Swedish Vallhund
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fait Amusant
Swedish Vallhunds are often called 'Viking dogs' because they were bred by Vikings over 1000 years ago!
Small, sturdy spitz-type herding dog with short legs. Known as the 'Viking dog' for its ancient Scandinavian heritage.
🏷️ Race
Swedish Vallhund
💭 Tempérament
Friendly, energetic, alert, intelligent, courageous
📏 Taille
Small (9-16 kg)
⏳ Espérance de vie
12-14 years
🎨 Couleurs
Grey, red-grey, red — with lighter markings
🌍 Origine
Sweden, Viking era (over 1000 years old)
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — adaptable; needs regular exercise
🍽️ Alimentation
Quality small-breed dog food; appropriate portions
✓ Groupe FCI
Group 1
✓ Section FCI
Sheepdogs
✓ Numéro FCI
14