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This is the homepage of the Icelandic Sheepdogs, the only AKC recognized parent club for the Icelandic Sheepdog in the United States.

There are no puppies available for the forseeable future ( January 1999 ) Iceland Dog Bolstad Kennels Gimli, Manitoba Background : The Iceland dog is most likely the oldest pure breed in the world. When the Vikings settled Iceland in 874 they brought with them their trusted dogs. Today's Iceland dog can trace his history back to those times. The closest cousin that he has is the Norwegian Buhund.

FEDERATION CYNOLOGIQUE INTERNATIONALE NO 289 a The 24th June 1987 STANDARD: Iceland Sheepdog Country of Origin: Iceland. GENERAL APPEARANCE The Iceland Sheepdog is a typical Nordic Spitz, having pricked ears and curled tail. Seen from the side while standing the dog is rectangular, longer than high, the ratio depending on individual harmony. There are two types of coat, but at all times thick ...

The precious and rare Icelandic sheepdog.