A Detailed Comparison of the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier.

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Rottweiler Versus Welsh Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Rottweiler and for the Welsh Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Rottweiler or the Welsh Terrier.

Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier

Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Rottweiler is a medium-sized dog while the Welsh Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Rottweiler belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Welsh Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Rottweiler to the Welsh Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier

Factor Rottweiler Welsh Terrier
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Life Span 8 to 11 years 10 to 14 years
Weight 85 to 130 pounds Up to 20 pounds
Average Lifespan 9.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1740 $2510
Price Range $1300 – $2000 $1350 – $3834
Temperament Score 84.7 percent 76.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
  • Eye Examination
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 8 108
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 9 53

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Rottweiler in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Welsh Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Rottweiler is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Welsh Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Welsh Terrier is a better pet than the Rottweiler. So, you should get the Welsh Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are most different:

  • Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Welsh Terriers get along well with other dogs.
  • Rottweilers have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Welsh Terriers are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool. However, Welsh Terriers do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Rottweilers are very easy to groom. However, Welsh Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier

    The Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier.

    Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Welsh Terriers weigh Up to 20 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Terriers are 14 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier

    The lifespan of Rottweilers is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Rottweilers is 9.5 years.

    The lifespan of Welsh Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Terriers is 12.0 years.

    Welsh Terriers live longer than Rottweilers.

    Temperament of the Rottweiler Versus the Welsh Terrier

    The Rottweiler has a better temperament than the Welsh Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Rottweiler is 84.7 percent while the temperament score for the Welsh Terrier is 76.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 84.7 percent, the Rottweiler has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 76.3 percent, the Welsh Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 6012 Rottweilers and 38 Welsh Terriers.

    Price of Rottweiler versus Price of Welsh Terrier

    The average price of the Rottweiler puppy is $1740. The price of the Rottweiler typically ranges from $1300 – $2000. However, the price of a Rottweiler can be as low as $100 and as high as $4650. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 365 Rottweiler puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Welsh Terrier puppy is $2510. The price of the Welsh Terrier typically ranges from $1350 – $3834. However, the price of the Welsh Terrier can be as low as $1200 and as high as $3834. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 13 Welsh Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Welsh Terrier is more expensive than the Rottweiler.

    Rottweiler Welsh Terrier
    Average Price $1740 $2510
    Price Range $1300 to $2000 $1350 to $3834

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Rottweiler and Welsh Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Rottweiler puppies or how many Welsh Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Rottweilers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Rottweilers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Welsh Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Welsh Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Rottweiler puppy or the Welsh Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    The Intelligence of the Rottweiler versus the Intelligence of the Welsh Terrier

    Rottweiler Welsh Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 9 out of 130 dog breeds 53 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Rottweiler has an obedience intelligence rank of 9 out of 130 dog breeds. The Rottweiler belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Rottweilers tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Welsh Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 53 out of 130 dog breeds. The Welsh Terrier belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Welsh Terriers tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Rottweiler is more intelligent than the Welsh Terrier.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Rottweiler versus Popularity of Welsh Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Rottweiler is more popular with dog owners than the Welsh Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Rottweiler is 8 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Welsh Terrier is 108 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Rottweiler

    Popularity of Rottweiler

    Popularity of Welsh Terrier

    Popularity of Welsh Terrier

    Year Rottweiler Popularity Rank Welsh Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 9 104
    2014 10 106
    2015 9 108
    2016 8 111
    2017 8 109
    2018 8 107
    2019 8 110
    2020 8 112

    Health Problems of Rottweiler versus Health Problems of Welsh Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Rottweiler is prone to more genetic health problems than the Welsh Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Rottweiler than for the Welsh Terrier.

    5 health tests are recommended for Rottweiler while 2 tests are recommended for the Welsh Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Rottweilers and in Welsh Terriers.

    Rottweiler Health Problems

    Rottweilers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Rottweiler puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Rottweiler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Rottweiler breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Rottweilers for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Rottweilers here.

