottie Bordeaux

83-135 lbs
22-25"
United States
Dogue de Bordeaux
Rottweiler

If you’re not that keen on a dog that grunts, snorts and drools then this breed may not be for you. The Rottie Bordeaux is large dog and is a mix between a purebred Dogue de Bordeaux and a purebred Rottweiler. Despite their somewhat intimidating looks, they are affectionate family pets who very loyal and protective. They are however not recommended for first time dog owners but rather someone with experience. Early training and socialization is essential for this breed as they can become aggressive with other dogs and strangers. They are confident, self assured dogs who get on well with children but younger children will need monitoring as the Rottie Bordeaux doesn’t always realize how big he is and could knock them over. This breed is a natural guard dog but should live inside. They will need a firm, confident trainer but are intelligent and will be responsive to positive reinforcement. The Rotie Bordeaux sheds moderately so will require regular brushing. Common colors include black, tan, mahogany, and they can have white markings. The coat is short and straight.

purpose Purpose
Companion
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Dogue de Bordeaux, Rottweiler

Rottie Bordeaux Health

Average Size
Male Rottie Bordeaux size stats
Height: 24-27 inches Weight: 85-140 lbs
Female Rottie Bordeaux size stats
Height: 22-25 inches Weight: 83-135 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Entropion
  • Ectropion
  • Heart Disease
  • Cancer
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Brachycephalic Syndrome
  • Aortic Stenosis
Minor Concerns
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
  • Bloat
  • Ichthyosis
Occasional Diagnoses
  • None Known
Occasional Tests
  • Eye
  • X-Rays
  • Physical Examination
  • Heart Analysis
  • Skin Scrape
  • Hip and Elbow X-rays

Rottie Bordeaux Breed History

Not much is known about the Rottie Bordeaux which is a combination of a Dogue de Bordeaux and a Rottweiler. Rottweilers are descended from Mastiff-type dogs and date back to the Roman Empire. They accompanied the Roman army around A.D. 74 across the Alps and into southern Germany. One of the towns in this area was later called das Rote Wil (the red tile) after the red-tiled villas built by the Romans. Rottweilers were used for driving cattle to town for butchering and pulling carts loaded with meat. Not much is known about the breed until 1901 when the first breed standard was written. The dogs came to the U.S. in the late 1920s. The Rottweiler was officially recognised by the American Kennel Club in 1931 while the breed was exhibited in Britain at Crufts five years later. Rottweilers are widely used as police dogs and in search and rescue. With his large muscular body and wrinkled face, the Dogue de Bordeaux is a member of the Mastiff family and originated in France’s Bordeaux region around 600 years ago. They were used for pulling carts and guarding flocks and are known for drooling and snoring. The breed is thought to predate the Bullmastiff and the Bulldog. There have been different types including the Toulouse, the Paris and the Bordeaux type. The number of dogs dwindled during both World Wars with many being killed. The breed was first exhibited in France in 1863 and they were officially recognised by the Kennel Club UK in 1997 and the American Kennel Club in 2008. The movie Turner & Hooch in 1989 was the first time many people were introduced to the breed. A Dogue de Bordeaux named Beasley played Tom Hanks’ drooling companion in the movie. Beasley died in 1992 aged 14.

Rottie Bordeaux Breed Appearance

The Rottie Bordeaux is a mix between a purebred Dogue de Bordeaux and a purebred Rottweiler. They are massive, imposing dogs with muscular bodies and large heads. Common colors are black, black, tan, mahogany, and they can have white markings. The coat is short and straight and can be quite soft. Your dog may have deep wrinkles on the face from the Dogue de Bordeaux parent breed. The eyes are likely to be almond-shaped and dark brown. The muzzles are likely to be short and the ears hang down onto the face. These dogs may have a black or brown mask on their face.

Eye Color Possibilities
brown Rottie Bordeaux eyes
Brown
Nose Color Possibilities
black Rottie Bordeaux nose
Black
Coat Color Possibilities
black Rottie Bordeaux coat
Black
fawn Rottie Bordeaux coat
Fawn
white Rottie Bordeaux coat
White
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Rottie Bordeaux straight coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Rottie Bordeaux Breed Maintenance

With its short, straight coat, a Rottie Bordeaux is quite low maintenance when it comes to grooming. A weekly brush should be more than enough to remove any loose hair and keep the coat shiny and healthy. If your dog has wrinkles on the face then make sure these are cleaned well to prevent any skin problems. The skin between the wrinkles should always be kept dry. The Rottie Bordeaux is a drooler and does need to be bathed from time to time as they can have quite a strong doggy odor. Make sure you use a recommended veterinary shampoo and dry your pet thoroughly afterwards. Check their ears for any dirt and wipe clean when necessary. Brushing the teeth is a good idea to keep bad breath in check. And if your dog doesn’t wear his nails down naturally, then clip them when necessary.

