Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Curious
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Watchful

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

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

Sweden

United States

Spitz, Corgi

German Shepherd and Rottweiler

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Sable

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

Rottie Shepherds 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 Rottie Shepherd 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.

Rottie Shepherds 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.

Rottie Shepherds 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

Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect
Cancer
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Aortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia

Panosteitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Pannus
Hemophilia

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Elbow
Blood
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Hip

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

Rottie Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Swim

Walk, Run, Frisbee, Car ride, Fetch, Bath time, Walking, Rides, ESA, Walks, Bird watching, Hiking, Fishing, Swim, Sun-bathing, Mama Lovin’, Playing, Dog Parks, Chase, Eating Snacks, Play, Cuddles

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.

Rottie Shepherds 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 Rottie Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Rottie Shepherds 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 Rottie Shepherd 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.

Rottie Shepherd 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
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 77-115 pound (35 - 52 kg) Rottie Shepherd 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 Rottie Shepherd 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 Rottie Shepherd 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 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 make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottie Shepherds 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.

Rottie Shepherds 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.

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

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Rottie Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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