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, Scottish Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Independent
Alert
Quick
Playful
Selfish

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

Scottish Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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.

Scottish Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Switzerland

Scotland

mastiff, sennenhund

skye, cairn, west highland white terriers

Herding (AKC:2011)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
Brindle

Straight

Wiry

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 Scottish Terrier can have a litter of 11-13 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.

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

Scottish Terriers 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

Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Scottie Cramp
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Scottish Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Scottish Terriers 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.

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

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Scottish Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Entlebucher Mountain Dog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scottish Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Entlebucher Mountain Dogs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Scottish Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Scottish Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Entlebucher Mountain Dog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 19-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Scottish Terrier feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Entlebucher Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Scottish Terrier is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Entlebucher Mountain Dog is between $56 - $77. This makes an average of $672 - $924 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Scottish Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Scottish Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Scottish Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Scottish Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Scottish Terriers 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.

Scottish Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.