Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Patient
Gentle
Kind
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Trustworthy

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

Golden Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Sweden

United States

Spitz, Corgi

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

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.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

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

Golden Pyreneess 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 Golden Pyrenees can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Golden Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Retinopathy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Congenital Eye Defects

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Ophthalmic Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination

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

Golden Pyreneess 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.

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

Fetch, Swim

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

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 Golden Pyrenees, 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 Golden Pyreneess usually need at least 120 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 80-115 pound (36 - 52 kg) Golden Pyrenees 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 Golden Pyrenees is somewhere $3.90 - $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 Golden Pyrenees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $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.

Golden Pyreneess 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 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.

Golden Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Golden Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Golden Pyreneess 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.

Golden Pyreneess 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.

Golden Pyreneess 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.

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