In 1942, the nearly extinct cattle-herding breed, Vasgotaspets or Swedish Vllhunds, were revived. SKC recognized them in 1943, the UKC in 1996. It's now AKC approved for eligibility in exhibition Herding events competition. This slow-to-mature Spitz-type dog is preferably gray, but shaded red, brindle, blue and gray with minimal white markings are accepted. It's intelligent, alert, energetic and ready to work, but requires abundant exercise and mental stimulation. The Swedish believe Vllhunds beget Corgi breeds.
Also called Swedish Cattledog.
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