Known since the days of ancient Rome, this breed of dog turns out to be the smallest among the four breeds belonging to the Swiss mountain dogs. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog, which the Alpine shepherds used to graze and drive cattle, is also an excellent companion and guardian. Dogs of this working breed are extremely rare in both Europe and the United States.
Characteristic
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a muscular, strong and compact breed of medium size. It is an agile, alert, and extremely agile dog. The Entlebucher possesses friendliness, intelligence, as well as strength and resilience.
Character
Entlebucher Mountain Dog is not recommended for those dog breeders who have a pet for the first time or do not have sufficient experience. He is friendly, extremely attached to his family, and shows exceptional devotion. Dogs of this breed are very bored alone; they should not be left unattended for a long time. The Entlebucher dog gets along quite well with older children. Good for other dogs and pets. These dogs are excellent watchdogs and at the slightest suspicious sounds or phenomena immediately raise loud barks.
Wool and care
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is covered with shiny, coarse, dense and short hair. Shedding medium intensity. You should not get this dog if you live in a country with a warm or hot climate. In order to remove dead and fallen hairs, it is recommended to periodically brush the dog with a stiff brush with stable bristles. You can bathe her if necessary. It is very important not to overfeed this breed, trim nails regularly and ensure dental hygiene. The most common diseases are progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, and hip dysplasia.
Training
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a stubborn, determined dog that requires constant training and an experienced owner. Early socialization and general training are essential. The Entlebucher Dog is very intelligent and seeks to earn the praise of its master. Training should be conducted with firmness, fairness and consistency.
Activity
A dog of this breed is not recommended for those people who live in a city apartment or are used to leading a sedentary lifestyle. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog requires a significant amount of physical activity and mental stimulation. It makes the perfect companion for jogging, hiking or playing saucer. But it is even better if he has at his disposal a vast and reliably fenced yard or farm, where there is a work habitual for this breed.
