Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.

Choose a Flat-Coated Retriever if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Sweden

England

Spitz, Corgi

retriever, newfoundland water dog

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.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Ancient Times

1800s

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1909)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Sable
Red
Gray

Black
Brown

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

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 Flat-Coated Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 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.

The Flat-Coated Retriever breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Retinopathy

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

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

Flat-Coated Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Flat-Coated Retriever has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

While Flat-Coated Retriever dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Fetch, Swim

Chase, Play, Catch treats, Walk

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 Flat-Coated Retriever, it's at least 10 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Dematter
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 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Flat-Coated Retriever feed 3.2 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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.

Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Swedish Vallhunds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.

Flat-Coated Retrievers 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.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.