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A black and tan Rottweiler sits on a porch next to a chewed-up khaki baseball cap and looks away. 11 / 27

The Rottweiler Would Not Look at the Baseball Cap on the Porch

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The porch is quiet, and a tough-looking Rottweiler named Tank is looking at everything except the cap. It lies on the weathered boards beside him, chewed full of holes, its brim bent and its stitching coming apart. Tank's black and tan face is turned slightly aside, his amber eyes glancing toward the garden as if the birds in the yard were far more interesting than the evidence sitting at his paws.

Rottweilers are strong, loyal dogs with a confident presence, and they are also known to be affectionate with their families. They like having a job, and they chew with a lot of force, so they need sturdy toys made for powerful jaws. A bored young Rottie will happily chew anything that smells like his person, and a favorite hat is full of that smell.

Chewing is a normal way for dogs to explore, relieve stress and keep their teeth busy. Rather than scolding after the fact, it helps to trade a hat for a toy right away, keep personal items out of reach and give plenty of exercise. Early training and calm routines are especially valuable for strong breeds. Check with your vet if chewing seems constant or starts suddenly.

Tank, meanwhile, is playing it cool. With his head high and his eyes elsewhere, he looks like a guard dog on duty, and the tattered hat is purely a coincidence.

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