An Icelandic Sheepdog male
The Icelandic sheepdog is a breed of dog of spitz type originating from the dogs brought to Iceland by the Vikings. It is of similar type to the Norwegian Buhund and to the ancestor of the modern Shetland sheepdog and Welsh corgi. They are still commonly used to herd sheep in the Icelandic countryside. The Icelandic sheepdog is often described as a large dog in the body of a small dog.
White and tan Icelandic Sheepdog puppy cute
The Icelandic sheepdog has some markable appereance which characteristics the breed:
- Ears: erect, medium in size, triangular, very mobile as they move in sensitivity with dog’s moods. very sensitive with hearing
- Height: male: 46 cm female: 42 cm
- Color: tan, reddish-brown, chocolate, grey, black, with white as a required prominent color.
- Appearance from side: rectangular, length from shoulder to base of tail is greater than height at withers.
- Depth of chest: equal to length of foreleg.
- Coat: two types: long and short, both thick and waterproof.
Adult female Icelandic Sheepdog dog
Icelandic sheepdogs are tough and energetic. Hardy and agile, they are extremely useful for herding and driving livestock or finding lost sheep. However, the dogs are not known for hunting. Icelandic sheepdogs are very alert and will always give visitors an enthusiastic welcome, without being aggressive. Friendly and cheerful, the Icelandic sheepdog is inquisitive, playful and unafraid. They generally get along well with children, as well as other pets.
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