Swedith Vallhund dog breed  laying on ground with head cocked to one side against a white background
Swedith Vallhund dog breed  laying on ground with head cocked to one side against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

20 to 35 pounds

height

12 to 14 inches

family

Spitz

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

20 to 35 pounds

height

12 to 14 inches

family

Spitz

Good things come in the small and sturdy package of the Swedish Vallhund. This spitz breed has an intelligent and curious face with strongly pricked ears and tails that are stubbed, bobbed, or long. A short, thick coat comes in myriad colors, sometimes with white markings. Used for centuries as farm dogs, they are versatile and hardy, with plenty of curiosity and spirit. 

  • Energy Levellevel 4 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 4 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 4 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 5 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 3 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 2 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 4 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 2 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5

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