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Updated 30 August, 2010
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| A pregnant Rassie patrols the farm 11.09 |
Welcome
to
Eyjahunda Icelandic Sheepdogs
of Drekaflugustaðir
Home of:
Eyjahunda Þórarinn, CGC Group Winning, AKC CH, INT/Nat CH, U-CH Pineridge Kolperla, CGC, TDI
#1
AKC Icelandic Sheepdog Breed & All-breed (CC standings 8/10)
AKC CH, INT/Nat CH, U-CH Kersins Kolrassa Krokridandi,
CGC, TDI
#7 AKC Icelandic Sheepdog Breed & #8 All-breed (CC standings 8/10)
and for the summer INT/Nat Jugend CH Eyjahunda Bragi,
CGC
#12 AKC Icelandic Sheepdog Breed & All-breed (CC standings
8/10)
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| Soley with the Eyjahunda Pack July 4, 2010 |
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| Thorri at 17 weeks - "What time is dinner?!" |
Eyjahunda
Falki was featured on Fox News on June 30th when AKC announced the Icelandic Sheepdog as a new AKC Breed. We are so proud
of our little guy.
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| Thorri passed his Herding Instinct Test (3.11.10) at 16 wks. He did an outrun, lift and fetch. Wow! |
Members of:
American Kennel Club (AKC)
Icelandic Kennel Club (HRFI)
Icelandic
Sheepdog Parent Club - Iceland (DIF)
Icelandic Sheepdog Association of America - AKC Parent Breed Club (ISAA)
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
NISRA (ISD Rescue)
We breed for type, temperament, working ability and
health according to the standards of the home country.
"The cultural inheritance of the Iceland Dog is much more important and long lasting
than a single lifetime of a human being." -Guðrún Ragnars Guðjohnsen
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| Our beautiful Ras July, 2010 |
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| Bubbie and his friend go for a walk on the beach |
Eyjahunda
Icelandic Sheepdogs moved to Drekaflugustaðir (Dragonfly Farm) in August of 2009. Our pack now has five acres of
farm land and forest to run and play on. Life is good.
We were proud
sponsors of the Icelandic Sheepdog Association of America's (ISAA)first National Speciality, held in Wausean, Ohio, October
2-4, 2009. Because Donna was the Show Chair and a ring steward, we could not show any of our dogs this year as it would have
presented a conflict. However, one of our 2008 pups was shown and one of Kaepa's pups. Please visit those pages to learn
more. Additionally, the experience of working with Gudrun, an expert in the breed, and Lori Spink, a very experienced exhibitor,
offered a tremendous learning experience. It was an opportunity of a lifetime. Congratulations to all who participated in
this historic event. What fun!
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| Donna working for Gudrun in the ring at the ISAA National |
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| Rassie and Koko play at the beach. May, 2009 Photo: M.Pease |
"Pish for thee, Iceland Dog,
Thou
prick-eared cur of Iceland"
William Shakespeare of "Pistol"
(a character in Henry IV)
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| Bubbie and Bry enjoy a cool afternoon in the shade. |
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| Bry's structure eval with Pat Hastings 7.10 |
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| We are blessed to live in such a beautiful place. |
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| Rassa and Kol earn their keep by helping to bring in the wood. |
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| Notice the Supervisor Zoey in the top left. |
| Rassie became a UKC CH at 6 months & CGC at 1 year |
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| She took Best Bitch & Reserve BOB at the first ISD AKC MISC Show, day two, 7.5.08 |
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| That beautiful ISD smile. That cool breeze on the ferry is the best! |
| Kol took Best Bitch this day in 2007 |
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| at the largest gathering of ISDs on the West Coast in history |
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| Rassie took Best of Misc. Class at the AKC Rose City Classic Jan. 17 & 18, 2009 |
The Eyjahunda Story
Eyjahundur translates to "Island Dog" in the Icelandic language.
When I was a child, my family lived in Iceland for five years. We now live on a very different island, in the Pacific
Northwest, where we enjoy a peaceful life. Our family
includes four dogs; Zoey, a mixed breed rescue and three Icelandic Sheepdogs Kol, Rassa, and Thorri. While living in Iceland, our family bred a litter with our first Icelandic Sheepdog, Perla
frá Ólafsvöllum, "The Pearl from”, Ólafsvöllum, IS00002/72.
Perla was one of the first Iceland Dogs recorded in North America and you can read more about her on the page entitled
Perla frá Ólafsvöllum. Her progeny can be found throughout our international community. Kol, Kaepa and
Gledi all come from her line. Brief
History The breed was on the
brink of extinction in the 1960's when Sigríður Pétursdóttir and Sir Mark Watson brought them
back to life. Perla was a product of Pétursdóttir's (Ólafsvöllum) kennel
and I am grateful to Ms. Pétursdóttir for her lifetime commitment to this amazing breed and, of course, for
my first dog, Perla. Sigríður was presented with the Falcon Award by Iceland’s President in 2007 for her
contribution to the breed and you can read more about Sigríður and the history of the Iceland Dog on her page.
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| Kol took Reserve Best in Show on this day |
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| Eyjahunda Roki and Roskur at five weeks (2008 Litter) |
The cute little guy on the right, Roskur, is now International
& National Jungend IABCA Conformation Champion. His brother, "Roki" is a Therapy Dog working with his mom in
support of her counseling practice. Both pups have exceptional temperaments. One of Roskur's
favorite activities is climbing the apple tree in his backyard so that he can see over the fence. Quite a feat for such a
young dog.
