Rottweilers, known for their lineage as robust working dogs descended from Roman Mastiffs, are typically seen as bold and unshakable. Yet imagine this: a large, self-assured Rottie completely immobilized by a pint-sized puppy, so tiny she barely matched the size of his head.
As improbable as it sounds, this particular Rottweiler wouldn’t budge from the couch, all because of the relentless charm of a new furry companion.
Eventually, his nervousness faded, and the two built a connection that remains strong to this day.
A Couch Becomes His Fortress
Dozer, a Rottweiler living in Claremore, Oklahoma, shared a peaceful life with his canine sister, Lilah. Their days followed a calm and predictable rhythm, until their owner, Kimberly Ward, decided to introduce a new member to the household.
That newcomer was Daisy, a small but spirited French Bulldog with a bold personality. From the moment she entered the home, Daisy was determined to capture Dozer’s attention.
“The first couple of days, he was kind of scared of her,” Kimberly Ward told The Dodo. “She was so tiny and outgoing and charismatic … She wanted to play with him all the time, but he didn’t know that he could be a puppy.”
Dozer didn’t know how to handle Daisy’s boundless energy. Each time she bounced toward him, he retreated, which only made her more eager to engage.
Eventually, Dozer discovered the couch as his refuge. It was just high enough to keep Daisy at bay and became his go-to spot for escaping her playful advances.
For several days, the couch served as his fortress, shielding him from the tiny whirlwind of enthusiasm below.
A Persistent Pup Breaks Through His Walls
Daisy wasn’t about to give up. She circled Dozer, pawed at him, and barked with playful determination until he finally gave in.
“The first time that he ran with her and figured out that she would chase him, it was on,” Ward said. “He figured out that he could be interactive with her.”
From that moment forward, everything changed. Daisy’s energy far exceeded Dozer’s, but he did his best to keep up.
They began chasing each other through the house, sprinting across the yard, and even playing hide-and-seek beneath the bed.
What stood out most was Dozer’s instinctive gentleness. Despite his size and strength, he adjusted his movements to match Daisy’s tiny frame.
“He knew that he was supposed to be gentle with her and that she was tiny,” Ward explained.
Through her persistence, Daisy awakened a side of Dozer that had long been dormant. Her way of showing affection was through play, and Dozer responded with warmth and joy.
Welcoming A New Member To The Pack
Though Dozer and Daisy had become inseparable, Ward sensed Daisy might benefit from a companion with similar energy.
That’s when Mocha, affectionately nicknamed “Mini Mo,” joined the family. Another French Bulldog quickly fit into the household dynamic.
From the beginning, Daisy adored Mocha.
“I bet they play and wrestle and run and chase each other two or three hours a day,” Ward said. “It’s incredible.”
Mocha eventually mellowed, preferring cuddles to constant activity, but she still enjoyed playing with her Rottweiler siblings.
Dozer, always the gentle giant, sometimes let Mocha win during their tug-of-war matches.
Together, the trio formed a close-knit group, each with their own personality, yet united by love and companionship.
When asked if another dog might join the family, Ward laughed and said, “There’s always the possibility of a tinier sister or brother.” And for Dozer and Daisy, there’s no such thing as too many playmates.