Entlebuch Cattle Dog
Other names: Entlebucher Mountain Dog, Entelbucher Cattle Dog, Entlebucher
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a herding dog closely related to the Appenzeller Sennenhund. Both of these types of dog have been and are still used by the Senn people of Switzerland who breed them for their agility, resilience and loyalty. The breed has a great many supporters around the world but the majority of Entlebuchers are still only seen in Switzerland.
Key facts about the Entlebuch Cattle Dog
Origins and history
This dog is thought to be descended from a general Sennenhund breed brought to Switzerland by Roman armies in the first years of the first millennium. The dog as it is known today was first recorded in 1889 and it was often mistaken for the Appenzeller Sennenhund because of the similar appearance of the two dogs. The breed was almost extinguished during the First World War but is now gaining popularity around the world.
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 2 - Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs
Section
Section 3 : Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs
Physical characteristics of the Entlebuch Cattle Dog
Adult size
Female : Between 17 and 19 in
Male : Between 17 and 20 in
Weight
Female : Between 31 and 49 lb
Male : Between 31 and 49 lb
Coat colour
Basic colours most often seen of this dog are black, tan and white in a tricolour pattern.
Type of coat
Topcoat short, harsh and shiny; undercoat dense and wavy.
Eye colour
Dark brown to hazel.
Description
A square-shaped yet well-proportioned dog is the Entlebucher. Its ears are small and triangular set high on the dog’s powerful and robust skull. The muzzle is strong and powerful. The dog is covered in abundant tricolour fur.
Good to know
Although suspicious around strangers the Entlebucher is said to be exceptionally loyal and gentle with its family. Gentle persuasion and patience will ensure that its meetings with new people are not troublesome.