Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Agile
Cheerful
Alert
Energetic
Inquisitive

Yorkillons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Yorkillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

United States

Iceland

Yorkshire Terrier, Papillon

nordic spitz

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

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

Unknown

874 - 930 AD

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Silver
White
Fawn
Red
Brown
Sable

Brindle
Pied
Silver
Fawn
Black
Gray
Brown
Cream

Yorkillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Icelandic Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

A Yorkillon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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.

Yorkillons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Eye
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy
Complete Physical Examination
Hip and Knee
DNA

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Yorkillons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Icelandic Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkillon, it's at least 6 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 Icelandic Sheepdog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkillons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Icelandic Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Yorkillons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Icelandic Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-9 pound (3 - 4 kg) Yorkillon 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.

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.

The average cost of a Yorkillon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Icelandic Sheepdog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkillon is between $32 - $42. This makes an average of $384 - $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.

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.

Yorkillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

The Yorkillon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Yorkillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Yorkillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Yorkillons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Yorkillons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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