Icelandic Sheepdog
Islandský ovčácký pes
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Key facts
| FCI group | 5. Spitz and primitive types |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Iceland |
| Category | Medium |
Recognition features
- Nordic herding spitz slightly under medium size, rectangular, with erect ears and a curled tail
- Two coat types, short and long, both thick and weather-resistant
- Gentle, intelligent, happy expression; marked sexual dimorphism
Purpose
Iceland's native herding dog, used on farms to gather sheep and livestock.
History
The descendant of dogs brought by the original Viking settlers (AD 870-930). Indispensable in rounding up livestock and in daily farm work; its working method adapted to the terrain, farming methods and hardships of Icelandic life over the centuries.
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