The Rottweiler Rode Like Royalty While the Horse Did the Pulling
As the evening light fades, a wooden wagon rolls slowly across the yard with a surprising passenger. A black and tan Rottweiler sits in the back, upright and proud, looking straight ahead as though he is the one in charge. In front, Copper the chestnut horse wears a leather harness and walks steadily, ears alert and eyes forward. Warm lights glow from the neighbor's windows, and tools and pots are scattered along the wooden fence.
Horses have pulled wagons and carts for centuries, and some breeds are famous for it, but it takes careful training, proper equipment and a calm temperament. For a dog riding along, safety comes first. Dogs should be kept secure in vehicles of any kind, and never left to jump from a moving cart. Rottweilers are strong, working-type dogs that were once used to drive cattle and pull carts themselves, so this ride fits their history. Their smart, steady nature responds well to consistent training. If you ever plan an outing like this, ask an experienced trainer to help make it safe for both animals.
The Rottweiler looks like a king in a carriage. The horse looks like he has all the time in the world. As the sky turns dark blue and the porch lights come on, the strangest little parade in the neighborhood rolls quietly home.
