Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Sweden Group: Herding Height: 11-13 in. Weight: 20-35 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with early socialization Good with other pets: yes but may be dog-aggressive What is the origin of the Swedish Vallhund? The Swedish Vallhund has been known for centuries, even during the […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Sporting dog Height: males 23-25 in., females 22-23 in. Weight: males 60-79 lbs., females 55-71 lbs. Life span: 10 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Flat-coated Retriever? Fishermen in 19th century England wanted a certain type […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Norway Group: Working dog Height: 17-18 1/2 in. Weight: 30-40 lbs. Life span: 13-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Norwegian Buhund? When Vikings died, precious possessions were buried with them to help them in the afterlife. Buhund-like […]
