Appearance of the Entlebucher Pit
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| At first glance, the medium size, thick frame and muscular build best describe the Entlebucher Pit. These hybrids tend to have medium-length muzzles, broad shoulders, slender bodies and alert eyes. They come in a variety of colors, including tan, black and white, have a variety of markings, and the markings are often more patchy. Ears can be fully folded back or partially folded back, eyes can be set far apart on the skull, and tails can be strong and of medium length. The coat will be dense and most likely smooth. |
Temperament of the Entlebucher Pit
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| An intelligent and cheerful companion, the Entlebucher Pit is a loyal, protective and energetic breed of dog that can cope very well with children and other pets when supervised. As these dogs are quite large, they can sometimes unknowingly be rough with small animals and young children. In addition, some Entlebucher Pits can become stubborn or bossy and may not tolerate children who irritate them too much. Socialization and training from an early age are the best tools for managing your dog's temperament. With foreigners, keep in mind that these breeds originate from dogs that tend to guard or protect owners or flocks. Your Entlebucher Pit hybrid can be quite wary of strangers and may tend to bark at them. |
Needs and activities of the Entlebucher Pit
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| The Entlebucher Pit comes from a relatively active breed of sheepdog known as the Entlebuch Cattle Dog. This parent breed tends to have higher energy requirements than the American Pit Bull, as they were bred to run for miles. The parent American Pit Bull Terrier adds the desire for energy expenditure in the form of rapid acceleration, so recreation in a secure enclosed space will be welcome. Your hybrid will need a minimum of two walks a day for at least an hour a day, and the Entlebucher Pit could even accommodate more. Not all dogs are competent running partners, keep this in mind because of the influence of the American Pit Bull. Its stamina is not the same as that of the Entlebuch Cattle Dog's parent. |
Maintenance of the Entlebucher Pit
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| The Entlebucher Pit is a low-maintenance dog, with a relatively short, dense coat that only needs brushing with a soft bristle brush once a week. These hybrids won't need to be bathed often, perhaps once a month or once every 2 months. For the most part, owners can use dry shampoo or a damp cloth to clean their hybrids. As with all dogs, general maintenance requirements include ear cleaning every 4 to 6 weeks or as recommended by a veterinarian, teeth cleaning every few days and nail trimming as needed, with an active dog he can wear down his nails naturally. |
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