Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Comparison – Which dog is better Västgötaspets or Swedish Dachsbracke?

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Name	Swedish Vallhund	Drever
Origins	Sweden	Sweden
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Västgötaspets	Swedish Dachsbracke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Is the Swedish Vallhund bigger than the Drever breed? Is a Swedish Vallhund smaller than a Drever?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)	32-34 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13 kg)	33 pounds (15 kg)
Height Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Is a Swedish Vallhund taller than a Drever?	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Swedish Vallhund and Drever?	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Swedish Vallhund or Drever smarter? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Swedish Vallhund vs Drever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Drever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Drever dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Drever dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful	Alert Outright Tempered Selfish Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Drever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Swedish Vallhund vs Drever social needs comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Drever dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Drever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Drever? Which can be better for hunting?	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Drever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Swedish Vallhund vs Drever playfulness comparison:	Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Drevers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Drever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Swedish Vallhund indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Drever breed.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Drever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Drever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Drever bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Swedish Vallhund more dangerous than a Drever?	Low 🔽 The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Drever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever mouthiness comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Drever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Swedish Vallhund vs Drever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Drevers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Drever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Swedish Vallhund vs Drever lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund and Drever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Swedish Vallhund and Drever?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Drever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever energy level comparison:	Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.	Drever dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Swedish Vallhund vs Drever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Drever dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.	Drever dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Does the Swedish Vallhund breed eat more than the Drever breed?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Drever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever coat comparison:	Thick	Thick Harsh Coarse
Colors What are the original Swedish Vallhund and Drever color? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever color comparison:	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black White Fawn Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever grooming comparison:	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Drever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Do Swedish Vallhund dogs shed more than Drever dogs?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Drever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Swedish Vallhund vs Drever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Drever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Drever is an average drooler. See more.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Drever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Which dog is more friendly?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Swedish Vallhund or Drever?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Can a Swedish Vallhund and a Drever be friends? Do Swedish Vallhund dogs get along with Drever dogs?	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Drever dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Yes Swedish Vallhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Drever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Drever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Drevers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Swedish Vallhund or Drever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Swedish Vallhund vs Drever?	Not really Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Drever breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Swedish Vallhund and Drever have? Swedish Vallhund vs Drever litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	4-9 puppies
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Swedish Vallhund vs Drever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available

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