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CATALOG OF BREEDS | SPITZ–TYPE DOGS

Icelandic Sheepdog

HEIGHT 17–18in (42–46cm) Gray Black
WEIGHT 20–31lb (9–14kg) Chocolate-brown
LIFE SPAN 12–15 years Tan and gray dogs may have black masks.

Also called the Friaar Dog, this hardy, muscular breed was
Typical spitz tail
brought to Iceland by early settlers. Its agility over rugged curls over back
terrain and shallow water plus its sharp barking make it
perfect for herding livestock. As a pet, it requires
plenty of exercise. There are two coat types:
long-haired and short-haired.
Erect ears slightly
rounded at tips
Smallish,
powerful body
Black
Thick,
waterproof coat pigmented lips
White
markings
on face

LONG-HAIRED
Tan with white
markings

Norwegian Lundehund

HEIGHT 13–15in (32–38cm) White Black and gray coats have white markings;
WEIGHT 13–15lb (6–7kg) Gray white coat has dark markings.
LIFE SPAN 12 years Black

Also called the Norwegian Puffin Dog,
Black tips
this amazingly agile dog can tilt its head to some
Reddish brown of hairs
back over its shoulder and splay its
forelegs out sideways. It was once used as
a puffin-hunter, and these traits, as well
as a double dewclaw on each foot,
enabled the dog to reach precarious
Black
nests. As a pet, it needs plenty of lips
training and exercise.

Dense coat
sheds heavily

Double Six toes on
dewclaw each foot

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