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Name	Elo	English Shepherd	Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Origins	Germany	England	Switzerland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
Popularity Rank	490	298	152
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German Elo Dog	Farm Collie	Entelbucher Cattle Dog Entlebucher Entlebucher Sennenhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Elo or English Shepherd or English Shepherd? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (13.6-20.4 kg), Female: 26.9-41.9 pounds (12.2-19 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	55-66 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	60.5 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	19-20 inches (48-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is easier than average to get.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	Elo dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Elo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Happy Obedient	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable	Independent Agile Loyal Devoted Selfish Confidence
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Elo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Average: Elo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Elo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Elo dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	The Elo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Low to Average: The Elo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Elo breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Elo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Elo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Entlebucher Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Elo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Elo dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elos are commonly healthy dogs.	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Elo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Entlebucher Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Elo, English Shepherd and Entlebucher Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Elo: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Entlebucher Mountain Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Entlebucher Mountain Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog energy level comparison:	Elo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Elo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Elo has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Thick	Fluffy Silky	Shiny
Colors What are the original Elo, English Shepherd and Entlebucher Mountain Dog color?	Black Red Blue White Sable Brindle Liver Chocolate Merle Lilac Gold Red Merle Sable Merle	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan White Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Elo or English Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Elo dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Elo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Elo is an average drooler. See more.	The English Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Elo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Elo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Elo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Yes Elo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Elo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No English Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Entlebucher Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Elos are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Elo or English Shepherd or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog?	Not really Elo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Elo and English Shepherd and Entlebucher Mountain Dog have?	8-10 puppies	5-8 puppies, average 6	7-8 puppies
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Elo vs English Shepherd vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation	No data available

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