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Brushes for Rottie Bordeaux
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Rottie Bordeaux requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Rottie Bordeaux Temperament

The Rottie Bordeaux is a large, powerful dog who will need a committed owner to dedicate time to him. Early socialization and training is vital for this breed to prevent any bad habits from forming. They will need a confident handler who is firm but never harsh and will respond well to positive reinforcement. If this is done early, the Rottie Bordeaux will make an affectionate, playful and extremely loyal pet. They are good with children but must be supervised with younger children who must also be taught how to interact with dogs. The Rottie Bordeaux may be a bit wary of strangers at first but will be friendly once they get to know the person. These dogs can be aggressive with other dogs, especially those of the same sex, so again socialization will be key if you have other pets. They are energetic dogs but also homebodies. Despite their size and reputation as a fierce guard dog, your pet will be more than happy to spend time cuddling with you on the couch and they should never be confined to an outside area.

Rottie Bordeaux Activity Requirements

Although large and energetic dogs, a Rottie Bordeaux will only need a moderate amount of exercise. These dogs will enjoy a long walk or shorter walks twice a day and will enjoy chasing balls or a stick. Make sure you have your pet under control when you are out in public as these dogs can become aggressive with other dogs. They can also become very destructive if not exercised sufficiently. These dogs are not suitable for those living in an apartment. They will need a fenced in yard to run around in and burn off any excess energy but don’t leave them alone for too long. These dogs need to be close to their families to be content and well-behaved. They can be quite sensitive to the cold and heat, so don’t exercise them in the middle of the day in summer and make sure they are inside in winter.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
8 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes
activity minutes

Rottie Bordeaux Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
4 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$2.75 - $3.00
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$80.00 - $90.00
food bag monthly cost

Rottie Bordeaux Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Rottie Bordeaux size stats at six months
Height: 12.5 inches Weight: 56.0 lbs
Female Rottie Bordeaux size stats at six months
Height: 11.5 inches Weight: 54.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Rottie Bordeaux size stats at 12 months
Height: 19.0 inches Weight: 84.0 lbs
Female Rottie Bordeaux size stats at 12 months
Height: 17.0 inches Weight: 81.5 lbs
18 Months
Male Rottie Bordeaux size stats at 18 months
Height: 25.5 inches Weight: 112.5 lbs
Female Rottie Bordeaux size stats at 18 months
Height: 23.5 inches Weight: 109.0 lbs

