Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Selfish
Confidence

Jarkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Entlebucher Pits are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Japanese Chin and Yorkshire Terrier

Entlebucher Mountain Dog, American Pit Bull Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
White
Sable
Brown

Red
Sable
Fawn
Brown
White
Black
Pied

Jarkies are known for their coat length.

Entlebucher Pits have short coats.

A Jarkie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Pit can have a litter of 5-8 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.

Jarkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Entlebucher Pits have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Jarkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Entlebucher Pit breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis

Eye Examination
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood Chemistry

Jarkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Entlebucher Pit has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Jarkies have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Entlebucher Pits sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Affection, Walk, Cuddlimg, Play, Love, Kisses, Cuddling

Chase, Eating Snacks, Play

Jarkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jarkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Entlebucher Pits are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jarkie, it's at least 2 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 Pit, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jarkies usually need at least 30 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 Pits 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.

Jarkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Jarkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Entlebucher Pit should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Jarkie feed 0.5 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 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Entlebucher Pit 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 Jarkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Entlebucher Pit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jarkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Pit is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

Jarkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Entlebucher Pits can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Jarkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Entlebucher Pits are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Jarkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Entlebucher Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Jarkies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Entlebucher Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Jarkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Entlebucher Pits are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jarkies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Entlebucher Pits are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Jarkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Entlebucher Pits are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.