Icelandic Sheepdog
Herding group · Medium size · From Iceland
A friendly, hardy, herding Spitz from Iceland — the country's only native breed, brought by Vikings.
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Lifespan
12–14 years
Weight (M)
25–30 lbs
Height (M)
17.5–18"
Coat
long
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
High
Grooming effort
Moderate
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
High
Good with kids
Very High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
High
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Patellar luxation
- • Eye disorders
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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