Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Chi-Spaniels are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Chi-Spaniels 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.

United States

Switzerland

Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel

mastiff, sennenhund

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Brindle
Silver
Gray
Fawn
White
Black

Black
Brown
White

A Chi-Spaniel can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

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

Chi-Spaniels typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Allergies
Dry Skin

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Chi-Spaniels are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Chi-Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Entlebucher Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chi-Spaniels need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Chi-Spaniels 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.

Chi-Spaniels 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 Chi-Spaniel, 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 Chi-Spaniels 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.

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.

The Chi-Spaniel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Chi-Spaniel 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 Chi-Spaniel 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 Chi-Spaniel 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.

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

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chi-Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chi-Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chi-Spaniels are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Chi-Spaniels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Chi-Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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