Icelandic Sheepdog

Good to know

• Iceland's own breed: a Nordic spitz used to herd sheep and other livestock, they are agile and hardy, built for rough country.
• Born barkers: they use barking to herd, and many will sound off at visitors, other animals and even birds flying overhead.
• People-loving: cheerful and friendly, they want to be with their family and don't do well left alone for long.
• Thick double coat: short- or long-haired, the weatherproof coat sheds seasonally and needs regular brushing; many also have double dewclaws on the hind legs.

Getting out with a Icelandic Sheepdog

They need daily exercise beyond a stroll: longer trails, games of fetch and time to run at the park.

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