How much should I feed my 3-month-old Rottweiler puppy?

At 3 months, a Rottweiler puppy typically weighs 14–22 kg and needs roughly 1,200–1,800 calories per day, split across three meals. Use the feeding guidelines on your large-breed puppy food as a starting point and update portions weekly as the puppy gains weight rapidly.

When can I start training a Rottweiler puppy?

Immediately. Rottweiler puppies are highly trainable from 8 weeks of age, and early positive reinforcement training — sit, name recall, leash manners — is beneficial both for training outcomes and for socialisation. Formal obedience classes from 10–12 weeks (after initial vaccinations) are excellent for this breed.

Do Rottweiler puppies need a special large-breed puppy food?

Yes. Large-breed puppy formulas have controlled calcium and phosphorus levels suited to large-breed skeletal development. Standard puppy foods are often too energy-dense and calcium-rich for large breeds, potentially contributing to developmental bone issues. Do not use a generic puppy food or an adult formula for a Rottweiler puppy under 18 months.

How much exercise should a Rottweiler puppy get?

Use the guideline of 5 minutes of structured leash walking per month of age, twice daily, until growth plates close at around 18 months. Free play in a safe area is appropriate at any age. Avoid repetitive high-impact activities until growth is complete.

Rottweiler Puppy Guide | PetCalculator

Rottweiler puppies grow into large, powerful dogs and require large-breed puppy nutrition, controlled exercise, and early socialisation from day one. This guide covers feeding, growth, and health priorities in the first 18 months.