Rottie Bordeaux Owner Experiences

Buster
9 Weeks
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing Ball
He such good temperment
5 years ago
Kane
8 Months
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Road trip
Fetch
Catch treats
Tug-of-war
Extremely smart, likes to watch TV sometimes & has a very goofy personality. We absolutely love & adore him!
6 years, 9 months ago
Leo
22 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Swim
Chase
Fetch
snuggling
Tricks for treats
Playing in the snow
Leo is intelligent, can be stubborn, very strong, and is a big baby. He loves to play and be wherever we are. We love him!!
6 years, 7 months ago
Marley
3 Years
3 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Marley is very aggressive towards strangers and if there is aggression in the home, he retaliates. He is too protective over me (I am female). He loves cuddles but has to be centre of attention, he gets on well with my other 2 dogs, one make and one female ( different breeds )
6 years, 7 months ago
Princess Belle
6 Months
6 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Watching tv
Walks on the beach
Playing tug of war,
She is super loving, loves to sleep on or with us, but with crate training is happy to sleep in her bed. She likes to play with other dogs. She is generally good at staying in the property- a simple gate is enough for her and she doesn't try to get out. She has been fairly easy to train with toileting, nipping, and being careful of the younger kids although still occasionally gets over excited. Loves going for walks but loves car rides more. Can be fussy with food. Good with cats.
6 years, 6 months ago
Bella
2 Years
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Cuddling
dog park
When we first got her, she was extremely sweet but also puppy like. She was 4 months old. We tried taking her to obedience class but no luck. We decided to train her our way, classic treats and basic commands. She is stubborn and chooses to listen to us when she feels like it, but I think that's just her personality. She's very food driven, so that definitely helps. But overall she's a love-bug. She snores, farts, drools and everything in between, but I couldn't ask for a better dog.
6 years, 5 months ago
Kodah
5 Months
6 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
catch
He’s very loveable and lively. He sleeps a lot. Loves to play and will retreve well. Still a bit nippy when over excited. Sounds mean when he plays and growls but his bark is worse than his bite.
6 years, 3 months ago
Lola Strawberry
15 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Love this breed!! She is so loyal and affectionate.
6 years ago
Rosie
2 Years
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
Tug-of-war
swimming
Chasing small and medium furry creatures
Beach
Dog Parks
Running
Rosie is affectionate and playful and a very boofy girl. She can be protective at times and growls when unannounced strangers come to the house. Once introduced, she is very friendly. She is incredibly healthy and robust and recieves many compliments on her apperance when we take her for walks. She can be a bit of a picky eater and is boisterous and physical in play- she is a very strong girl. Overall, she is a wonderful and engaging dog and would recommend a dog of her type to anyone looking for a loving, loyal, protective monster.
5 years, 8 months ago
Stoney
1 Year
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
The most amazing pooch, he’s very well behaved and gives the best hugs
5 years, 1 month ago
Cassius
6 Years
2 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Chase
Fetch
Walk
Cassius is a big boy at almost 60kg. Our house isn't particularly big (we live in London) and it doesn't impact him at all as he sleeps and snoozes a lot of the time (For smaller dogs with a lot of energy it may have been a problem). He is affectionate and playful but can be protective at times and growls when we have a delivery to the house. When he meets people he is super friendly and gently leans against them for strokes and hugs. He is healthy for the most part but has an allergy to washing powder (Bio and Non-bio). Due to his golden coat and floppy ears he has many admirers and has even converted people previously scared of dogs, mainly due to his looks and gentle personality. Due to his size he can be a bit boisterous and dominant in play- so we tend to keep him away from other dogs. He's truly happiest when curled up on the soda between the two of us, or when he's roaming through a forrest. Overall, he is a wonderfully loving dog and would recommend a dog of his breed to anyone.
5 years, 4 months ago
Willow
3 Years
4 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Willow is a large strong, athletic female with a 14 month old large male boxer companion. Majority of her exercise is playing with him. She is dog dominant and personality specific, but mush with people/family. With strangers she is very alert and confident, always stands her ground respectfully and quietly. Seldom barks and loves rough housing and playing tug a war. Always playful and respectful and never crosses the line with growling or aggression. Very trainable and food motivated. Great with young kids and patient. This breed loves being around it’s family and makes a great indoor dog. Content to lounge and play periodically. Very watchful and alert at times. Highly recommended for any experience, must socialize with other dogs at a young age.
5 years, 4 months ago
Henry
16 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch sticks
Running around the garden like loons
Walk
Play ball
Henry had a bad start and moved homes several times before moving in with us. He's not been socialised and I am a first time owner but with perseverance, we're getting there. He listens to me and is very responsive to positive 'parenting' and gets on great with my 7 year old 2 legged monster!! I use a muzzle to walk him as he's managed to get anything else I've tried off his head!! I don't like it but it stops him eating cats!! I 100% would recommend one but from a little puppy, not at 9 months old when they're harder to train. I wouldn't be without him
4 years, 11 months ago
Money
6 Months
9+ People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Beach walks
She’s an awesome dog who can get jealous at times and is very loyal and great around kids.
4 years, 11 months ago
Bailee
10 Months
4 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
She is a biter and vvey much a jumper both traits I am not fond of
4 years, 10 months ago
Buddy
1 Year
2 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
naps
Giant snuggle bug! Great addition to the start of our family. Being someone with narcolepsy it’s nice to have a large dog to lean on and rest with when needed. 10/10 recommended bread if you have the time and patience for training.
4 years, 7 months ago
Gianna
9 Weeks
3 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
She is so smart and fairly calm.
4 years, 4 months ago
Boo
12 Weeks
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing hide and seek , catch the ball
These dogs are an excellent mixed breed they are loyal affectionate puppies
4 years, 3 months ago
Tony
3 Years
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Nap
He is so cute, he's extremly loyal to me and follow me wherever i go and even get depressed when i leave the house. he doesn't like other dogs other than the other 2 we have at home and doesn't like strangers that much. but he is very close to me. i love him with all my heart
4 years ago
Nelson
22 Months
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
We got Nelson at 10 months old from a lovely family who just couldn't cope with his size and demands, but had done a great job otherwise. Firstly he was very destructive as he was left for parts of the day with the family working, though he still had access to an outside space...which he also trashed. Since Covid19 we've been more at home, he's matured and that has stopped..(mostly) with more family interaction. He is a loving loyal dog who has such a great character, loves a fuss and cuddle, demands and gets attention where ever he goes, as he is very handsome and friendly with others.
4 years ago
Buffalo Bob
10 Weeks
5 People
House
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Therapy Training
He is my second one :)
3 years, 10 months ago
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