Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Gentle
Sociable
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Tolerant
Instinctual

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

Foxhoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Sweden

United States

Spitz, Corgi

Fox Hound, Poodle

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.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Sable
Red
Gray

Black
Brown
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Gray
Pied

Straight

Wavy

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 Foxhoodle can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Retinopathy

Sebaceous Adenitis
Epilepsy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Hip Dysplasia

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

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

Foxhoodles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Foxhoodle 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.

Foxhoodles need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Foxhoodles 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.

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

Fetch, Swim

Fetch, Frisbee

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.

Foxhoodles 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 Foxhoodle, it's at least 9 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 Foxhoodles 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Clipper
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 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Foxhoodle feed 3 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 Foxhoodle is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 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 Foxhoodle is between $84 - $126. This makes an average of $1008 - $1512 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.

Foxhoodle 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 very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Foxhoodles 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.

Foxhoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Foxhoodles 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.

Foxhoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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