Swedish Vallhund has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Cesky Fousek has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Adaptable
Eager
Keen
Affectionate
Hard
Working
Loyal

Swedish Vallhunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Cesky Fouseks are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Cesky Fouseks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Sweden

Czech Republic

Spitz, Corgi

Bohemian Dog and Native Eastern European Pointers

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown

Sable
Red
Gray

Gray
Brown

Swedish Vallhunds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cesky Fouseks have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Swedish Vallhund can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cesky Fousek can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cesky Fouseks have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Retinopathy

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Alopecia

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Blood Analysis

Swedish Vallhunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cesky Fouseks' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Swedish Vallhund has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cesky Fousek has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Swedish Vallhunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cesky Fouseks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Swedish Vallhund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Cesky Fousek is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Swedish Vallhund dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Cesky Fousek dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Fetch, Swim

Hiking, Swimming

Swedish Vallhunds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Cesky Fouseks are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Swedish Vallhund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cesky Fousek, it's at least 20 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Swedish Vallhunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cesky Fouseks usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Swedish Vallhund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Cesky Fousek has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Swedish Vallhund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Cesky Fousek should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-35 pound (9 - 16 kg) Swedish Vallhund feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 62-75 pound (28 - 34 kg) Cesky Fousek feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Swedish Vallhund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Cesky Fousek is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Swedish Vallhund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cesky Fousek is between $84 - $112. This makes an average of $1008 - $1344 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Swedish Vallhund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cesky Fouseks are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Swedish Vallhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Swedish Vallhunds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Cesky Fousek is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Cesky Fouseks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Swedish Vallhunds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Cesky Fouseks are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Cesky Fouseks are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Swedish Vallhunds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cesky Fouseks are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Swedish Vallhunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Cesky Fouseks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.