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, Zuchons 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
Playful
Happy
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

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

Zuchons 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.

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

Switzerland

United States

mastiff, sennenhund

Shih Tzu, Bichon Frise

1800s

1990s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
Cream
Red
Pied
White
Fawn
Gray

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Zuchons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

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 Zuchon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Allergies
Liver Disease
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hearing and Ear Tests
Urine Sample
Physical and Neurologic Exam

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

Zuchons' 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.

Zuchon 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.

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

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

Zuchons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Zuchons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Zuchon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Zuchon, 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 Zuchons 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.

Zuchons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Entlebucher Mountain Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Zuchon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
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 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Zuchon feed 1.5 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 Zuchon is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Zuchon 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 Dog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Zuchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Zuchons 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.

Zuchons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Zuchons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Zuchons 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.

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

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

Zuchons 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.

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