Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 15 years, sometimes longer, with regular activity and controlled weight.
Build
A robust breed?
Very robust, it withstands outdoor living conditions and sporting activities well.
Watch points
What to watch for
As with many small active dogs, the kneecaps and teeth should be monitored, and the paws checked after runs on rough terrain.
Patellar dislocation : Possible as in many active small dogs.
Tartar : Regular dental care is recommended.
Sports injuries : Sprains and paw pad injuries in very active individuals.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
It tolerates the temperate climate well. Its short coat protects it less from severe cold: a coat can be useful during long waits in winter.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Active, he easily keeps his figure if he gets enough exercise. A ration suited to his actual activity is sufficient.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Check the paw pads after runs on difficult terrain.
- Brush the teeth every week.
- Consult in case of repeated limping.
Vaccination
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Danish-Swedish Farmdog? Like all dogs, the Danish-Swedish Farmdog receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Danish-Swedish Farmdog is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on its lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All pets |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughLifestyle-based Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisLifestyle-based Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseLifestyle-based Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisLifestyle-based Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult Danish-Swedish Farmdog vaccine boosters are annual for leptospirosis and rabies; for distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your dog’s actual risk.
Which boosters for your Danish-Swedish Farmdog?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Danish-Swedish Farmdog
A check of the patellae and an eye examination of breeding animals are recommended.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
