Australian Cattle Dog vs Swedish Vallhund

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Swedish Vallhund. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Swedish Vallhunds.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Swedish Vallhund
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
12-16 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
25-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Origin Country
Australia
Sweden
Origin Year
1840 AD
800 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low to Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Skin allergies
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Spina bifida
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Swedish Vallhund
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
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