Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fait Amusant
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.
🏷️ Race
Icelandic Sheepdog
💭 Tempérament
Friendly, cheerful, eager, loyal, alert
📏 Taille
Medium (9-14 kg)
⏳ Espérance de vie
12-15 years
🎨 Couleurs
Red, gold, grey, black, cream — with white markings
🌍 Origine
Iceland, Viking era (over 1000 years old)
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise; prefers cool climates
🍽️ Alimentation
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ Groupe FCI
Group 5
✓ Section FCI
Spitz and Primitive Types
✓ Numéro FCI
289