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The Swedish Vallhund is a rare dog breed originating in Sweden. Touted as an excellent companion and guard dog, the Vallhund remains more common in Scandinavia, Great Britain and Australia than in America.PetsHi.com: Swedish Vallhund Striking similarities have been noted between the Vallhund and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, but the exact genetic relationship between the two breeds is unknown.
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Fast Facts
- Has dark brown eyes
- Male Height: 12 - 13 inches
- Female Height: 11 - 12 inches
- Weight: 25 - 30 lbs
- Lifespan: 12 - 14 years
- Watchful, energetic, fearless and alert
- Vallhund means "herding dog"
- Also called "Viking Dog"
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Vallhund Timeline
- 700 - 1100: Used as a cattle dog by Vikings
- 1942: Nearly extinct, breed is revived by enthusiasts Björn von Rosen and Karl-Gustaf ZetterstenSwedish Vallhund Club of America: Welcome to the world of the Swedish Vallhund
- 1985: Vallhund is imported to the United States
- 2008: Competes for the first time at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
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Video: Canine Musical Freestyle dance by Swedish Vallhund dog (Time: 1:37)
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View All Swedish Vallhund Questions (14) | Ask a QuestionWhere can I find a Swedish t-shirt like this? (4 Answers)I am not sure about an exact copy of that shirt but here is a link that will allow you design one the way you want it. http://www.spreadshirt.net/en/DE/Create-t-shirt/Create-your-own--59/design/5728720/ - 39k ... read moreMy poor dog has a nasty neck infection. She is a swedish vallhund. Anyone know the breed? (1 Answer)I know that breed. There so cute. I wish I had one but unfortunatly I can't get a dog due to over traveling (poor me...and poor your dog) read moredoes anyone know what swedish prisons are like? (1 Answer)I can't attest personally, but the prisoners seem to prefer it. read moreDo you know the old Swedish name for Wolverine?? (3 Answers)The old Swedish name for the woverine was filfras, which comes from the German word Vilefrass that means "the one that eats a lot". In french the wolverine is called ... read more
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