Rottweiler Puppy Angel Ornaments

These 3 inch Christmas dog ornaments are black with brown eyes, eyebrows, chin, and paws. They are laying down with their head turn to the left and their left paw on top of a red and yellow ball, ready to play. The white feathered angel wings are sprinkled with iridescent glitter snow. The gold wire halo floats gracefully over the Christmas dog puppy head. The Christmas dog first ornament hangs by a gold lame cord or it can also stand on a flat surface on display. Select this link to view our dog ornaments.

History of the Rottweiler:
The Rottweiler�s history dates back to the Roman Empire, where these medium-large, black and mahogany colored dogs herded live cattle that were used to feed the Roman legions. The dog remained an important part of the cattle region but declined in the 19th century, until the buildup towards WWI and the need for �police dogs�. The Rottweiler�s strength, intelligence and �trainability� made it a natural guard dog. This breed requires good training from a solid, competent owner who is capable of providing firm guidance and possesses the physical strength needed to control the dog. Over the last several years and due to poor breeding, inadequate training and/or abuse, attacks on humans (especially children left alone) have led to the classification of Rottweilers as �dangerous dogs�, although most reputable owners/breeders would describe these animals as loyal, loving, protective and fond of children. However, because of the dog�s size, strength and natural guarding tendencies, its best to monitor them and ensure that they�re never left with anyone who�s incapable of handling them. Select this link to view our unique Christmas ornaments.

History of the Basset Hound:
Basset Hounds get their name from a French adjective for �dwarf� or �low structure,� Bas. This is due to the fact that these dogs were specifically bred to be shorter hounds, so that they could be followed easier by hunters on foot. Though were mentioned throughout the 1500�s and into the 1700�s as being great dogs for hunting all kinds of animals, these dogs were always noted as being especially great for hunting rabbits. The manner by which the Americanized Basset Hound came about is a long, and fairly confusing history of cross breeding and inbreeding done by such people as: Count Le Couteulx and his kennel, Lord Galway, Sir Everett Millais, Lord Onslow, and George Krehl, throughout the 1800�s.

Herding Dogs
Historically, herding dogs did just that, kept herds of livestock together. To be considered part of the AKC group named �herding dogs�, the dog is either part of a breed that�s been bred over generations as a herding or �working� animal, or is trained in herding. They are considered a sub-group under the working dogs category. Herding dogs are also bred to protect the herd from predators, and are used typically to herd cattle, sheep, reindeer, and to a lesser degree, poultry. Some animals work well with any type of livestock, while others are bred over time to fill a specific job. For example, shorter breeds such as Corgis work well with cattle because they�re able to avoid being kicked by their �charges�. Typical examples of herding dogs include Collies, Welsh corgis, Shepherds (i.e. Australian, English, Dutch, German etc.) Koolies, various Sheepdog breeds, and many others. Select this link to view our animal hand blown glass ornaments.

Working Dogs:
A working dog is a general classification of types of dogs who primarily do work for their masters. Some of the jobs they may be given include pulling sleds, tracking, and acting as guides for the visually disabled.

Nonsporting Dogs:
Non sporting dogs are a variety of dogs (such as the Bulldog or Boston Terrier) who may have once been bred to hunt or work for their master(s), but are now just kept as pets.