Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Shelesties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Shelesties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

West Highland White Terrier and Shetland Sheepdog

mastiff, sennenhund

1990s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream
White

Black
Brown
White

Wavy

Straight

A Shelestie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Shelesties 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.

Shelesties 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Collie Eye Anomaly

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Blood
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Shelesties 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.

Shelesties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Shelesties 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.

Shelesties 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 Shelestie, it's at least 8 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 Shelesties usually need at least 45 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Shelestie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Shelestie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Shelestie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Shelesties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Shelesties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shelesties 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.

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

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