Size
- Height
- 31.8–35.1 cm
- Weight
- 9.1–15.9 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
12.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
4/5
Trainability
4/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Spanish Water Dog
Care needs
Shedding
4/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Swedish Vallhund
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Swedish Vallhund get?
Adult Swedish Vallhunds typically stand 31.8–35.1 cm at the shoulder and weigh 9.1–15.9 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Swedish Vallhund?
Swedish Vallhunds usually live 12.0–15.0 years.
Is the Swedish Vallhund good with children?
Swedish Vallhunds tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Swedish Vallhund need?
Swedish Vallhunds are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Swedish Vallhund KC recognised?
Yes — the Swedish Vallhund is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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