Vastgotaspets Australia

Swedish Vallhund's are big-hearted, big dogs in a small dog's body. We hope you enjoy our website and if you would like to join our organisation click the join tab off the top menu bar.

Västgötaspets is the Swedish name for Swedish Vallhunds and means 'Spitz of the West Goths'. This breed of dog is confident, bright and often comical. A herding bred known for their intelligence, ability to problem solve, agility Swedish Vallhunds have exceptional versatility.

Owners describe their dogs as very loyal, faithful companions and they make ideal watch dogs and will alert you to all visitors.

Notable for their striking wolf colouring and markings which eludes to their ancient past. They are believed to have descended from primitive dogs, with evidence of their linage going back some some 1,000 years to the time of the Viking farmers.Although ancient in origin they really are a modern day dog, not too big, not too small, adaptable, easy to live with. They do not require the fuss and grooming that a dog with a long coat of fur might, have a low doggy smell, and you wont need deep pockets like you might with a big breed that has a large food requirement.

While still rare, the Swedish Vallhund as a dog breed is growing in popularity in Australia with most breeders reporting no difficulty in finding homes for their puppies and you can in some cases expect to be on a waiting list for your pup.

We are here to provide support to Australia breeders, promote this rare breed and provide information for those researching for their next dog. We are for the Swedish Vallhund enthusiast.

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Swedish Vallhunds are an ancient spitz breed, descendant dogs of the ancient Viking people. Today they are a recognised national breed of Sweden, yesterday a working farm dog on the brink of extinction

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The history of the breed in Australia goes back to 1981 when Sheila and Dennis Haddon, of Norsled kennel, imported directly from the U.K. The story of the Norsled kennel has been included in the comprehensive book on the breed, A study of the Swedish Vallhund (Vastgotaspets), A Pictorial History - Owner's Hand Book as written by Mrs. J. Bayliss.

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Swedish Vallhunds make exceptional family dogs, watch dogs, good little farm dogs, and suitable companions for those living in towns, cities, or very rural. Socialized and raised well Swedish Vallhunds are good with kids, cats and other dogs.

Following the official Swedish Vallhund Club of Sweden (Special Klubben For Västgötaspets, SKV), the Swedish Vallhund Club of Australia, want to make it clear that we do NOT support or endorse any so called "list" or opinion displayed on various websites (some anonymous), or circulating via email, regarding unorthodox research on the Swedish Vallhund breed.

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