Questions tagged [icelandic sheepdog]
How did the Icelandic Sheepdog become a herding dog?
Category: Dog-Related History and Culture
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a breed with a rich history deeply tied to its role as a herding dog in Iceland. This breed's development as a herding dog can be traced back to the settlement of Iceland by Norse Vikings in the 9th and 10th centuries. These settlers brought their dogs with them, which were...