Unfortunately, the Entlebucher Mountain Dog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cairnoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Fearless
Assertive
Faithful
Instinctual

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cairnoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

Cairnoodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Switzerland

United States

mastiff, sennenhund

Poodle and Cairn Terrier

1800s

1990s

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 Cairnoodle can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Cairnoodles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

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

Cairnoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Cairnoodle 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.

Cairnoodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Cairnoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Cairnoodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Cairnoodles 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 Dog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cairnoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Cairnoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cairnoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Cairnoodles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Cairnoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.