With the right training, a Rottweiler is an excellent family dog. This is what the German breed standard says about the Rottweiler temperament: "He is descended from friendly and peaceable stock and by nature loves children, is affectionate, obedient, trainable and loves working." I have owned and trained Rottweilers since 1986 and every one of mine has been good with children.
There are two parts to ensuring any dog is safe with kids. First is training and socializing your Rottweiler. Second is properly managing the dog. Whether you have a puppy or an adult dog, I strongly recommend group obedience classes as well as daily training.
Rottweiler - Dog Lover
