Friendly, Playful, Inquisitive
Icelandics are one of the 50 or so northern breeds from around the world classified as spitzes. The breedโs โspitzinessโ 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 underโฆ
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
100%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Double coat
Weekly Brushing
dog food
Best value grain-free option โ great for active dogsโฆ
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ nothing else comes closeโฆ
beds
Best cooling bed โ essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm clโฆ
health
Best DNA test overall โ unmatched health screening depthโฆ
training
Best GPS collar for active owners โ 3-month battery is class-leadingโฆ
grooming
Best probiotic coat spray โ supports skin microbiome health between baโฆ
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder โ daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Highly trainable โ excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.
FCI Group
Group 5 โ Spitz and Primitive Types
Section
Scandinavische waak- en herdershonden
Status
recognized