Patterdale Terrier has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Swedish Vallhund has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Bold
Energetic
Inquisitive
Confident
Friendly
Intelligent

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Patterdale Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Swedish Vallhunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Patterdale Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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1950's

Ancient Times

Terrier

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Brown
Red
Black

Sable
Red
Gray

Patterdale Terriers have short coats.

Swedish Vallhunds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Patterdale Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Swedish Vallhund can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patterdale Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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Retinopathy

Eye Infections

Hip Dysplasia

Ear Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Patterdale Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Swedish Vallhund has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Patterdale Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Swedish Vallhunds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Patterdale Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Swedish Vallhund dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Playing Ball

Fetch, Swim

Patterdale Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Swedish Vallhunds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterdale Terrier, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Swedish Vallhund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Patterdale Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Swedish Vallhunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Patterdale Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Swedish Vallhund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Patterdale Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Swedish Vallhund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Patterdale Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-35 pound (9 - 16 kg) Swedish Vallhund feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Patterdale Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Swedish Vallhund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Patterdale Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Swedish Vallhund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Patterdale Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Swedish Vallhund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Swedish Vallhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Patterdale Terrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Swedish Vallhunds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Patterdale Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Swedish Vallhunds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Patterdale Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Patterdale Terriers can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Swedish Vallhunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.