Swedish Vallhund Dog Breed
- Size
- Small
- Height
- Males – 12.5 to 13.5 inches at the withers, Females – 11.5 to 12.5 inches at the withers
- Weight
- 25 to 35 pounds
- Coat
- Medium
- Color
- Gray or red
- Energy
- High
- Activities
- Conformation, Obedience, Agility, Tracking, Herding, Flyball, Search and Rescue
The Swedish Vallhund is a hardy herding dog with a long, muscular body and short, stocky legs. He can have a full curled tail, stub tail or no tail. Alert and confident, the Swedish Vallhund is an excellent watchdog and protector without being overly aggressive. He is steadfast, spirited and sweet, making the breed a good family companion. This active, athletic dog requires ample daily exercise.
Did you know
An ancient breed developed to herd cattle and sheep, the Swedish Vallhund originated more than 1,000 years ago during the Vikings era in Sweden. This dog was previously known as the “Vikingarnas Hund,” or the “Viking Dog.”The Swedish Vallhund has been featured on postage stamps in Sweden, Nicaragua, Ukraine, Mali, Russia, and Tajikistan.