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Papioxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Swedish Vallhunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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Papioxs have medium-length coats.

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

A Papiox can have a litter of 2-6 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.

While the Papiox breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Portacaval Shunt

Retinopathy

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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Eye Examination
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Papiox has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Swedish Vallhund has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papiox, it's at least 5 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 Papioxs usually need at least 30 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.

The Papiox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Papiox should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Swedish Vallhund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Papiox feed 1 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 Papiox is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Papiox is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Swedish Vallhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Papiox is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Swedish Vallhunds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Papioxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Papioxs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Papioxs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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