Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Hauska Fakta
Icelandic Sheepdogs are the only native dog breed in Iceland and were brought by Viking settlers.
Small to medium Spitz-type herding dog from Iceland. Friendly, cheerful, and eager to work.
🏷️ Rotu
Icelandic Sheepdog
💭 Luonne
Friendly, cheerful, eager, loyal, alert
📏 Koko
Medium (9-14 kg)
⏳ Elinikä
12-15 years
🎨 Värit
Red, gold, grey, black, cream — with white markings
🌍 Alkuperä
Iceland, Viking era (over 1000 years old)
🏠 Elinympäristö
Domestic — needs regular exercise; prefers cool climates
🍽️ Ravinto
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Ryhmä
Group 5
✓ FCI Osasto
Spitz and Primitive Types
✓ FCI Numero
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