Swedish Vallhund

Swedish Vallhund

Sweden
The Swedish Vallhund (Västgötaspets) is a small, long, low herding dog that leads cattle by biting their heels. Wikipedia says the name means "herding dog" and that it has been bred as a cow herder for over 1,000 years. The FCI standard describes it as alert, energetic, fearless and attentive, and the AKC calls it loyal, affectionate and smart.

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