ClassificationFCI Group 5, Section 2 (Nordic Herding Dogs)
Swedish Vallhund: temperament & character
The Swedish Vallhund is confident, friendly, and an alert watchdog, while remaining playful and energetic with a pronounced herding instinct.
How much exercise does a Swedish Vallhund need?
It needs daily exercise and mental stimulation; herding-style tasks and agility suit it well.
Swedish Vallhund: grooming & shedding
The dense, weatherproof double coat sheds heavily by season and needs more frequent brushing during that time.
Is the Swedish Vallhund suitable for beginners?
Well suited to first-time owners, provided its herding instinct and energy are channeled through regular activity.
Swedish Vallhund health problems
The breed is considered robust and long-lived; hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy occur occasionally.
Is a Swedish Vallhund right for you?
With childrenYes
SheddingA lot
Grooming effortModerate
BarkingA lot
Home aloneWith reservations
Other petsWith reservations
TrainabilityModerate
The Swedish Vallhund sheds heavily and is usually not suitable for allergy sufferers. The trigger protein Can f 1 comes from saliva and dander and spreads through the home on shed hair.
Good with: active families, reliable watchdog
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This information is for general guidance and does not replace veterinary or breeder advice. Temperament and health vary individually within every breed.
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