Rottweilers, known for their beauty, large hearts, and intelligence, often serve in roles such as search and rescue, as well as guarding or police work due to their capabilities.

Residing in the town of Presto, on the outskirts of England, the Marshall family, particularly Mark and Laura, have had Roxy, their beloved Rottweiler, as part of their lives for many years. Anticipating a typical litter size of around 7 puppies, they were in for a surprise when Roxy gave birth to a larger number.

This marked Roxy’s first litter, and initially, all signs pointed to six puppies. The Marshalls had prepared for the expected litter and provided a comfortable environment for the little ones.

However, as Roxy approached the final weeks of her pregnancy, signs indicated that the time for birth was near. Mark and Laura, witnessing Roxy’s behavior, identified the symptoms and, before they knew it, the first puppy had arrived. The birthing process spanned over 6 hours, with Roxy demonstrating exhaustion as she tended to her offspring.

Roxy, seeking a suitable place to give birth, surprised the family by hiding behind the couch, leading to an unexpected delivery. Six hours later, there were already 13 puppies.

The unexpected situation prompted Mark to go shopping for additional supplies and assistance. While he was out, Laura delivered shocking news—three puppies did not survive. The family was devastated by the loss.

Utilizing his military training, Mark played a crucial role in helping Roxy care for the remaining puppies. They organized the feeding process into two groups of 8, allowing Roxy to rest between sessions to regain strength. Special milk and bottles were employed to ensure each puppy received proper nourishment.