While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

Agile
Independent
Selfish
Confidence
Devoted
Loyal

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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.

Portugal

Switzerland

poodle

mastiff, sennenhund

700 BC

1800s

Working (AKC:1983)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2011)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown

Black
Brown
White

Portuguese Water Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Entlebucher Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Portuguese Water Dog 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.

While Portuguese Water Dog dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 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 Portuguese Water Dogs usually need at least 60 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 Portuguese Water Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog feed 2.5 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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