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Icelandic Sheepdog Dog Breed
Icelandic Sheepdog Dog Classification:
Icelandic Sheepdog are herd dogs.
Other Names: Icelandic Spitz,
Iceland Dog, Íslenskur Fjárhundur, Islandsk
Farehond, Friaar Dog, Canis Islandicus,
Icelandic Sheepdog
Icelandic Sheepdog in Foreign Languages:
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Danish: islandsk
fårehund
Finnish: islanninlammaskoira
German: Islandhund, Isländischer
Schäferhund, Isländischer Spitz
Hungarian: izlandi juhászkutya
Icelandic: íslenskur fjárhundur,,
íslenskur spísshundur
Malay: anjing kambing bebiri
Iceland, anjing kambing biri-biri
Iceland, asu kambing bebiri Iceland,
asu kambing biri-biri Iceland
Norwegian: islandsk fårehund
Serbo-Croatian: islandski
ovcar
Swedish: isländsk fårhund
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Origins: Icelandic Sheepdogs were
initially bred to herd and pull sleds.
Description: Icelandic Sheepdogs
are compact well-muscled dogs, they have
erect pointed ears, and a tail that curls.
The Icelandic Sheepdog has a short muzzle
and dark, prominent facial features.
Size: Icelandic Sheepdogs weigh
between 20 to 30 lbs and stand 12 to 16
inches at their shoulder.
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weight
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height |
| Female |
20 - 30 lbs |
12 - 16 inches tall |
| Male |
20 - 30 lbs |
12 - 16 inches tall |
Coat: Icelandic Sheepdogs have
a thick, medium-length double- coat that
comes in a variety of colors including:
tan, reddish-brown, chocolate, gray, black,
white is a prominent required color.
Disposition: Icelandic Sheepdogs
are hardy dogs, they are watch dogs and
will alert of strangers, but they are
not aggressive. Icelandic Sheepdog are
energetic and playful.
Type Dog: Icelandic Sheepdogs
are herd dogs.
Litter Size: Icelandic Sheepdogs
give birth to litters of 3 to 6 puppies.
Behavior: Icelandic Sheepdogs
require conistent regular exercise. They
are lively and tough, durable dogs, that
can stand harsh weather and condititions.
Traits: Lively, tough, playful,
and brave
Country of Origin: Iceland (by
way of Norway)
Life Span: Icelandic Sheepdogs
typically have a lifespan of 12 to 15
years.
Club Recognitions: FCI, AKC, CKC,
UKC
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