Attributes<\/span><\/strong><\/td>

Swedish Vallhund<\/span><\/strong><\/td>

Corgi<\/strong><\/span><\/td><\/tr>

Good For First Time Owners<\/strong><\/td>

No<\/td>

No<\/td><\/tr>

Good Guard Dog<\/strong><\/td>

No<\/td>

No<\/td><\/tr>

Apartment Friendly<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>

With Enough Exercise<\/td>

Yes<\/td><\/tr>

Good Family Dog<\/strong><\/td>

Yes<\/td>

Yes<\/td><\/tr>

Shedding<\/strong><\/td>

Moderate To High<\/td>

Moderate<\/td><\/tr>

Barking And Howling<\/strong><\/td>

High<\/td>

High<\/td><\/tr>

Height<\/strong><\/strong><\/td>

11.5-13.75 inches (29-35 cm)<\/td>

10-12 inches (25-30 cm)<\/td><\/tr>

Average Life Expectancy<\/strong><\/td>

12-15 Years<\/td>

12-15 Years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n

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Swedish Vallhund – Dog Breed Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Swedish Vallhund by TS Eriksson<\/a> (CC BY 3.0)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhunds, as their name says, hail from Sweden where they were mostly used for herding purposes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In fact, their name, when translated means “herding” or “shepherd” dog. Initially bred by Vikings, these breed shares a lot of characteristics with their original owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They’re hard-working, tireless, alert, and intelligent dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Dogs of this breed are athletic and agile with medium-sized bodies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
At first, they may seem small due to their short legs, but their bodies are more similar to those of larger breeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like most Spitz-type breeds, Swedish Vallhunds have a double coat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hair is of medium length and it provided enough protection to keep them warm in harsh North European climate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The topcoat is coarse while the undercoat is softer and denser. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The coat can vary in color but the base is commonly gray or red with white or sable markings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The head of a Swedish Vallhund is wedge-shaped with a short and square muzzle. The eyes are dark-brown and oval-shaped while the ears are pointed and medium-sized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Male Swedish Vallhunds grow up to around 11-14 inches (30-34 cm) and weigh at 19-31 pounds (9-14 kg)\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Females are about the same size and weight as males.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhunds are great for families. They’re active, curious, confident, and lively dogs willing to engage in all family activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, they’re very adaptable and capable of living in all sorts of environments as long as they get enough exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This breed loves people and wants to spend as much time with them as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhunds are very loyal and protective of their humans. They’re rather alert and will notify their owners of any potential danger. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, they’re very vocal and besides alerting you to the danger they will bark just to info you that they’re happy and enjoying their time with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They’re also very smart and enjoy being challenged. The Swedes will happily solve any problem and fulfill any task you put in front of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They do great with kids but require early socialization to suppress their nipping instincts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Corgi – Dog Breed Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Corgis are one of the most famous breeds in the world, mainly thanks to being the favorite breed of the British royal family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They originate from Wales and two main breed variants are named after the Welsh counties they hail from – Pembroke and Cardigan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Corgis are rather small but quite sturdy and strong for their size. Their name is derived from Welsh words for “dog” and “dwarf.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Still, they’re very athletic and agile and more than capable of keeping up with the sheep they used to herd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The body of a Corgi is covered with a double coat. Similar to other northern breeds, their coat is water-resistant and provides protection against harsh weather conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The soft undercoat keeps them warm while the medium-long topcoat is thick and more coarse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most frequent colors are fawn, red, sable, or tan. Some dogs may have white markings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Due to their pointy muzzles, Corgis have a fox-like appearance. Long bodies and prick ears only contribute to this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adult Corgis can be 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) high and weigh 22-31 pounds (10-14 kg).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Female Corgi\u2019s height is in the 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) range and they weigh 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Even though they earned their fame as working dogs, Corgis today are mostly used as family dogs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite their size, they’re rather feisty and courageous. Corgis are fearless and not to be messed with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, they have a gentle side to them and are very affectionate, loving, and loyal to their owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They cherish time spent with their family and are willing to be a part of group activities whenever possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the main Corgi traits is their limitless energy. Although they’re small, Corgis are incredibly agile and energetic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They will have no trouble keeping up even with the most demanding owners when it comes to hikes, bike rides, or runs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Being smart and willing to learn, Corgis are also fairly easy to train. Still, due to their occasional stubbornness, it’s imperative to start the training early. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They’re rather sensitive, so it’s better to use positive reinforcement than punishment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhund vs Corgi – What’s The Difference?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhund<\/span><\/strong><\/td> Corgi<\/span><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
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Swedish Vallhund by TS Eriksson<\/a> (CC BY 3.0)<\/a> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
As noted above, Swedish Vallhund and Corgi are closely connected breeds, so they share a lot of common traits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both have herding origins but are now mainly used as family dogs. The Swedes are somewhat bigger and require a bit more living space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, they have higher grooming requirements, so Corgis are probably more suitable for people living in small apartments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The downside is that they bark more which can be an issue depending on the neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both breeds get along great with kids, but you can expect more nipping at the heels from Swedish Vallhunds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Still, it’s nothing that can’t be solved with early socialization. On the other hand, Corgis are more playful and patient with their little ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Each of these breeds has a similar life expectancy of about 12-15 years but Corgis are a bit less prone to dog diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Swedish Vallhund vs Corgi – Which One Is Better?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to which dog is better for potential owners, there’s not much separating these two breeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It mainly comes down to what kind of owner you are. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If this is your first dog, then Corgi is likely a better choice. They’re a bit smarter and easier to train. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Still, Vallhunds are more easy-going and get along better with kids and other animals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They’re also more friendly towards strangers which is nice but makes them less suitable for guarding duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No matter which dog you choose, be aware that you’ll have some work ahead of you. Each one is rather active and requires a lot of exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of the two, Corgis are probably more laid back and will spend more time sleeping and lying around the house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, you’ll need to invest more time in grooming Swedish Vallhunds and taking care of them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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