Origin: Denmark, Sweden
Origin of Name: Danish–Swedish farmdog is a breed of dog that has its origin in Denmark and southern Sweden.
Size | Temperament | Shedding | Drooling | Monthly keeping cost | |||||
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Small | Zero High |
Negligible Hair Everywhere |
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Until a few decades ago, the small farmer's dog, originally known as the Danish Per, was a natural part of Danish rural life. The Danish-Swedish farmdog's day-to-day tasks were numerous, including mausers / rappers, cattle shepherds, Hunting Dogs, watchmen, and family companions. As lifestyle changes have taken place, small family farms have become scarce and so have loyal farmdogs. The Danish and Swedish Kennel Club's efforts to bring the breed back to life culminated in 1987 with the first breed standard for Danish-Swedish farmdogs. In 1998, a DSF was imported into the US to establish the first official breeding program. The FCI standard for the breed was officially published on March 26, 2009. The Danish-Swedish farmdog was recorded in 2011 at the American Kennel Club Foundation Stock Services, a first step towards its goal of being fully accredited by the AKC.
The Danish-Swedish farmdog is an easy dog for the groom to take care of and maintain. Due to very little maintenance, occasional brushing and bathing is required to keep them clean and looking their best. If necessary, their nails can be trimmed with a nail clipper or grinder to avoid overgrowth, splitting, and breakage. Their ears should be examined to avoid the formation of wax and debris, which may cause infection. Teeth can be brushed.
As with all breeds, initial socialization and puppy training classes are recommended. This breed has a reputation for being difficult to house. However, in every other case, it is very easy to train them. For example, They like to perform tricks and learn new ones quickly. They respond very well to training based on positive rewards rather than harsh or negative methods. This breed is required to live with his family and is likely to result in undesirable behaviour if he is regularly left alone for long periods of time.
This breed is classified as ""somewhat active"", but is average. Long segments of quiet activity are often spread with brief bursts of high activity, often simply moving around the house or yard. In addition to walking, daily play sessions are required. Another dog can be a good exercise partner, but they will still need quality playtime with his owner. A fence-backed backyard is a good idea; Bichons are surprisingly fast, and if someone makes a dash for freedom, it can be difficult to catch or call you back. They enjoy obedience, agility and participating in rally competitions.
They should perform well on high-quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your vet. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, freshwater must be available at all times.
Over the years, DSF has proven to be a healthy breed, free of health issues in general, genetic or otherwise. Working with a responsible breeder who owns a Danish-Swedish farmdog can get the education they want to learn about specific health concerns within the breed. Good breeders use genetic testing of their breeding stock to reduce the likelihood of disease in their puppies.
Recommended Health Test from Parents Club
Hip and elbow test for informational purposes