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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Västgötaspets or Svensk Lapphund or Dansk-svensk gårdshund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Swedish Vallhund Swedish Lapphund Danish-Swedish Farmdog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Västgötaspets Svensk Lapphund Dansk-svensk gårdshund
Scanian Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Swedish Lapphund? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-15 kg) Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg) 15-25 pounds (7-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13 kg) Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg) 20 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog height comparison:
12-16 inches (30-40 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $400-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.
Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a commonly available dog breed.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog trainability comparison.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? 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.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Friendly
Fearless
Watchful
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Kind
Trainable
Versatile
Alert
Intelligent
Lively
Attentive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog social needs comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog playfulness comparison:
Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed.
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The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.
Swedish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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 Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
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.
Swedish Lapphund 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.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Danish-Swedish Farmdog bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog mouthiness comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Danish-Swedish Farmdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems
Retinal Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Spina Befida
Allergies
Ear Infections
Eye Infections
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Danish-Swedish Farmdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund, Swedish Lapphund and Danish-Swedish Farmdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Danish-Swedish Farmdog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog energy level comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Swedish Lapphund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog coat comparison:
Thick Fluffy Shiny
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Swedish Vallhund, Swedish Lapphund and Danish-Swedish Farmdog color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
White
Brown
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or {name3 shedding:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?

Medium

The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Yes
Swedish Vallhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Swedish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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
Swedish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.
Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Danish-Swedish Farmdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Swedish Vallhund or Swedish Lapphund or Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.

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 Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog?

Not really

Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Swedish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Swedish Vallhund and Swedish Lapphund and Danish-Swedish Farmdog have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-5 puppies

Swedish Vallhund vs Swedish Lapphund vs Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service

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