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Farah of Wildhorn was bred in Europe with Obelix Szjarwa of Warsaw, Poland. Obelix is Polish and German Champion.

My Grandsons Kane & Max live nearby and they are my very important "puppy socializers".

Obelix Szjarwa

Obi & Farah

(Farah had just gotten off of the plane and was somewhat less than delighted to meet Obi, and in the rain! )

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Entlebuchers are wonderful dogs in the right home situation with a knowledgeable, experienced owner who is willing to put the time and energy into proper training. Unfortunately, many people see only the Simon and Schuster Guide to Dogs quote, “it is extremely strict with cows but extraordinarily gentle with children” and then “and inclined above all to playing with children, and, if necessary, defending them” - they fall in love. Although Entles are/can be great family pets, they are often “too much dog”, and too active or challenging for inexperienced families. The adolescent Entlebucher pup, without proper “parenting” can develop dominant behaviors that are not acceptable.

Often toddlers are overwhelmed and frightened when a puppy "herds" them by nipping heels, "mouthing" them and jumping on them. Children five and older are better able to deal with that kind of "attention." Also families with prior successful puppy raising experience are not as surprised or overwhelmed with typical herding puppy behavior.

Unfortunately, inappropriate placements often result in the return of the dog to the breeder or removal to foster care. These situations are very traumatic for both dog and family.

If possible, visit someone with Entlebuchers and ask questions. Most owners love to show off their dogs. I love to have visitors. If you live in my region, let me know if you want to meet with some Entles "up close and personal".

On rare occasion an older Entlebucher or older pup may be available for rehoming due to incompatibility with the family, family problems or a change in the buyers life circumstances. In those cases I take the Entlebucher back, evaluate the dog to determine the most appropriate type of home for that particular Entle and then place him/her.