"King of the hill!!!"
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog may be slightly smaller than other Swiss Mountain Dogs, but they pack a powerful punch. These hard-working pups have endless energy and an unbeatable work ethic. Their days involve protecting their family, chasing animals around the yard, and getting their blood pumping for hours on end.
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are brave, hard-working, and guarded. They love having a job to do, especially if it involves keeping their family or territory safe. Their protectiveness, caution around strangers, and deep bark make them great watchdogs. In fact, they love climbing on top of the couch or the highest spot in the room to keep an eye on things from above.
Entlebuchers have double coats of short, thick fur. Their hair is usually black, white, and rust-colored, but other color combinations are possible too, such as blue, white, and tan tri-color, or rust and white bi-color. These dogs shed frequently, especially in spring when they lose their winter coat. However, their hair is easy to maintain. All they need is a good brushing each week to stay looking and feeling good.
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog does best in a home where they can be involved in all activities and keep an eye on the family. They’re very kid-friendly and consider themselves the child’s protector. Entlebuchers are large dogs, though, and should be watched around small children. Their protectiveness extends to other cats and dogs in the home, but they are not as fond of animals outside of their family. The Entlebucher’s herding instincts may kick in and make it more likely to chase and play rough.
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs were bred to herd cows, so they’re used to running around a lot. Even if they are not part of the farm life, they need an owner who can keep up with their exercise needs. These dogs need a few hours of walking, running around, or playing hard each day. They also love having a job to do, so the busier you can keep them, the better.