Swedish Vallhund

It is a small breed of dog which is a muscular looking animal, with a fox like facial appearance. The ears are erect, the muzzle long, and the eyes dark, giving this dog an intelligent and alert expression. The dog's coat should be of medium length, and harsh. The topcoat close and tight and undercoat is soft and dense. Coat colors include gray, red-yellow, red-brown and gray-brown. A fractional amount of white markings are tolerated.

 Height 'n Weight:

Height: 12-16 inches (30-40 cm.)
Weight: 25-35 pounds (11-15 kg.)

 Temperament: 

The Swedish Vallhund has a very even temperament and great disposition. It is intelligent and affectionate, loving and playful. This breed makes a great family companion. Generally they are good with children. Good around other pets but not recommended for a home with cats unless properly socialized at an early stage of life. They have a tendency to bark and nip. They are a clownish type dog and can be a show-off at times. They will try to guard your home even if they are 3 sizes too small.

 Exercise needs: 

They enjoy plenty of exercise and like to be doing something as they are an energetic dog. Regular walks and off lead runs will help to keep them happy and healthy.

 Trainability:  

The Swedish Vallhund can be slightly difficult to train. Gentle hand is required for this breed. An intelligent little breed, the Swedish Vallhund does well in obedience training.  They can also be used for watch dogging if proper training takes place.

 Nutrition & Diet:

Feed your Swedish Vallhund a balanced diet of fresh meat, bones, chicken and a quality dry food.

 Living conditions: 

The Swedish Vallhund will do ok in an apartment if they are sufficiently exercised. This breed is very active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

 Life expectancy:

The life expectancy of the Swedish Vallhund is between 12 and 14 years.

 Origin:

The Swedish Vallhund closely resembles the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. The Swedish Vallhund from Scandinavia almost became extinct, but in the mid 20th century a group of conscientious breeders helped restore the numbers of this active little breed. The Swedish Vallhund was breed as a herding dog, and they excelled in their abilities to keep the flocks of sheep together.They are more common site at European exhibitions..