Swedish Vallhund has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Scottish Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Swedish Vallhund is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scottish Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Independent
Alert
Quick
Playful
Selfish

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

Scottish Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

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

Sweden

Scotland

Spitz, Corgi

skye, cairn, west highland white terriers

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
Club Espanol De Terriers

Ancient Times

1800s

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Black
Brindle

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

Scottish Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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 Scottish Terrier can have a litter of 11-13 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 highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Scottish Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Scottish Terriers 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

Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip Dysplasia

Scottie Cramp
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

Scottish Terriers 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.

Scottish Terriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Scottish Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Fetch, Swim

Fetch

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 Scottish Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Scottish Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Swedish Vallhund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Scottish Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 19-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Scottish Terrier feed 0.8 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 Scottish Terrier is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 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 Scottish Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 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.

Scottish Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Scottish Terriers 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.

Scottish Terriers 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.

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

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Scottish Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.