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    Swedish Vallhund

    The Vallhund makes a wonderful companion and family pet and is often used as a PAT dog due to its charming nature.
    Lifespan
    12-14 years
    Breed group
    Pastoral
    Weight
    Male: 12-16kg
    Female: 11-15kg
    Height
    Male: 32-35cm
    Female: 30-33cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Vall, Swedish Cattle Dog, Swedish Shepherd, Vastgotapets
    Breed Size
    Small
    Breed Type
    Pastoral
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    High
    Easy to train
    Medium
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Low
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Low
    Intelligence
    High
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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