Is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Better than the Swedish Vallhund as a Pet? Answer…

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Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Swedish Vallhund: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and for the Swedish Vallhund. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or the Swedish Vallhund.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund

Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund: Overview

A very important difference between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Swedish Vallhund is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Swedish Vallhund belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Staffordshire Bull Terrier to the Swedish Vallhund based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund

Factor Staffordshire Bull Terrier Swedish Vallhund
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 11 inches to 1 foot, 1 inch tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Weight 24 to 38 pounds 22 to 35 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1890 $2500
Price Range $1000 – $2425 $2500 – $2500
Temperament Score 90.9 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – min age 1 year
  • Hereditary Cataracts DNA Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • L2HGA DNA Test
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 80 155

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Swedish Vallhund. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Swedish Vallhund is 86 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Swedish Vallhund is a better pet than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. So, you should get the Swedish Vallhund!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund

    Below is a list of where the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are most different:

  • Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train. However, Swedish Vallhunds are very easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund

    The Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are most similar:

  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund.

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers weigh 24 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Staffordshire Bull Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Swedish Vallhunds weigh 22 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Swedish Vallhunds are 11 inches to 1 foot, 1 inch tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund

    The lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Swedish Vallhunds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhunds is 13.5 years.

    Swedish Vallhunds live longer than Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

    Temperament of the Swedish Vallhund Versus the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    The Swedish Vallhund has a better temperament than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Swedish Vallhund is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 90.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 90.9 percent, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Swedish Vallhund has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund by measuring the temperaments of 143 Staffordshire Bull Terriers and 4 Swedish Vallhunds.

    Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Price of Swedish Vallhund

    The average price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $2425. However, the price of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 56 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Swedish Vallhund puppy is $2500. The price of the Swedish Vallhund typically ranges from $2500 – $2500. However, the price of the Swedish Vallhund can be as low as $2500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2 Swedish Vallhund puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Swedish Vallhund is more expensive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.

    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Swedish Vallhund
    Average Price $1890 $2500
    Price Range $1000 to $2425 $2500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Swedish Vallhund. For different price points, the charts show how many Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies or how many Swedish Vallhund puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Staffordshire Bull Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Swedish Vallhunds

    A breakdown of the prices of Swedish Vallhunds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy or the Swedish Vallhund puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Adopting the Swedish Vallhund

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Staffordshire Bull Terriers and many Swedish Vallhunds are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Hipp that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Staffordshire Bull Terriers like Hipp on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Swedish Vallhunds are also available for adoption. For example, Talbot is a Male Swedish Vallhund that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Swedish Vallhunds like Talbot that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Radar is the name of another Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Staffordshire Bull Terriers and Swedish Vallhunds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Popularity of Swedish Vallhund

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Swedish Vallhund. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 80 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Swedish Vallhund is 155 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Popularity of Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Popularity of Swedish Vallhund

    Popularity of Swedish Vallhund

    Year Staffordshire Bull Terrier Popularity Rank Swedish Vallhund Popularity Rank
    2013 79 147
    2014 79 158
    2015 79 155
    2016 82 163
    2017 82 149
    2018 80 169
    2019 82 159
    2020 81 147

    Health Problems of Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Health Problems of Swedish Vallhund

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Swedish Vallhund.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Staffordshire Bull Terrier than for the Swedish Vallhund.

    7 health tests are recommended for Staffordshire Bull Terrier while 2 tests are recommended for the Swedish Vallhund.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Staffordshire Bull Terriers and in Swedish Vallhunds.

    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Health Problems

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Staffordshire Bull Terriers for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – min age 1 year
  • Hereditary Cataracts DNA Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • L2HGA DNA Test
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Staffordshire Bull Terriers here.

    Swedish Vallhund Health Problems

    Swedish Vallhunds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Swedish Vallhund puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Swedish Vallhund puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Swedish Vallhund breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Swedish Vallhunds for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Swedish Vallhunds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Staffordshire Bull Terriers and Swedish Vallhunds

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Staffordshire Bull Terrier ranks 17 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 51 Staffordshire Bull Terriers, 1 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Staffordshire Bull Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 17 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 21 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 23 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 69 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 105 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 126 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Swedish Vallhund Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Swedish Vallhund ranks 38 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 217 Swedish Vallhunds, 6 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Swedish Vallhunds, and how common these diseases are in Swedish Vallhunds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 38 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 106 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 112 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Staffordshire Bull Terrier and in Swedish Vallhund and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund:

    Disease Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rank Swedish Vallhund Rank
    Advanced Cardiac problems 17 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 21 out of 144 dog breeds 106 out of 144 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 23 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 69 out of 198 dog breeds 112 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 105 out of 182 dog breeds 38 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 126 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Swedish Vallhunds can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed more than Swedish Vallhunds?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.

    Swedish Vallhunds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or the Swedish Vallhund

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.

    Swedish Vallhunds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Swedish Vallhunds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Swedish Vallhunds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Staffordshire Bull Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Swedish Vallhunds?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Swedish Vallhunds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Swedish Vallhunds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Swedish Vallhunds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs. Swedish Vallhund

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Swedish Vallhunds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Swedish Vallhunds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Swedish Vallhunds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Swedish Vallhunds get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Staffordshire Bull Terriers good family dogs? What about Swedish Vallhunds?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Swedish Vallhunds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Staffordshire Bull Terriers and Swedish Vallhunds?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Swedish Vallhunds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Easier to Train than the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.

    Swedish Vallhunds are very easy to train.

    Is the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Swedish Vallhunds adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier or the Swedish Vallhund?

    Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Swedish Vallhunds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Staffordshire Bull Terrier:

  • Boxer (71 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Swedish Vallhund vs Boxer.
  • Schipperke (72 percent match with Staffordshire Bull Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Swedish Vallhund vs Schipperke.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Swedish Vallhund

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Swedish Vallhund that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Swedish Vallhund:

  • Dalmatian (75 percent match with Swedish Vallhund). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Dalmatian.
  • German Longhaired Pointer (74 percent match with Swedish Vallhund). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs German Longhaired Pointer.
  • Aussiedoodle (74 percent match with Swedish Vallhund). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Border Collie (75 percent match with Swedish Vallhund). Here is our comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and how the Swedish Vallhund compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and of the Swedish Vallhund to other breeds:

    Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Swedish Vallhund Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the Swedish Vallhund better suits you and your family.