Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 12 to 15 years.
Build
A robust breed?
It is a robust, hardy dog, suited to outdoor activities in all weather.
Watch points
What to watch for
Hips and elbows, eyes, must be monitored, and its MDR1 status must be known before prescribing certain antiparasitics or anesthetics.
Hip and elbow dysplasia : Screened in breeding dogs.
Drug sensitivity (MDR1) : Inherited from the Australian Shepherd, it requires medication precautions.
Hereditary eye diseases : Retinal atrophy or cataracts possible depending on the bloodlines.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
Its coat protects it well from the cold and rain. It tolerates extreme heat less well.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
Active, it maintains its figure if it is sufficiently exercised. The ration must be adjusted to actual activity.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Know your dog's MDR1 status.
- Brush the coat every week, more often during shedding season.
- Avoid intense exercise in growing puppies.
Vaccination
Wäller vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a Wäller? Like all dogs, the Wäller receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. The puppy primary vaccination for Wäller 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 Wäller 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 Wäller?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy Wäller
Breeding dogs are X-rayed for hip and elbow dysplasia, and tested for the MDR1 gene and hereditary eye diseases.
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.
