Eurasier
VS
Icelandic Sheepdog
Eurasier vs Icelandic Sheepdog
Compare Eurasier 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
Eurasier
Icelandic Sheepdog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 60 cm
41 – 46 cm
Weight
18 – 32 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Eurasier
Great with kids
Easy to train
Large
Icelandic Sheepdog
High energy
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Eurasier
The Eurasier is a medium, plush-coated Spitz bred as a calm family companion. Sensitive and deeply bonded to its people, it prefers a peaceful home, is reserved but non-aggressive with strangers, needs moderate daily walks, mental games, gentle training, and regular coat care.
About Icelandic Sheepdog
The Icelandic Sheepdog is Iceland’s only native spitz‑type herder, medium‑small, sturdy, and agile with a curled tail and thick double coat in varied colors. Cheerful, social, and vocal, it thrives on daily exercise, close family involvement, gentle training, and regular grooming.
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