Entlebucher Mountain

Life span: 10 to 13 years

Availability : Easy to get

About Entlebucher mountain dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund or Entlebucher Mountain Dog is the smallest of the four Sennenhunds, a dog type that includes four regional breeds. The name Sennenhund refers to people called Senn, herders in the Swiss Alps. Entlebuch is a municipality in the canton of Lucerne in Switzerland. The breed is also known in English as the Entelbuch Mountain Dog, Entelbucher Cattle Dog, and similar combinations.


The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is the smallest of the four tri-colored Sennenhunds, or “dogs of the Alpine herdsmen.” The others are the Bernese Mountain Dog, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and the Appenzeller Sennenhunde. This breed gets its name from the Entlebuch valley in the Swiss districts of Lucerne and Berne. All Sennenhunds are thought to descend from larger Molosser, or Mastiff-type dogs that came to Switzerland with the Romans several thousands of years ago.

The Entlebucher was accepted into the Swiss Kennel Club Stud Book in 1913. The Swiss Club of Entlebuch Cattle Dogs was founded in August 1926. The breed almost disappeared after World War I. During that period, Entlebuchers were crossed with German Shepherds and other imported dogs, which added genetic diversity but diluted the pureness of the breed. Fortunately, Professor Heim and other mountain dog fanciers in Switzerland, Germany and elsewhere managed to revive this unique breed.

The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a large purebred known for being cheerful, energetic, friendly, independent, intelligent, loyal, and protective.

Visits to Groomer- Low

Drooling-No

Bath-Rare

Tolerance to heat-Get a heatstroke

Tolerance to cold-Loves snow

Exercise Requirement-Lots

Under Coat-Yes

Colour- Tri-color

Coat Type-Hard hair

Hair Length-Flowing

Hair Density-Sparse

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are fairly healthy dogs, with an average life span of 10 to 12 years. However, they have been extremely inbred. Breed health concerns include :-

Hip dysplasia

Hemolytic anemia

Cataracts

progressive Retinal atrophy

Ear infection

Temperament
Prized for its agreeable nature, intelligence and devotion to family, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog makes a wonderful companion, especially for active, outdoorsy people. Entlebuchers are smart, friendly, agile and extremely loyal. They have an excellent work ethic; given a job to do, they transform from a high-spirited playmate to a tireless worker of commanding presence. In general, they are playful and good with children.


Training & Intelligence

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are highly intelligent, which makes them very trainable. However, they are strong-willed, which can make them challenging for first-time dog owners. Entlebuchers should be socialized from birth, to ensure that they remain friendly and well-mannered. They are deceptively strong for their size and are resistant to pain. Entlebuchers need consistent, reward-based, positive reinforcement during training.


Breeding
Litter Size- 7 to 8 puppies (approximately)

Complication in Breeding-No

Procreation
Entlebucher are generally a healthy breed and their breeding does not have many complications attached. A dog takes around 18 months to reach his or her full height and structure. It is advisable to breed your dogs after at least two years of age. If you are a first timer at breeding then taking vets help is advisable. You just sit back and enjoy the company of seven to eight adorable little puppies. An average litter size of the breed.