Labrottie
Designer Mixed Breed - Labrador Retriever x Rottweiler - Loyal and Powerful
70-115 lbsWeight
22-27 inHeight
9-12 yrsLifespan
Black and Tan, Black, Yellow, MahoganyColors
Designer Mixed Breed - Labrador Retriever x Rottweiler - Loyal and Powerful
The Labrottie is a designer crossbreed that blends two distinct dogs: the Labrador Retriever, the friendly, world-favorite gundog, and the Rottweiler, a confident Roman-descended guardian. Breeders combine the two hoping to pair the Labrador Retriever's best traits — easygoing, people-loving nature — with the Rottweiler's devoted, self-assured guardian instinct, all in one companion.
As a first-generation mix, the Labrottie is not a standardized breed, so puppies — even littermates — can vary in size, coat, and personality depending on which parent they take after. Most are very large dogs, typically weighing around the range shown above. The best way to picture an individual Labrottie is to get to know both parent breeds.
As a first-generation mix, the Labrottie is not a standardized breed, so puppies — even littermates — can vary in size, coat, and personality depending on which parent they take after. Most are very large dogs, typically weighing around the range shown above. The best way to picture an individual Labrottie is to get to know both parent breeds.
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Labrotties tend to be friendly, outgoing, and eager to please — and, from the Rottweiler side, loyal, calm, and protective. From its Labrador Retriever parent it often inherits an easygoing, people-loving nature, while the Rottweiler contributes a devoted, self-assured guardian instinct. The blend usually makes an affectionate, family-oriented companion, but because temperament can lean either way, early socialization and consistent, positive handling are important to bring out the best of both parents.
This is an energetic mix that needs a solid hour or more of vigorous exercise every day, plus mental challenges to stay happy. Long walks, running, active play, and training games all help burn off its energy — without enough outlet it can become bored and destructive.
The coat is low-maintenance — a weekly brush and occasional bath are usually enough. Stay consistent with nail trims, ear checks, and dental care, which matter for dogs of every coat type.
The Labrottie responds best to patient, consistent, reward-based training and early socialization. Short, upbeat sessions work better than repetition or heavy correction. Establishing clear, kind boundaries early helps it grow into a well-adjusted companion.
Mixed-breed dogs often enjoy some 'hybrid vigor,' but the Labrottie can still inherit any of the health conditions common to its parent breeds. Owners should be aware of hip and elbow dysplasia, a tendency to gain weight, and heart conditions. Buying from a breeder who health-tests both the Labrador Retriever and the Rottweiler parents, keeping your dog at a healthy weight, and staying current with routine veterinary care are the best ways to support a long, healthy life.
| Stage | Daily Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy | 1-2.5 cups | 3 meals/day |
| Adult | 1.5-3 cups | 2 meals/day |
| Senior | Reduce 10-20% | Joint support |
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Puppy | $500-$1,500 |
| Monthly Food | $70-$120 |
| Annual Vet | $500-$1,200 |
Labrotties often inherit the Rottweiler muscular build with Lab energy and playfulness - creating genuinely powerful dogs that can pull significant weight.
Labs love water instinctively; some Rottweilers also enjoy swimming. Labrotties are often enthusiastic swimmers that need little encouragement to jump in.