Swedish Vallhund

Swedish Vallhund History

The Swedish Vallhund is a medium-sized spitz-type dog that was imported into Sweden from Finland in the mid-1800s. The Swedish Vallhund was originally used as a cattle driving and farm herding dog. The Swedish Vallhund is a medium-sized spitz-type dog that was imported into Sweden from Finland in the mid-1800s. The Swedish Vallhund was originally used as a cattle driving and farm herding dog. In 1930, the Swedish Kennel Club officially recognized the breed. The Swedish Vallhund is a medium sized spitz type weighing between 33 and 40 pounds. The coat is short and straight. The head is wedge-shaped, with a black nose and brown eyes. The ears are triangular and folded. The legs are straight and the body is strong and sturdy. The tail is carried up or curled between the legs. The teeth meet in a scissors bite. The coat is black, gray or red. Puppies are born white or cream colored and darken to black or gray within a few weeks.

Swedish Vallhund Physical Characteristics

The Swedish Vallhund is a small, short-haired breed of herding dog. They stand between 10 and 12 inches high at the shoulders, weighing between 20 and 30 pounds. They have a small, wedge-shaped head with erect ears and a moderately arched neck. They have a tail that is set high, curling over their backs, and a double coat of medium length that is hard and wiry, but may be curly or straight. The Swedish Vallhund comes in black and white or red and white.

Swedish Vallhund Health

Description of breed health.

Swedish Vallhund Temperament and Behaviour

The Swedish Vallhund is an energetic, playful and outgoing hunting dog. They are eager to please, and are easily trainable. They are sociable with dogs and cats, but may become aggressive with smaller animals.

Swedish Vallhund Activity Requirements

The Swedish Vallhund is a herding dog that originated in Sweden. They are well known for being alert, agile, and loyal. Vallhunds do not need a lot of exercise and are perfectly suited to apartment living. They do well with a daily walk, but long play sessions are not recommended. This is not a high-energy breed and shouldn’t be over-exercised. While the Swedish Vallhund is tolerant of children, they may not be the best pet for small children. They are considered watch dogs and may snap at young children who get too close. If you are looking for a small, low-maintenance dog, the Swedish Vallhund may be the right choice for you. They do well with a walk and a snuggle, but don’t require much space or time.

Kennel Club Recognition