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Herding Group — Origin: Iceland
Icelandic Sheepdog
A small-sized herding-group dog known for being friendly and alert.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 9–14 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–14 yrs
Strength
4
Stamina
7
Trainability
6
Friendliness
10
At a mid-life age of 13 years, this breed is roughly
68 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- High-protein kibble sized for small jaws
- Two to three small measured meals a day
- Occasional soft treats for training
What it does
- Running or jogging with an owner
- Agility or flyball drills
- Hiking on weekends
Habitat
Thrives in apartments or small homes with regular short outings; adaptable to city living.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a playful streak, this breed keeps its condition with high daily exertion.
High exertion~104 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Iceland, the Icelandic Sheepdog has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.