Agile
Cheerful
Alert
Energetic
Inquisitive

Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Icelandic Sheepdogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Silky Jacks aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Iceland

United States

nordic spitz

Jack Russell Terrier, Silky Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

874 - 930 AD

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
Pied
Silver
Fawn
Black
Gray
Brown
Cream

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Icelandic Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

Silky Jacks are known for their coat length.

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.

A Silky Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Silky Jacks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Subaortic Stenosis

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Icelandic Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Silky Jack has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Icelandic Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Silky Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Tug-of-war

Icelandic Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Silky Jacks are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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.

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

Icelandic Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Silky Jack should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky Jack feed 1 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 an Icelandic Sheepdog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Silky Jack is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Jack is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

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

Silky Jack is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Icelandic Sheepdogs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Silky Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Icelandic Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silky Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Silky Jacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Silky Jacks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.