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Adopting a Icelandic Sheepdog

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Icelandic Sheepdog - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

You can adopt an Icelandic Sheepdog at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost of adopting an Icelandic Sheepdog from a shelter is typically $50 to $300, while smaller rescues may charge higher fees. This adoption fee often includes a basic exam, preventatives, vaccines, microchipping, and spay/neuter. 

In contrast, buying an Icelandic Sheepdog from a breeder can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they can cost $1,000 to $2,000.

The easiest way to adopt an Icelandic Sheepdog is through a rescue that specializes in Icelandic Sheepdogs. A great place to start is with a breed search on Adopt a Pet, which will show you all the available Icelandic Sheepdogs in your search radius.

Icelandic Sheepdog fun facts

Fun Facts:

In 1950, the Iceland Sheepdog was at risk of extinction, but luckily breeding began again in 1967 and in 1969, the Icelandic Dog Breed Association was founded to preserve the breed.

Iceland Sheepdogs are considered Iceland’s only native dog breed.

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Icelandic Sheepdog Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Icelandic Sheepdog types to temperament and health issues to popular Icelandic Sheepdog mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.