Gentle
Intelligent
Courageous
Biddable

Alert
Fearless
Watchful
Energetic
Friendly

Basset Artesien Normands are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Swedish Vallhunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

France

Sweden

Normand Basset, Artésien Basset

Spitz, Corgi

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

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.

1870

Ancient Times

Hound
Scenthound Group (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Sable
Red
Gray

A Basset Artesien Normand can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Problems

Retinopathy

Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Weight Gain

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Basset Artesien Normands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Swedish Vallhunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Basset Artesien Normand 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.

Basset Artesien Normands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Swedish Vallhunds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Basset Artesien Normands 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.

Basset Artesien Normand dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Basset Artesien Normand dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Swedish Vallhund dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Walk, Jog, Play

Fetch, Swim

Basset Artesien Normands are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Basset Artesien Normand dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Swedish Vallhunds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Artesien Normand, it's at least 7 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 Basset Artesien Normands usually need at least 30 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 Basset Artesien Normand has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Basset Artesien Normand 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.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-44 pound (15 - 20 kg) Basset Artesien Normand feed 2 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 Basset Artesien Normand is somewhere $0.70 - $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 Basset Artesien Normand is between $21 - $42. This makes an average of $252 - $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.

Basset Artesien Normands are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Swedish Vallhund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Basset Artesien Normands make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Swedish Vallhunds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Basset Artesien Normands are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Swedish Vallhunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Basset Artesien Normands are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Swedish Vallhunds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Basset Artesien Normands are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Swedish Vallhunds are highly friendly around strangers.