Names Danish Swedish Farmdog Dansk/svensk gårdshund |
Origin Denmark/Sweden, 1700s |
Use Companion, Livestock Control |
Life Expectancy This breed can live as long as 12 -13 years of age |
Weight & Height 24 to 30 pounds & 14 to 18 inches tall at the shoulders |
Known Health Problems Fairly healthy breed |
Physical Description *** |
Temperament Friendly and playful. These dogs are usually good with children and other animals. The do like to dig however |
Training Quick learners are fairly easy to train |
Living Conditions This breed will do ok in an apartment if giving plenty of daily exercise. |
Grooming Little grooming needed |
Exercise Daily exercise for about an hour each day is needed |
Coat Texture The coat is short and smooth |
Coat Colors

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Bicolor |
Tricolor |
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Puppies *** |
Recognition American Pet Registry, American Rare Breed Association |