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The American Rottweiler Club (ARC) has determined that a base color other than black is not acceptable. Currently, there have been reports of Rottweiler litters with a base color classified as red. This trait should be considered a disqualifying genetic fault as set forth in the American Kennel Club (AKC) Rottweiler Breed Standard and ARC's Mandatory Practices.
The ARC discourages breeders from allowing this trait to spread and recommends the following:
  • Red Rottweiler specimens, their littermates, and parents SHOULD NOT BE BRED. All of these dogs should be spayed or neutered.
  • None of these dogs should be registered with AKC.
  • If registration is granted for these dogs, it should be only the AKC "Limited Registration".
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WHAT EXACTLY IS A "RED ROTTWEILER"?
A "Red Rottweiler" carries a genetic fault which inhibits the display of the characteristic black base coat color. It is a recessive gene, which when expressed, gives the appearance of a light brown or auburn base coat color with light auburn markings.
Frequently, "Red Rottweilers" also exhibit lighter colored eyes which may possibly be linked to a higher incidence of eye problems. In addition, some sources claim to have found "Red Rottweilers" to also carry a higher incidence of cardiac problems.
The American Kennel Club (AKC) is registering Rottweilers displaying this trait, which has never been confirmed as pure bred. The current breed standard distinctly says: "Color: Always black with rust to mahogany markings; and disqualifications: any base color other than black..."
The American Rottweiler Club will uphold the Rottweiler as a black dog with clearly defined markings. We cannot allow this genetic fault to corrupt the purity of our breed.
The American Rottweiler Club must prevent the breeders of "Red Rottweilers" from further contaminating our gene pool. Breeders of "Red Rottweilers" oftentimes classify these genetic variants as harmless, and frequently advertise them as "rare". Do not let the promoters of "Red Rottweilers" fool you. The Rottweiler breed is not improved by incorporating this disqualifying genetic fault. Ethical breeders do not intentionally breed for disqualifying faults. And remember, the danger not only resides in the red-coated Rottweiler puppy from a litter but in all the littermates as well, even though the littermates may have a base color of black.
Allowing this trait to spread is a serious threat to the genetic integrity of the Rottweiler breed. The American Rottweiler Club is obligated to educate its members, breeders and Rottweiler fanciers , as well as preserve and protect the Breed for future generations.
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