If you are looking for a loyal, intelligent, reliable friend, then the Icelandic dog (Icelandic Shepherd Dog) is the pet that you need. Breeders frankly say that there were no shortcomings and difficulties in the care of the Icelandic dog.
The existence of this breed became known in the last century. These animals are rightfully considered very reliable, they can really be relied upon. Externally, Icelandic sheepdogs look like Norwegian Boohunds and Finnish Spitz.
After the Icelandic dog from the homeland was brought to the UK, it became the basis for the breeding of new breeds - welsh-corgi and the collie shepherd .
Description
Representatives of the breed of Icelandic dogs refer to medium-sized animals. Their height at the withers should not exceed 48 centimeters. The wool of these sheepdogs is of medium length, fluffy with a small but thick undercoat, and the color of the Icelandic dog can be of all shades of red: from light to dark. The ears of these dogs are standing, and the eyes can be brown or dark-brown. The constitution is compact, stocky. Fluffy tail playfully curled ring.
A feature of the nature of the Icelandic dog is friendliness. It is extremely difficult to meet an aggressively minded representative of this national Icelandic breed. The pet does not tolerate rude and boorish treatment. These unpretentious animals are able to live in any conditions, and training for them is a pleasure.
Care
It is not difficult to keep an Icelandic dog. Regularly comb her hair, cut it. The pet needs long, long walks and great physical activity, so take your dog with you during the morning or evening walks. The question of feeding is even easier: an Icelandic dog should be given one and a half standard rations a day.