Curious
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Watchful
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

United States

Sweden

Collie, German Shepherd

Spitz, Corgi

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
New Zealand Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

Ancient Times

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Sable
White
Brown
Fawn

Sable
Red
Gray

Shollies have medium-length coats.

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

A Shollie can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Shollies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Swedish Vallhunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Retinopathy

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Shollies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Swedish Vallhunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Shollies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Shollies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Swedish Vallhunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Shollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Road trip, Walk, Fetch, Bike ride, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chase, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Ball, Snuggle, Training, Play, Snuggling, Walks, Play keep away, Rope, Playing, Running

Fetch, Swim

Shollies 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 Shollie, it's at least 12 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 Shollies 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.

Shollies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-80 pound (32 - 36 kg) Shollie feed 3 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 Shollie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Shollie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Shollie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

Shollies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shollies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Shollies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Swedish Vallhunds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Shollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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