How to Identify an Entlebucher Mountain Dog

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are cattle dogs that originated in the Swiss Alps and are members of the herding group. [1] Although they have a few characteristics that are similar to other dog breeds, they have several distinguishing characteristics as well. This wikiHow will help you figure out whether or not a dog is an Entlebucher Mountain Dog.

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Noticing the Body Structure

  1. Male Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are usually anywhere from 17–21 inches (43–53 cm) tall, and they typically weigh anywhere from 50–65 pounds (23–29 kg). Females are a little smaller, being anywhere from 16–20 inches (41–51 cm) in height and weighing anywhere from 40–55 pounds (18–25 kg). [2]
  2. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog's head is slightly wedge-shaped, clean, and in harmonious proportion to the rest of the dog's body. [3]
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  3. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs should have ears that aren't too big, and set on high and wide on the dog. When the dog is alert, the ears should be raised slightly and turned forward at the set-on. When the dog is relaxed, the ears should be laying flat and close to the head, forming a close-to-level plane with the dog’s topskull. The cartilage should be well-developed and firm, and the ears should be triangular-shaped and rounded at their tips, with pendulous flaps. [4]
  4. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs should have brown eyes, preferably darker-colored. They should also be almond-shaped and slightly small. [5]
  5. An Entlebucher Mountain Dog may either have a natural or docked tail. In the case of a natural tail, it should be set on in continuation of the dog's gently sloped rump. The tail may be elevated when the dog is in motion, though it should not be curled over the dog's back. [6]
  6. Overall, the Entlebucher Mountain dog should appear strongly-muscled, compact, and elongated, with ample bone. The dog's gait should appear to have free, fluid movement and be ground-covering. [7]
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Viewing the Coat

  1. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog should have a tricolor coat, with basic colors of black and tan (that can range from a fawn to a mahogany color), and white markings, that are as symmetric as possible. You should notice the tan markings on the muzzle, under the tail, on the cheeks, on all 4 legs (situated between the black and white), and on either side of the chest. There should be a small white blaze that runs uninterrupted from the top of the dog's head to over the bridge of their nose (this marking may partially or fully cover the dog's muzzle). There should also be a white uninterrupted marking from the dog's chin to their chest. [8]
  2. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs should have a shiny, short, close-fitting and harsh topcoat, and a dense undercoat that is of varying color. [9]
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Checking Temperament

  1. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is self-confident, only barking when they know there's a specific reason for doing so. [10]
  2. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is very loyal, and they truly love their family a lot. [11]
  3. Because Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are so loyal to their family, they may be standoffish towards and wary of strangers. [12]
  4. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are known to be independent. [13]
  5. Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are very agile and strong, to the point that their level of strength, particularly when it comes to playing, may surprise you. [14]
  6. Although rowdy, Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are very devoted to their family and are happiest when taking care of them. [15]
  7. Like most working dogs, Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are intelligent. However, be aware that this intelligence may make them stubborn, and thus harder to train. [16]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/entlebucher-mountain-dog/
      2. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/entlebucher-mountain-dog/
      3. ↑ https://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/EntlebucherMountainDog.pdf
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      9. ↑ https://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/EntlebucherMountainDog.pdf
      1. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/entlebucher-mountain-dog-temperament/
      2. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/entlebucher-mountain-dog-temperament/
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