    Welsh Terrier Health Problems

    Welsh Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Welsh Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Welsh Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Welsh Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Welsh Terriers for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Welsh Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Rottweilers and Welsh Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Rottweiler Breed is Elbow problems.

    This is because the Rottweiler ranks 3 out of 144 dog breeds for Elbow problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 22339 Rottweilers, 8667 of them had Elbow problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Rottweilers, and how common these diseases are in Rottweilers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Elbow problems: Rank 3 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 3 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 14 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 27 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 37 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 45 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 47 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 47 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 77 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 121 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Welsh Terrier Breed is Primary Lens Luxation problems.

    This is because the Welsh Terrier ranks 14 out of 17 dog breeds for Primary Lens Luxation problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 365 Welsh Terriers, 1 of them had Primary Lens Luxation problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Welsh Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Welsh Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 14 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 24 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 89 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 108 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Rottweiler and in Welsh Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier:

    Disease Rottweiler Rank Welsh Terrier Rank
    Elbow problems 3 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Shoulder problems 3 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 14 out of 182 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 27 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 37 out of 198 dog breeds 89 out of 198 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems 45 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 47 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 47 out of 70 dog breeds 24 out of 70 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 77 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 121 out of 145 dog breeds 108 out of 145 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 14 out of 17 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier

    Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Rottweilers shed more than Welsh Terriers?

    Rottweilers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Welsh Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Rottweiler or the Welsh Terrier

    Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Welsh Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Rottweiler or the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers are very easy to groom.

    Welsh Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Rottweiler Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Welsh Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Rottweilers Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Terriers?

    Rottweilers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Welsh Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Rottweiler vs. Welsh Terrier

    Rottweilers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Welsh Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Rottweilers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Welsh Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Rottweiler or the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Welsh Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Rottweilers good family dogs? What about Welsh Terriers?

    Rottweilers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Welsh Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Rottweilers and Welsh Terriers?

    Rottweilers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Welsh Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Rottweiler Easier to Train than the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers are very easy to train.

    Welsh Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Rottweiler Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Welsh Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Rottweiler or the Welsh Terrier?

    Rottweilers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Welsh Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Rottweiler that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Rottweiler:

  • Boxer (75 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Terrier vs Boxer.
  • Portuguese Pointer (74 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Pointer.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Welsh Terrier:

  • Jack Russell Terrier (79 percent match with Welsh Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Stabyhoun (76 percent match with Welsh Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Stabyhoun.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Rottweiler and how the Welsh Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Rottweiler and of the Welsh Terrier to other breeds:

    Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Rottweiler versus Kai Ken     Rottweiler versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Akita     Rottweiler versus Boston Terrier     Rottweiler versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Mal Shi     Rottweiler versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Rottweiler versus Chi-Poo     Rottweiler versus Australian Kelpie     Rottweiler versus Toy Poodle     Rottweiler versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Rottweiler versus Whippet     Rottweiler versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Rottweiler versus American Bulldog     Rottweiler versus Finnish Lapphund     Rottweiler versus Leonberger     Rottweiler versus Schnoodle     Rottweiler versus Valley Bulldog     Rottweiler versus Great Dane     Rottweiler versus American Water Spaniel     Rottweiler versus Shetland Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Belgian Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Pug     

    Welsh Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Welsh Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Welsh Terrier versus Shetland Sheepdog     Welsh Terrier versus Weimaraner     Welsh Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Welsh Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer     Welsh Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Welsh Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Welsh Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Dogo Argentino     Welsh Terrier versus Afghan Hound     Welsh Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Welsh Terrier versus Border Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Norwich Terrier     Welsh Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Welsh Terrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Welsh Terrier versus Havanese     Welsh Terrier versus Australian Kelpie     Welsh Terrier versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Welsh Terrier versus Bullmastiff     Welsh Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Welsh Terrier versus Spinone Italiano     

    Conclusion: Rottweiler versus Welsh Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Rottweiler and the Welsh Terrier better suits you and your family.