Danish-Swedish Farmdog

About

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a small, versatile breed with a compact, muscular build and a short, smooth coat. Known for its friendly, alert, and energetic nature, it excels as a working dog and a loving family companion.

Breed Size
  • Weight (Male)

    6-9 kg

  • Weight (Female)

    6-9 kg

  • Height (Male)

    35-37 sm

  • Height (Female)

    35-37 sm

Coat
  • Fur Type

    Smooth

  • Color

    One color

Care
  • Walk

    >40 minutes/day

  • Breed group

    Foundation Stock Service

  • Breed Size

    S

  • Demeanor category

    Outgoing

Breed Traits
  • Barking
  • Good with young children
  • Drooling
  • Energy level value
  • Grooming frequency value
  • Good with other dogs
  • Trainability
Breeds Club Recognition
  • Trainability Category

    >Easy Training

  • Temperament

    >Energetic, Trainable, Attentive

Blog About Pet Care

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a small, versatile breed originating from Denmark and southern Sweden, historically used as a farm dog for various tasks such as guarding, herding, and hunting vermin. It is known for its compact, muscular build and short, smooth coat, which is typically white with patches of various colors. This breed is highly adaptable and intelligent, making it an excellent working dog as well as a loyal family companion. The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is friendly, alert, and energetic, thriving in environments where it has tasks to perform or plenty of opportunities for physical activity. It gets along well with children and other pets, making it a good choice for families. In terms of care, the breed's short coat is low-maintenance, requiring minimal grooming. Regular exercise is essential to keep this active and agile dog healthy and happy. Training is typically straightforward due to the breed's intelligence and eagerness to please, but consistency is key to managing its sometimes independent nature. Overall, the Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a lively, affectionate, and versatile breed that excels in both working roles and as a loving family pet.