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

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

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

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

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

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

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.

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Switzerland

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

mastiff, sennenhund

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

Black
Brown
White

Silkzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Silkzer can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Cataracts
Atopy

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

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Radiography

Heart
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Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Silkzers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Silkzers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkzer, it's at least 7 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 Entlebucher Mountain Dog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkzers usually need at least 15 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 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.

Silkzers 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.

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Silkzer feed 1 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 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.

The average cost of a Silkzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Silkzer 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.

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.

Silkzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

Silkzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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