Elo Breed description: Character & Co

What are typical character traits of the Elo?

1. Agreeable,
2. affectionate and
3. child-friendly:

This describes the Elo's character in a few words. The breeding goal, namely to create a companion suitable for the family, has been absolutely successful. If you have children, they will be happy about having such a good-natured playmate. The Elo can adapt to any kind of keeping condition and feels content in the country as well as in the city. Because it has no hunting instinct, you can safely let it run without a leash wherever it is allowed. You will never have problems with this four-legged friend in dog off-leash areas, as it does not show any dominance or aggressiveness towards other dogs. Although the Elo likes to orientate themselves towards their owners, a consistent upbringing is required, as with all breeds. This provided, the Elo will willingly subordinate itself and you will be able to take it to restaurants, on vacation and even to work. If you get them used to it from a young age, you can also leave them alone for a while. Even though the Elo will show itself quiet and calm in the house, they have a strong urge to move. It needs to be exercised every day, no matter the weather condition. As soon as it has finished growing (when it is around one year old), it will gladly accompany you on a run or a bike ride. This clever animal also likes to learn tricks and makes a good impression when dog dancing or doing agility.

What are typical diseases of the Elo?

As the Szobries breeders have always put health first, breed typical diseases are hardly represented. Breeding animals that are prone to developing the following diseases are excluded from breeding:

• Hip Joint Dysplasia
• Eye diseases like glaucoma
• problems with the patella and elbow joints

What should be considered when breeding Elos?

Although the Elo is not an officially recognised dog breed, in 2016 there were 136 Elo breeders registered in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Belgium. The breed is under trademark protection, which imposes certain requirements on breeding animals. This ensures that you will be able to find a reputable breeder. Elo puppies are best purchased from a breeder that is listed in the Elo Breeding and Research Association. This association maintains a database for the registration of hereditary diseases and excludes animals with a history of disease from breeding. So you can be sure that you will end up with a healthy Elo puppy from a registered breeder.