Torvall Kennel
Torvall Swedish Vallhund Kennels are a small but enthusiastic kennel in the heart of Wellington, New Zealand.  We found these wonderful characters on the internet when we were searching for a friendly, intelligent dog for city life. We have been sold on the breed ever since.  Welcome to our website, we are glad you found us.  Please take a look at our photo gallery, check out our links and email  us if you have any questions. We would love to  hear from you.

                                                 ~ Greg and Kath ~   

 

The Swedish Vallhund
The Swedish Vallhund is an ancient breed of dog from the Spitz group of dogs. They were used as all purpose farm dogs in the flat cattle country of Sweden and mostly found in the West and Southern provinces. With their short legs, agility and speed, they are ideally suited to cattle herding.

The colour of the coat varies from light to dark shades of grey or reddish yellow with lighter shades found on the cheeks, throat, belly, buttocks, feet and hocks. A hallmark of the breed is its distinctive and most desirable lighter facial mask, although a dark mask is acceptable, and harness markings near the shoulder and upper arm.

The tail is a distinguishable feature, with many puppies being born without a tail or a short stump, while others may be born with varying lengths through to a full tail.

To fully convey the temperament of the Swedish Vallhund is difficult with one not fully understanding the extent of this breeds personality until you are owned by one. They have a strong herding instinct with a natural ability to herd. It is not unusual for their owners to find their dogs coming in behind in an attempt to drive them along. The breed has a sense of humour, with a happy disposition and is important that he be included in the family activities enjoying being the principle character. The Swedish Vallhund is a willing positive, honest worker who easy to teach is proud, open, frank and unafraid.

The Swedish Vallhund is happiest when playing with other Swedish Vallhunds, with the play often appearing to be rough and noisy, yet rarely hurting themselves. This breed needs stimulation and is most comfortable when there is plenty of activity around or activities for them to participate in. They require freedom and are intelligent but also strong willed requiring a steady hand with training commencing at an early age.

The breed gets on well with other dogs and children. They are low maintenance with a water resistant coat that repels dirt or mud and do not have a doggy odour.

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4th Sept 2009

Thanks to Lynne Henry of Vallarity kennels our own Valkrista Maid Marion  (Cally),  was put to Swedish import NZCH Höckgårdens Teddy(imp.swe). And from this union was whelped little Bobbie.

 

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