Danish-swedish Farmdog Dog Breed

The Danish Swedish Farm Dog is a working dog that was raised to be a versatile breed for the farm: ratter, herder, watch- and guard dog, and companion. Because it was a dog that was found rarely outside Denmark and the Scandinavian regions, the demise of farms n the area severely impacted the dog's popularity and numbers. This dog, which a few dedicated clubs remain attempting to re-establish, is a great companion for first-time dog owners as well as non-farm environments.

PROS

• Easy to train
• Calm demeanor
• Highly versatile
• Plays well with kids
• Very healthy breed
• Wonderful companion
• Great for small apartments
• Perfect for very active people

CONS

• Matures slowly
• Not hypoallergenic
• Very few to be found
• Requires a lot of patience

You may have seen a Danish Swedish Farmdog and not known it, as this breed closely resembles a Jack Russell Terrier. Then again, it is a very rare breed whose numbers are in decline. Despite their basic look, they have a genetic relationship closer to Doberman Pinschers than to Terriers. On the other hand, they are herding dogs that are also watchdogs and ratters; they are also known for being companions. Because these dogs have been around for a long time and serve many roles, they are highly intelligent. They can work on their own, but they love company.

This breed tends to be mild-mannered, and they are hard-working, very loyal, and extremely devoted dogs. As companion animals, they are best suited to be task-oriented, such as therapy dogs.

Although they do have boundless energy, the Danish Swedish Farmdog doesn't jump around like other ratters (or Terriers, for that matter). This is where their Pinscher-like demeanor comes into play by being a calm, coiled spring that only jumps into action when needed.

The Danish Swedish Farm Dog may be one of the healthiest dog breeds. They have no known health problems particular to the breed, and even the typical dog problems tend to be minor issues. In this breed's native country, where the dog remains most commonly found despite its numbers being in great decline, hip testing is mandatory even as it bears few unfavorable results for the breed.

The problems that can affect this breed include:

• Dental issues
• Joint dysplasia

The average life span for the Danish Swedish Farm Dog is 10 to 15 years.