Entlebucher Puppies Blog

The Entlebucher is still one of the rarer dog breeds. Due to some unfortunate inbreeding that occurred in early 1900s, since the number of the breed decreased substantially, a few congenital defects came to be. These genetic defects include: hip Dysplasia and Hemolytic anemia. Other health issues to look out for include eye problems and orthopedic problems. Although it is hard to look out for some of the genetic ailments, there are some things that an owner can do to alleviate symptoms or postpone the problems. These include:

- Opt for an all nature diet, that is called a BARF diet. Its aim is to only give organic and natural foods to your dog. Larger dogs react particlularly well to this, since it has been know to have a good effect on the joint and bone development of dogs. Food for thought, isn’t it?

- Steet cleer of stairs in the first 2 years of your dogs’s life. This will help the bones and joints develop naturally, without having extra strain put on them. Hip and elbow Dysplasia comes about very much due to the improper development of joints and bones. By steering clear of stairs, pressure is not put on them, and this helps your Entlebucher, even if genetically they are prone to developing Dysplasia.

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