Swedish Vallhund
Mountain West Dog Fanciers
A Guide to all things "DOG" in the Western Mountain States
           
Basic Description: The Swedish Vallhund (SV) is a very old Spitz-type breed known since the time of the Vikings. For centuries the SV has
been kept as a farm dog and used for herding cattle. The SV is a small, powerful, fearless, sturdily built Spitz herding dog. The correct
relationship of height to length of body is 2:3. The SV has a wedge-shaped head, prick ears, and a close-fitting hard coat of medium length
and sable coloring. The double coat and the characteristic "harness markings" are essential features of this breed. Tail may be natural
(long, stub, or bob) or docked. The appearance of the Swedish Vallhund conveys intelligence, alertness and energy. Balance, outline,
temperament and movement are of overriding importance. The SV is a thoroughly sound animal, versatile in its desire to do traditional
herding or with proper training compete in companion events such as obedience, tracking and agility, and/or serve as a family companion.
           
Note: Any Club that wishes to provide a better quality description of this breed is invited to contact the web master.
Your assistance in making this a useful site is greatly appreciated. Also, if corrections or additions are found, please let me know at once.
           
American Kennel Club Link
www.akc.org/breeds/swedish_vallhund/index.cfm
 
 
United Kennel Club Link
www.ukcdogs.com/WebSite.nsf/WebPages/LrnBreedInfo  
 
 
Canadian Kennel Club Link
www.ckc.ca/en/Default.aspx?tabid=99&BreedCode=SEV
 
 
Parent Club Link(s)
http://swedishvallhund.com/
 
 
National Rescue Group Link(s)
www.swedishvallhund.com/rescue.html
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Arizona Club Link(s)
 
Arizona Rescue
 
Colorado Club Link(s)
 
Colorado Rescue
 
Idaho Club Link(s)
 
Idaho Rescue
 
Montana Club Link(s)
 
Montana Rescue
 
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Nevada Rescue
 
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New Mexico Rescue
 
Utah Club Link(s)
 
Utah Rescue
 
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Wyoming Rescue
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
           
Additional Information on local Clubs (Obedience, Agility etc.) and Rescue groups can be found under their respective heading in the Content section.
           
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