Puppies Are Born
February 19, 2026
1 Male & 2 Females
This repeat breeding between Italian Stallion and Herra unites two of DKV’s strongest producers, known for consistency in structure, temperament, and breed type. Their previous litter demonstrated exceptional balance, correct conformation, stable temperament, and confident presence. This pairing reflects intentional, generational planning, reinforcing the long-term standards behind every DKV Rottweiler.
This breeding represents a continuation of a pairing that has already proven itself within the DKV program. Italian Stallion and Herra have previously produced a litter demonstrating the qualities we prioritize when planning long-term breeding decisions: correct structure, balanced proportions, stable temperament, and the confident working presence expected of the Rottweiler breed.
Rather than introducing new combinations prematurely, repeat breedings are occasionally maintained when a pairing consistently produces the type of dog we are working to preserve. The previous litter from this combination demonstrated strong bone, proper head structure, correct toplines, and balanced movement, along with steady, clear temperaments suitable for family environments while maintaining the natural confidence characteristic of the breed.
Italian Stallion contributes substantial structure, masculine breed type, and confident presence. Herra complements this with excellent maternal influence, stable temperament, and balanced conformation. Together, they represent bloodlines that have been carefully evaluated and incorporated into the program through deliberate generational planning.
Litters such as this are not planned around availability or demand. Each pairing reflects long-term breeding goals focused on producing Rottweilers that represent the breed correctly in structure, temperament, and overall stability.
Families following this litter should understand that placement decisions are made carefully to ensure the right match between each puppy and its future home. As with all DKV litters, reservations are structured through the DKV Buyer Readiness Experience, and placement guidance is provided once puppies reach the appropriate developmental stage.
This repeat breeding continues the long-term work behind the DKV program, reinforcing the consistency and predictability that comes from thoughtful planning across generations.
From birth through the first eight weeks of development, each litter is documented through weekly updates and photos. These updates provide families with a transparent look at how the puppies grow, develop, and interact during their earliest stages of life.
Herra’s pregnancy progressed beautifully, and she fully embraces the extra pampering and nourishment along the way. Italian Stallion × Herra remains one of our most proven pairings, and we are proud to welcome their newborn puppies.
Herra has safely delivered her puppies!
Herra carried very large throughout her pregnancy and maintained a noticeably elevated appetite, which often suggests a bigger litter. Labor was steady and extended, with about an hour and a half between each puppy’s arrival. To our surprise, she delivered one male and two females.
While this litter is smaller than anticipated, each puppy is chunky, strong, and nursing beautifully. Herra has always loved being a mother. Even with past offspring, she eagerly continued caring for them well beyond the usual weaning stage. True to form, she is fully in her mommy mode now, keeping her babies close, warm, and content, and she looks completely at peace.
Congratulations to our DKV families who reserved from this pairing. We are grateful to finalize this phenomenal and proven combination with three beautiful, healthy puppies.
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The first week of life is intentionally quiet and uneventful, which is exactly how it should be.
Herra continues to demonstrate why she is considered one of the most reliable and attentive mothers in the DKV program. She keeps the puppies close to her at all times, carefully maintaining warmth and making sure each puppy nurses regularly. Her calm and attentive maternal behavior ensures the litter remains comfortable, secure, and properly cared for throughout the day and night.
With only one male and two females in this litter, each puppy receives frequent nursing opportunities and they are growing quickly. At this stage they already resemble little bear cubs, round and well fed as they continue their early development.
During the first week of life, puppies are still unable to see or hear. Their eyes and ears remain sealed while their neurological systems continue developing. Because of this, nearly their entire day is spent sleeping, often more than twenty two hours each day.
Their routine is very simple. They wake briefly to nurse, Herra stimulates them, and they quickly return to sleep. This cycle repeats continuously as their bodies focus on early growth and development.
While the first week does not bring much visible activity, it is one of the most important stages in the puppies’ development. They are doing exactly what they should be doing right now, staying warm, eating well, and growing steadily.
Beginning with this litter, we will also be sharing regular video updates instead of relying only on photos posted here. Short videos are now being recorded approximately every two days so families can watch the puppies develop in real time.
New video updates will be posted on our social platforms on Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. These updates will give families a closer look at the puppies’ growth and help everyone feel more connected to the process as the litter develops.
Families who would like to follow the video updates can visit our social pages:
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DKVRottweilers/
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Instagram
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TikTok
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The second week of life always brings a few small but exciting changes as the puppies continue their early development.
Herra continues to be an exceptional mother and remains extremely attentive to her three babies. She spends most of her time with them in the whelping box, feeding them regularly and keeping them clean and comfortable. What we enjoy most is how interested she seems when we pick the puppies up. She often watches closely as we admire them, almost as if she enjoys showing off her babies. With only three puppies in the litter, each one receives constant attention and plenty of nursing time, which has resulted in very full, chunky, and content little puppies.
The most exciting milestone this week is that their eyes have begun to open. One morning Angel and I came in to check on the litter and all three puppies were looking back at us with their eyes halfway open. It is always one of the first big moments in a litter’s development and a reminder that they are quickly moving into their next stage of growth. We captured individual videos of each puppy so families can see their new little eyes beginning to open.
Their ears are still mostly sealed at this point, but they are also beginning to crack slightly and will continue opening over the coming days. Hearing will gradually follow as their sensory systems continue developing.
The puppies are also beginning to move around a little more each day. While they are still very young, they have started to waddle around the whelping box with more purpose and coordination than they did during the first week. Watching them learn these small movements and gain confidence week by week is always one of the most enjoyable parts of raising a litter.
