Trainer & behaviourist Colin Spence joins The Yappy Hour host Nathan Dunleavy to share his expert Rottweiler guide — from temperament and trust-based training to enrichment, arousal management, body language, and breeder research. Whether you share life with a Rottie or are simply breed-curious, this is a practical, myth-busting conversation.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome & why Rottweilers are misunderstood

03:12 Colin’s story: falling in love with the breed

07:10 Temperament: loyal, people-oriented, emotionally soft

12:25 Trust-first puppy work: confidence > commands

16:58 Reading body language in large guardian breeds

22:40 Enrichment that works: freedom, scenting & tug play

28:55 Arousal vs. pain: what guardians should look for

34:20 Media myths & shifting the narrative

40:10 Is a Rottweiler right for you? Lifestyle & breeder tips

46:05 Daily routines: purpose, presence & calm leadership

51:20 Where to find Colin & final takeaways

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