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Swedish Vallhund
Puppies for Sale
Swedish Vallhund
(Västgötaspets)
(Vaestgoetaspets)
(Vallhund) (Swedish Cattle Dog)
(Västgötaspets)
This is Disney, Below is a quote from her
owners... "We are the proud owners of a 2 year old
purebred Swedish Vallhund named Disney. She is a wonderful dog, full of
energy, affection, personality, and love. She gets a lot of attention
wherever we take her due to her good looks, and her remarkable friendliness -
she loves everybody, especially children. Swedish Vallhund's make
wonderful pets."
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Description |
The ears of the Swedish
Vallhund are stiff and pricked and lined with fine hair. The muzzle is long and
parallel to the top of the skull. A fox-like expression is paramount. A
well-defined mask is highly desirable, with lighter hair around the eyes,
muzzle, and under the throat. The coat is harsh, tight and medium in length with
a soft undercoat. The neck is long and muscular. The legs are powerful with
short oval feet and round pads. Coat colors include gray, red-yellow, red-brown
and gray-brown. A fractional amount of white markings are tolerated. |
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Temperament |
The Swedish Vallhund is a
responsive and even-tempered companion. It is intelligent and affectionate. He
loves attention and instinctually craves leadership. Owners are never
disappointed in his multi-faceted ability or his spontaneous sense of humor. Extremely
active and devoted little dogs. Be sure you are this dog's pack leader to avoid Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behaviors where the dog believes he is above humans in the pack order. Dog's who do not clearly know their place in the pack can be untrustworthy with children, may begin to guard, bark obsessively, become wary of strangers, and be dog agressive with other dominate dogs. Properly socialize this dog, providing rules he must follow, and limites to what he can and cannot do, to avoid over-protective behaviors. They sometimes try to herd
people by nipping at their heels, although they can be trained not to do this.
The Swedish Vallhund makes a good alarm dog, but should be told to quiet down after they have already given off their warning bark. This breed makes a great companion and can be used for
herding and ratting. They also make excellent show and obedience
dogs.
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Height, Weight |
Height: 12-16 inches (30-40
cm.)
Weight: 25-35 pounds (11-15 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
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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. |
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Exercise |
Naturally active little
dogs, they should always be encouraged to remain so. They need to be taken on a
daily walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-14 years |
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Grooming |
The hard, tight,
medium-length coat is easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush,
and bathe only when necessary. This breed is a average shedder. |
| Origin |
The Swedish Vallhund closely
resembles the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It may have
been transported by the Vikings to Britain or spurned from imported Pembroke
Welsh Cori brought to Sweden. Although his color is drabber and lacks the Corgi
zing, he is no less a utility dog. The Vallhund, meaning herding dog, is
a canine of many talents such as a cattle drover, watchdog, ratter and versatile
farmland. He is a more and more common site at European exhibitions. |
| Group |
Herding |
| Recognition |
KCGB, NZKC, APRI, ACR |
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
NZKC = New Zealand Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
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