Friendly, Playful, Inquisitive
Icelandics are one of the 50 or so northern breeds from around the world classified as spitzes. The breed’s “spitziness” is expressed by a dense coat, foxy face, pointed ears, and a bushy, curling tail. Icelandics, standing no higher than 18 inches at the shoulder, are just under…
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
100%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Double coat
Weekly Brushing
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beds
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training
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Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.
FCI Group
Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types
Section
Scandinavische waak- en herdershonden
Status
recognized