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Basset Artésien Normand
VS
Icelandic Sheepdog
Basset Artésien Normand vs Icelandic Sheepdog
Compare Basset Artésien Normand and Icelandic Sheepdog side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Basset Artésien Normand
Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 36 cm
41 – 46 cm
Weight
15 – 20 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Basset Artésien Normand
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Icelandic Sheepdog
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Basset Artésien Normand
Medium French scent hound with short legs, long sturdy body and gentle, noble expression. Affectionate, calm at home and sociable with dogs, but driven by scent outdoors. Needs moderate exercise, positive training, secure fencing and regular care for ears, weight, back and joints.
About Icelandic Sheepdog
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a cheerful, medium spitz herder from Iceland, with prick ears, curled tail, and a thick weatherproof coat. Friendly, vocal, and people oriented, it thrives on companionship, regular exercise, training, and varied activities like herding and agility.
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