Dedicated to Preserving the Total Rottweiler

The American Rottweiler Verein (ARV) is an American organization established in 1989 that is similar to the Allgemeiner Deutscher Rottweiler Klub (ADRK) of Germany. Both the ADRK and the International Canine Federation (FCI) use the same internationally recognized standard describing the ideal Rottweiler. The ARV chose to adopt the January 16, 1996, FCI standard as well.

Since its inception, in 1907, the ADRK has been successful in maintaining the conformation and the working temperament of the Rottweiler in Germany. By preserving the Rottweiler of the past, the ADRK represents the correct Rottweiler of the present. The ARV shares this goal, which accounts for our motto, "Dedicated to Preserving the Total Rottweiler."

Besides being a national breed club, sponsoring both conformation and Schutzhund events, the ARV also maintains a Körbuch (stud book), issues Ahnentafels (registration and pedigree certificates similar to the ADRK), and offers the titles ZTP, BBT and Körung (breeding suitability test), as well as the Ausdauerprufung (AD), a 12.5 mile endurance test, and the Begleithund (BH), a basic obedience title. The ARV credentials judges to preside over conformation and working events. The ARV also uses "guest" judges who are recognized by the FCI or AKC. The ARV maintains kennel and litter registration records.

The ARV also maintains a "Point System" to recognize success in the conformation and working arenas. Championship points are also awarded to winning conformation dogs; after a dog has been awarded five Championship points, the dog is certified as an "ARV Champion," providing special recognition as well as entry into the Sieger class when the dog has attained at least a ZTP or a Schutzhund I title.

The American Rottweiler Verein offers:

Updated: 4-12-2013