Key facts about the Icelandic Sheepdog
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Life expectancy :
Between 12 and 14 years
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Temperament :
Affectionate, Playful, Intelligent
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Size :
Medium
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Type of coat :
Short, Long
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 5 - Spitz and primitive types
Section
Section 3 : Nordic Watchdogs and Herders
Physical characteristics of the Icelandic Sheepdog
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 16 and 17 in
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| Male dog |
Between 17 and 19 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 22 and 33 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 22 and 33 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Icelandic Sheepdog
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Icelandic Sheepdog in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Icelandic Sheepdog and cats
Icelandic Sheepdog and dogs
Icelandic Sheepdog and children
Icelandic Sheepdog and the elderly
Health of the Icelandic Sheepdog
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
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