Aside from these early milestones, their daily routine remains very simple. They are still sleeping well over twenty-two hours each day, waking briefly to nurse before quickly returning to sleep. Even though they are awake for only short periods of time, their bodies are doing an incredible amount of development during this stage.
We will continue documenting the litter through the DKV Litter Journal, where short video updates are posted approximately every two days. These videos allow families to follow along as the puppies grow and reach new milestones each week.
Families who would like to follow the video updates can visit our social pages here.
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DKVRottweilers/
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DKVRottweiler/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/DKVRottweilers/#
TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@contacrhp5n
The puppies are now three weeks old and continuing to develop beautifully.
Their eyes and ears are both open now, and they are becoming much more aware of what’s going on around them. They are starting to move around the whelping box more each day, even though they’re still a little wobbly on their feet. It’s always fun to watch this stage as they begin interacting more with each other and exploring their little world.
This litter continues to impress us with their size and overall beauty. They are strong, healthy puppies and developing exactly the way we like to see at this stage.
Herra continues to be an incredible mother. She is attentive, patient, and very devoted to the litter, which always makes a big difference during these early weeks.
We took their three-week photos this week, and while the puppies weren’t exactly thrilled about the photo session, they handled it well. You could definitely tell they were ready to get back into their warm whelping box once we were finished.
Overall, the litter is doing excellent, and we’re looking forward to watching them continue to grow and develop over the coming weeks.
The puppies are now four weeks old and becoming much more active.
They’re moving around the whelping box with a lot more confidence now, and their coordination continues to improve each day. What used to be wobbly steps has turned into steady movement, and they are starting to explore more of their space and interact more with each other.
This is the stage where their personalities really begin to show. We’re seeing more play, more curiosity, and more awareness of their environment as they continue to develop.
This litter continues to impress us with their size, structure, and overall beauty. They are strong, healthy puppies and progressing exactly the way we like to see.
Herra is still doing an excellent job and continues to be very attentive with them. She’s a natural mother, and it shows in how well the puppies are doing.
We did not post videos last week as I was watching my grandson while his parents were out of the country, but we’re back this week. You’ll see their first interaction with toys on our social media, which is always a fun milestone to watch as they start engaging with new things.
Angel will also be introducing food for the first time this week, which is another big step. We’ll be sharing that as well, so make sure to watch for those videos.
Overall, the litter is doing excellent, and we’re looking forward to another big week of development.
The puppies are now three weeks old and continuing to develop beautifully.
Their eyes and ears are both open now, and they are becoming much more aware of what’s going on around them. They are starting to move around the whelping box more each day, even though they’re still a little wobbly on their feet. It’s always fun to watch this stage as they begin interacting more with each other and exploring their little world.
This litter continues to impress us with their size and overall beauty. They are strong, healthy puppies and developing exactly the way we like to see at this stage.
Herra continues to be an incredible mother. She is attentive, patient, and very devoted to the litter, which always makes a big difference during these early weeks.
We took their three-week photos this week, and while the puppies weren’t exactly thrilled about the photo session, they handled it well. You could definitely tell they were ready to get back into their warm whelping box once we were finished.
Overall, the litter is doing excellent, and we’re looking forward to watching them continue to grow and develop over the coming weeks.
The puppies are now six weeks old and full of personality.
They are very active, playful, and confident at this stage. The litter spends a lot of time interacting with each other — playing, exploring, and testing boundaries as they continue to develop.
Their coordination and movement have come a long way, and they’re navigating their space with ease now. They’re also becoming much more engaged with everything around them, which is always a great sign at this stage.
They are doing excellent with puppy food and continue to grow quickly. This litter has really stood out in terms of size, structure, and overall presence, and that continues to show more each week.
We are continuing to give them more opportunities to be outside of the whelping area, and they are very curious and confident when exploring new spaces and experiences.
Herra is still doing a great job with them. She remains patient and attentive, while naturally starting to give them a little more independence as they grow.
The puppies will be heading to the vet soon for their first vaccine and health documentation. We will begin the puppy selection process next week, and once selections are complete, we will move into finalizing paperwork.
Please be sure to have all owner information submitted, and we will also need to finalize pickup or delivery arrangements as we get closer to go-home time.
The puppies are now seven weeks old, and selections have officially been completed.
Congratulations to both families on your new DKV Rottweiler addition. I am confident you will be very pleased — this litter has been phenomenal and impressive in every way.
They are social, curious, and love exploring their environment. They enjoy being picked up and handled, and overall they are just the sweetest puppies.
All puppies received a clean bill of health. They passed their physical exams with no concerns — no heart murmurs detected, no hernias detected, and fecal tests came back negative for worms and parasites. Each puppy has been issued their health certificate and will be ready for their new homes this week.
The puppies are now fully weaned off of Herra and are doing great on their puppy kibble. It should be a very smooth transition continuing them on kibble at home. Herra still enjoys interacting with them, although we do have to stop her from trying to nurse them. lol.
I will be preparing the purchase contracts starting tomorrow, so expect those this week. Once received, simply review, sign, and return. AKC registrations will also be transferred, and that will complete everything on our end.
Thank you again for trusting DKV Rottweilers. We are excited for you to meet your new additions.
DKV Rottweiler puppies are delivered to their new forever homes! Congratulations to all our DKV familes nationwide!
This litter was produced by the Italian Stallion × Herra breeding within the DKV Rottweilers program.
Families interested in future litters are encouraged to learn more about how our program operates and how Rottweiler puppies are placed with families through the structured reservation process.
