Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Icelandic Sheepdog Versus Lhasapoo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Icelandic Sheepdog and for the Lhasapoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Icelandic Sheepdog or the Lhasapoo.

Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo: Overview

Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are similar in size. The Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Icelandic Sheepdog belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Icelandic Sheepdog to the Lhasapoo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo

Factor Icelandic Sheepdog Lhasapoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 2/5
Life Span 14 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 16 to 18 inchestall at the shoulder 9 to 13 inches
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Weight 20 to 30 pounds 10 to 15 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 14.5 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1400
Average Price No Data $1150
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Icelandic Sheepdog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Lhasapoo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Icelandic Sheepdog is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasapoo is a better pet than the Icelandic Sheepdog. So, you should get the Lhasapoo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo

    Below is a list of where the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are most different:

  • Icelandic Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Lhasapoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Icelandic Sheepdogs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Icelandic Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo

    The Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are most similar:

  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo are very playful.
  • Both the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo.

    Icelandic Sheepdogs weigh 20 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Icelandic Sheepdogs are 16 to 18 inchestall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo

    The lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdogs is between 14 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdogs is 14.5 years.

    The lifespan of Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.

    Icelandic Sheepdogs live longer than Lhasapoos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo

    Icelandic Sheepdogs do not like to be left alone.

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Icelandic Sheepdogs shed more than Lhasapoos?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Icelandic Sheepdog or the Lhasapoo

    Icelandic Sheepdogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Icelandic Sheepdog or the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Icelandic Sheepdog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Lhasapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Icelandic Sheepdogs Bark and Howl? What about Lhasapoos?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Icelandic Sheepdogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Icelandic Sheepdog vs. Lhasapoo

    Icelandic Sheepdogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Icelandic Sheepdogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Icelandic Sheepdog or the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Icelandic Sheepdogs good family dogs? What about Lhasapoos?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Icelandic Sheepdogs and Lhasapoos?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Icelandic Sheepdog Easier to Train than the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs are fairly easy to train.

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Icelandic Sheepdog Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Icelandic Sheepdog or the Lhasapoo?

    Icelandic Sheepdogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Icelandic Sheepdog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Icelandic Sheepdog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Icelandic Sheepdog:

  • Kai Ken (78 percent match with Icelandic Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Kai Ken.
  • Scottish Deerhound (75 percent match with Icelandic Sheepdog). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Scottish Deerhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Lhasapoo:

  • Bouvier des Flandres (77 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Icelandic Sheepdog vs Bouvier des Flandres.
  • Biewer Terrier (76 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Icelandic Sheepdog vs Biewer Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Icelandic Sheepdog and how the Lhasapoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Icelandic Sheepdog and of the Lhasapoo to other breeds:

    Icelandic Sheepdog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasapoo versus Miniature Poodle     Lhasapoo versus Shih Tzu     Lhasapoo versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Lhasapoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Lhasapoo versus Peek A Poo     Lhasapoo versus Goldador     Lhasapoo versus Swedish Vallhund     Lhasapoo versus Papipoo     Lhasapoo versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus Bloodhound     Lhasapoo versus Dachshund     Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky     Lhasapoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus Puli     Lhasapoo versus Pekingese     Lhasapoo versus Pointer     Lhasapoo versus Komondor     Lhasapoo versus Chow Chow     Lhasapoo versus Miniature Pinscher     Lhasapoo versus Berger Picard     Lhasapoo versus Irish Setter     Lhasapoo versus Bearded Collie     Lhasapoo versus Stabyhoun     Lhasapoo versus Swedish Vallhund     

    Conclusion: Icelandic Sheepdog versus Lhasapoo. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Icelandic Sheepdog and the Lhasapoo better suits you and your family.