Wire Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Icelandic Sheepdog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Icelandic Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Agile
Cheerful
Alert
Energetic
Inquisitive

Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

England

Iceland

rough-coated black and tan terrier

nordic spitz

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

874 - 930 AD

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:2010 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Brindle
Pied
Silver
Fawn
Black
Gray
Brown
Cream

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Icelandic Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Wire Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Wire Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Icelandic Sheepdogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wire Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Icelandic Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Icelandic Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Icelandic Sheepdog dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

Sleeping, Kissing, Barking, Chasing runners, Cuddling, Eating

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Icelandic Sheepdog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Icelandic Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Icelandic Sheepdog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Icelandic Sheepdog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Icelandic Sheepdog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Wire Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Icelandic Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Icelandic Sheepdogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Wire Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.