Article: BIG FANS OF BIG DOGS Rottweiler fanciers say the breed has gotten an unfair rap

They're huge about 100 pounds and all muscle, with broad chests and shoulders, big heads and lots of smarts. Get a roomful of them together and you are happy the Rottweiler is basically a sweet and gentle animal.

And speaking of roomful, that is just what there was at a recent meeting of the Badger State Rottweiler Fanciers, the only Rottweiler club in the Milwaukee area sanctioned by the American Kennel Club.

The Fanciers offer training each Monday evening at the William Mitchell American Legion Post 388, 3431 W. Lincoln Ave. During the spring and summer, outdoor training is also offered. "Rottweilers are the second most popular breed in America today after Labradors," said Marylou Stott, ...

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