ABOUT THE AMERICAN ROTTWEILER CLUB

The American Rottweiler Club (ARC) was formed in 1973 to promote the health tested and cleared reproduction of the Rottweiler as well as protect them as a breed. ARC is the Parent Club for the Rottweiler with the American Kennel Club, and the umbrella for all other AKC-affiliated Rottweiler clubs. ARC “owns” and maintains the Rottweiler standard (the official breed description) here in the United States.

All ARC members must keep to a high standard of humane ownership and husbandry, as well as exhibit a good attitude in all activities, including sportsmanship, helping others and volunteering at events. ARC members who are breeding must adhere to our Mandatory Practices in their breeding programs. We feel we are responsible for presenting the Rottweiler in the best possible light.

Rottweiler Activities

Rottweilers love to work and please their owners. They enjoy a wide range of activities, learn what they can do here!

Working Dogs!

Rottweilers are up for any challenge, fun, or activity! Their loyalty and dedication to pleasing their owners make them perfectly suited for sports, competition, service, and companionship.

Become a Member!

Own a Rottweiler? Join the American Rottweiler Club, the national parent club dedicated to protecting the interests of the breed.

Why Join?

Since 1973, the American Rottweiler Club has worked diligently to protect & preserve the Rottweiler breed and have its best interest at heart. Our members participate in Conformation, Obedience, Agility, Carting, Herding, Rally, Tracking, Schutzhund, working as Service/Therapy or Search & Rescue dogs or full-time beloved companions and family pets.

Find A Rottweiler

Looking for a well-bred, healthy Rottweiler Puppy? See a list of ARC members who are dedicated to producing top-quality litters.

ARC Breed Referral List

Need help finding the perfect pup? Whether you are looking for a show prospect or loving pet the ARC Breeder Referral program can help you connect to one of our members, held to the highest standards for producing healthy and sound pups with amazing temperaments. Contact Karen Bang at breedreferral@amrottclub.org or 216.496.9234.

2023 ARC National Specialty

& 13th Annual National Sieger Show

Don’t miss the annual National Specialty show April 20-28, 2024 at Estes Park, CO. See the top Rottweilers compete! Evening activities, workshops, Canine Good Citizen Testing, Parade of Titleholders & Rescues, Top Dog Awards, Tracking, All-Breed Agility, & much more! The week closes with the ARC National Sieger Show, held immediately after the ARC Best of Breed Awards.

Highlights from 2018 ARC Nationals on AKC.TV

  • Puppy & Veterans Sweepstakes

  • 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy

  • Obedience & Rally Trials

  • Tracking & Carting

  • Agility & Barn Hunt

  • Sieger Show & More!

Learn more about the Rottweiler in AKC.TV’s “Meet the Breeds” Episode!

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