Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Dutch Shepherd Dog
thrives when given lots of attention. The Entlebucher is a perfect breed for ENGLISH SPRINGER someone who can be a positive leader and - See Spaniel (English Springer) wants an active canine companion. With socialization, they are usually good with EURASIER children, strangers, and other dogs.
Naturally protective, loyal and tireless, this is a dog best paired with a strong, confident, Appearance 16.5-19.5” (42-50 cm) 55-65 lb (25-29.5 kg) active owner. Male is longer than the square-shaped female. Appearance 22-24.5” (55-62 cm) Soft, fluffy chest and blaze, with smooth, 65-67 lb (29.5-30.5 kg) shiny outercoat. Undercoat is soft and dense. The Dutch Shepherd looks much like a Muscular, sturdy body. Symmetrical tricolour German Shepherd, but with three different markings are black, white, and tan, or black, weather-resistant coat variations: short- white, and yellow. Can also have brown, white, and yellow markings. haired, long-haired or wiry/rough-haired. Black with streaks of gold and grey. Quick Facts Quick Facts Exercise Requirements Exercise Requirements Grooming History The Eurasier is a recent breed Grooming Shorthaired Long and Wiry/Rough-haired whose development is credited to Julius ENGLISH FOXHOUND Wipfel of Germany. He crossed the Wolfspitz (Keeshond) with the Chow ENGLISH COCKER SPANIEL Chow, known for his calm, affectionate and - See Spaniel (English Cocker) independent yet loyal nature, and called the resulting dogs Wolf-Chows.
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History When stags grew scarce in the 13th century, aristocratic English hunters turned to pursuing the quick and clever fox. Tracking hounds of the original Bloodhound type lacked enough speed and agility for this livelier chase, so astute breeding produced the lighter and more sure-footed English Foxhound. Records of specialized Foxhound kennels date back to History Originating in the valley of 1696, with 50 more kennels established in Entlebuch in Switzerland, the Entlebucher the next five decades. is the smallest of the four Swiss This handsome breed made its way to North Sennenhunds (mountain dogs). Like all of America in the late 18th century and was the Sennenhund breeds, he is thought to be descended from the large Molossers the predecessor to the American Foxhound, brought to Switzerland by the Romans in Coonhound and other scent hounds. the first century B.C. This hardy Alpine Personality The archetype pack animal, the breed was used primarily for herding cows, English Foxhound is a congenial creature. but also occasionally for hogs and horses. As affectionate as he is, the Foxhound may The Entlebucher was recognized as a not always suit a family home. His lineage separate Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the late 1800s, and received breed club status gives him a powerful instinct, and for this reason, training should start in puppyhood. in 1926. Ancestry almost always ensures that the Personality This strong-muscled, English Foxhound may be happiest in a independent, confident dog is happiest pack, running daily to keep fit for the activity when he is providing work for his family. he loves: the chase. Give him a job to do and he’ll gladly come through! The naturally bob-tailed Appearance 23-25” (58-64 cm) Entlebucher is highly-intelligent and has 65-70 lb (29.5-31.5 kg) the ability to be well-focused, so positive training from an early age is important. Short, dense, glossy coat. Black, tan and Adventurous and determined, this dog is white colour in any combination. a great companion for outdoor activities, Quick Facts sports, hiking, and long city strolls. This Exercise Requirements friendly dog is devoted to his family, Grooming and despite being quite independent, 134
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Some breeders chose to select more for type, neglecting temperament. When these lines were culled from the breed, the remaining dogs became too inbred. To correct this, Wipfel crossed his dogs to Samoyeds because of their friendly temperament and natural vigour. The Zuchmeinschaft für Erasier was founded in 1973; the name was changed to Eurasier, reflecting the combination of European and Asian breeds. The Eurasier was recognized by the CKC in 1995, but remains unrecognized in the United States. Personality The primary goal of Wipfel’s breeding program was to produce a Spitz with a consistently excellent temperament. The resulting even-tempered, friendly, intelligent and calm-natured Eurasier is a supreme family dog. He is neither timid nor aggressive, though he can be aloof with strangers. At home he is deeply attached to his family, and hates to be left alone. Because he was always intended as a companion, the Eurasier does not need a lot of exercise, though regular walks are a necessity to keep him healthy and fit. Appearance 19-24” (48-60 cm) 39-71 lb (18-32 kg) Medium-length, harsh loosely-lying outercoat. Thick undercoat. All colours and colour combinations except pure white, white patches or liver. Quick Facts Exercise Requirements Grooming