Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Crested Beagles 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.

​United States

Sweden

Beagle and Chinese Crested

Spitz, Corgi

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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.

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Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White

Sable
Red
Gray

Crested Beagles have short coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Crested Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

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.

Crested Beagles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Crested Beagle 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.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Retinal Dysplasia
Nightblindness
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism

Retinopathy

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Eye Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Dental Disease
Cervical Vertebral Instability

Hip Dysplasia

Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Complete Blood Work

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Crested Beagle 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.

Crested Beagles have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Farting, Play, Nap, Chase, Cuddling, Plqying fetch

Fetch, Swim

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Beagle, it's at least 6 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 Crested Beagles usually need at least 40 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 Crested Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Crested Beagle 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Crested Beagle 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 Crested Beagle is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Crested Beagle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 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.

The Crested Beagle 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.

Crested Beagles 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.

Crested Beagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Swedish Vallhunds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.

Crested Beagles 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.

Crested Beagles 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.