Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Cheerful

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

Cherokee Monarchs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Cherokee Monarchs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Spitz, Corgi

Russian Toy Terrier and Papillon

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Brown
Black

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

Cherokee Monarchs are known for their coat length.

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 Cherokee Monarch can have a litter of 4-6 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 susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Cherokee Monarch breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Retinopathy

None

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Blood
Knee
X-Rays

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

Cherokee Monarchs' 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.

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

Swedish Vallhunds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cherokee Monarchs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Cherokee Monarchs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Cherokee Monarch dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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 Cherokee Monarch, it's at least 6 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 Cherokee Monarchs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Cherokee Monarch 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 7-8 pound (3 - 4 kg) Cherokee Monarch feed 1 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 Cherokee Monarch is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Cherokee Monarch is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Cherokee Monarch is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Cherokee Monarch is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Cherokee Monarchs 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.

Cherokee Monarchs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Cherokee Monarchs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Cherokee Monarchs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Cherokee Monarchs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.