23 Icelandic Sheepdog breeders in the PuppyReports directory — including programs in MI, OR, AL, MD, IN, FL. Every listing connects to a PuppyReports™ Card so families can check the DogFacts before they choose.
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About Icelandic Sheepdog Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Icelandic Sheepdog, a small to medium spitz type herder from Iceland, was developed to drive and guard sheep and horses and today is in the Herding Group; it is cheerful, friendly, and alert, often vocal and very people oriented. Compact and athletic at roughly 16-18 inches tall and 20-30 pounds, it has prick ears, a curled tail, and a dense weatherproof double coat in various colors with white markings. A moderate energy breed, it does best with daily walks, play, and training for mental stimulation and may bark if under exercised or bored. Grooming is straightforward: regular brushing, more during seasonal sheds, keeps the double coat in good shape; shedding is moderate, drooling is low. It is not hypoallergenic. Generally healthy, but responsible breeders screen for hip dysplasia and inherited eye issues (such as cataracts or PRA), and patellar luxation can occur.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are known for: Cheerful, Inquisitive, Hardy, Yodeler, Watchful.
- Cheerful
- Inquisitive
- Hardy
- Yodeler
- Watchful
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, patellar luxation, cataracts, generally healthy
When researching Icelandic Sheepdog breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Icelandic Sheepdog Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Icelandic Sheepdog breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Icelandic Sheepdog Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Icelandic Sheepdog appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.