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Swedish Vallhund Dog Breed

Swedish Vallhunds are herding dogs with thick sable coats, sturdy construction, and overall no-frills look. Vallhunds are a timeless breed, as comfortable in a suburban backyard as they were on the prow of Viking longships 1,200 years ago. These lively herders are built long and low to the ground—in not quite as exaggerated a fashion as their distant cousins the corgis, but the idea is the same: Their build makes it easier to nip at the heels of cattle and avoid kicks to the head. Balance, power, and smooth movement are breed hallmarks.

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Cheryl Rolfe
Breeder Interviews
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Cheryl Rolfe | Beidelyn

Tracy Robinson the breeder behind Mystic Shetland Sheepdogs. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, and much more!

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Breed Judging
Cheryl Rolfe

Judging the Swedish Vallhund

Featured photo courtesy by the American Kennel Club.   Judging the Swedish Vallhund General Appearance Small, powerful, fearless, sturdily built Spitz herding dog Height to

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latest articles

Cheryl Rolfe
Breeder Interviews
Showsight Magazine

Cheryl Rolfe | Beidelyn

Tracy Robinson the breeder behind Mystic Shetland Sheepdogs. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, puppies, and much more!

Read More »
Breed Judging
Cheryl Rolfe

Judging the Swedish Vallhund

Featured photo courtesy by the American Kennel Club.   Judging the Swedish Vallhund General Appearance Small, powerful, fearless, sturdily built Spitz herding dog Height to

Read More »