Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Spirited
Faithful

Choose an Entlebucher Mountain Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Bully Wheatens as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Switzerland

United States

mastiff, sennenhund

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Bulldog

1800s

Unknown

An Entlebucher Mountain Dog can have a litter of 11-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bully Wheaten can have a litter of 5-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bully Wheatens are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bully Wheatens typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Cataracts
Lysosomal Storage Disease
Cutaneous Asthenia

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bully Wheatens are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Entlebucher Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bully Wheaten has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bully Wheatens need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bully Wheatens have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bully Wheatens are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Bully Wheatens require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bully Wheatens make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Bully Wheatens make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bully Wheatens are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bully Wheatens are highly friendly around strangers.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bully Wheatens have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bully Wheatens are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.