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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Swedish Elkhound or Finnish Hunting Dog or Canis Islandicus? Find the right dog for you

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Name Jämthund Finnish Spitz Icelandic Sheepdog
OriginsSweden flagSweden Finland flagFinland Iceland flagIceland
Group Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Swedish Elkhound Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Canis Islandicus
Friaar Dog
Iceland Dog
Islandsk Farehond
Islenskur Fjarhundur
Icelandic Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Large
Medium
Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison:
22–26 inches (57–65 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm) 12-16 inches (31-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
24 inches (61 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 14 inches (36 cm)

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence:
Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Independent
Energetic
Loyal
Calm
Daring
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Jämthund dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Jämthund is a playful breed.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
A lot: Jämthund is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Jämthund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.
Finnish Spitz dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Jämthund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Jämthund has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Jämthund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Skin Allergies
Obesity
Liver Issues
Hearing Issues
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Jämthund, Finnish Spitz and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Prefers cold weather
The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison:
Fluffy
Thick
Luxurious
Dense
Thick
Double
Dense
Soft
Wavy
Thick
Straight
Colors
What are the original Jämthund, Finnish Spitz and Icelandic Sheepdog color?
Grey
Dark Grey
Light Grey
Red
Gold
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
White
Fawn
Chocolate
Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Jämthund dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?

Medium

The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Jämthund drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Jämthund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?
Yes
Jämthund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Jämthund or Finnish Spitz or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog?

Not really

Jämthund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Jämthund and Finnish Spitz and Icelandic Sheepdog have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Jämthund vs Finnish Spitz vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

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