Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Rottermans 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 Rotterman 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

United States

Spitz, Corgi

Doberman Pinscher and Rottweiler

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Sable
Black
Brown
Fawn

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

Rottermans have short 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 Rotterman can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Rottermans are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Swedish Vallhunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Rottermans 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Joint Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Skin Allergies
Eye Infections

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Electrocardiogram
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Coagulation Assay
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Urinalysis and Urine Culture

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

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

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

Rottermans have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Fetch, Swim

Walk, Chasing around, Walking, Playing Ball, Dog Parks, Jogging, Dawn trotting, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Sleeping, Guard dog, Hide & Seek, Road trip, Cuddle, Run, Car rides, Beach, Fishing, Camping, Walks, Tug of war, Ball, Lots of pats, Training, Swimming, Hike, 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.

Rottermans 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 Rotterman, it's at least 14 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 Rottermans usually need at least 90 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 Rotterman 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.

Rotterman 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
Slicker Brush
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 70-130 pound (32 - 59 kg) Rotterman 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 Rotterman is somewhere $2.70 - $2.80 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 Rotterman 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.

Rotterman is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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 Rotterman 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.

Rottermans have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Rottermans 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.

Rottermans are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Rottermans are not very stranger friendly.

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

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