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| Rassie completed her National Championship in May of 2008 |
The Eyjahunda Pack In
the photograph above, I am pictured with Kol, the direct descendant of Perla. On April 21, 2007, Kol took Reserve Best in
Show under Judge Butch Bennett (pictured) at the St. Helens UKC All Breed Show after finishing her championship under Judge
Matthew Proctor earlier that morning (below). The ISD is not a table breed, just makes for easier picture taking.
Kol is a very showy girl. While beauty is important to us, we place a higher
value on type (breeding to the standard), health, working ability and excellent structure. We value the traditional
type of the Icelandic Sheepdog described in the standard and respect Iceland's authority in this matter. When evaluating
Kol’s structure, Pat Hastings said, “You can do anything you want with this dog.” We have. Kol is my best
buddy and goes everywhere I do.
Kol started
her career working in a juvenile hall. You can read more about her work with the girls on the Therapy Dog page. She is remarkably
intelligent and has succeeded in herding, obedience, and conformation trials. She is wonderful with children as is typical
of the breed. We value the “total dog” and believe Kol is an excellent representative of the breed.
In 2007, we visited friends and kennels and drove the Ring Road in Iceland. It truly was the trip
of a lifetime. We ended what was a perfect trip by bringing home a second Icelandic Sheepdog, Kersins Kolrassa Krokridandi.
“Rassa’s” father won Best in Show at Iceland's DIF conformation event in 2006, 2007 & 2008. Like
her father, Rassie is a beautiful red sable girl with an amazing, sweet temperament. In February of 2008, Rassa became
a UKC Champion. She is a very special part of our family. We look forward to July 1, 2010, when the breed will be fully recognized
by AKC and we can begin competing for AKC CH titles.
We added a male to our pack in 2010. Eyjahunda Thorarinn did
very well in his structural evaluation with Pat Hastings, is the picture of health, has a beautiful temperament and is very
typical of the Iceland Dog in appearance. He also has beautiful dew claws, very nice bone and is as smart as can be.
He will begin herding training this year.
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| Zoey, Hana and Rassie take a nap. We lost Hana to cancer in 2009 after her 14th birthday. |
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| Rassie the Water Dog December, 2008 |
Our Standards We believe the Icelandic Sheepdog should be the versatile, all around farm dog that it was 2000 years ago.
Our dogs participate in obedience, conformation shows, therapy dog activities, and pass a herding instinct test. They are
evaluated by Pat Hastings to insure that they are structurally sound and meet the FCI Icelandic Sheepdog Standard of Excellence.
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| A young Kol demonstrates great interest in herding |
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| Rassie and Kol teach Shellie (Haven's Icelandics) how they love to pull. April, 09 Photo: M.Pease |
We hold the Viking tradition in high regard and conform to the standards and ideals set forth by the country
of origin. We value the International community of Icelandic Sheepdog Fanciers and participate in educational programs whenever
possible. Our Commitment to Health Eyjahunda
Icelandics is a proud voluntary participant in the Icelandic Sheepdog Association of America's (ISAA) Canine Health Information
Center (CHIC) Program. Our dogs are health tested and meet the breeding requirements as set forth by the ISAA. We do all we
can to insure that this amazing breed remains healthy, a viable working animal and loving family member.
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| Kol and Eyjahunda puppy May 2008. Kol is an exceptional mother and produced an outstanding litter. |
| See more of this litter on the 2008 Litter page |
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| And here is that same puppy, Roskur, in Dec of 2009. Quite the clown he has turned out to be. |
Our Committment to
the International Community (ISIC)
Eyjahunda Icelandics follows the guidelines recommended by the Icelandic
Sheepdog International Cooperation's (ISIC) Breeding Committee. These standards were developed based on research of the
ISIC countries in cooperation with the scientific community in support of the continued health of the breed. If you would
like to review these standards, please email us and we will send you a copy of the standards.
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| Eyjahunda Falki at 6 months |
| Update from Kol's 2009 litter. |
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| Eyjahunda Roskur at 22 months of age. Happy boy! |
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| Graham and Eyjahunda Bragi "Bry" in USA Today April, 2009 |
INT/Nat Jugund CH Eyjahunda Bragi, CGC and his dad, Graham Barnes made the USA Today Newspaper
in an article entitled "Dog loving CEOs have a few tips for the Obamas and Bo." Mr. Barnes is CEO of Concerro and
Bry is pictured here at 9 months of age.
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| Bry all grown up. He was BOB this day in Portland, WA and is working on his AKC Championship. |
| 2008 Litter Update |
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| Eyjahunda Roki at 21 months. Roki is a therapy dog working with his mom in private practice. |
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| Multiple BIM Eyjahunda Dagny, IT, RN, CGC and her kid, Ashton |
The Icelandic Sheepdog
Today, Icelandic Sheepdogs can be found all over the world. Icelandic Sheep Dogs are bred in many color variations
and two coat lengths, short and long. They are herding dogs, loving companions, highly intelligent, and loyal.
Is this a wonderful breed? Absolutely; it is the most wonderful breed for the right person or family. The Icelandic
Sheepdog is an athletic herding dog that uses its voice to drive sheep. Some Icelandic Sheepdogs bark more than others. Visitors
will be enthusiastically greeted with a wagging tail, grin (true!) and barking.
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| Kol "Snownose" at one year |
Also used
to guard the flock from birds of prey, the Icelandic Sheepdog is in her element when she gets sufficient exercise and is treated
as an immediate member of your family. This is not a breed that can be left in a crate for more than a few hours at a time.
They are extremely loyal and want to be with you and your family at all times.
If you live in a small home, it is vital that you are an active person or can adequately exercise your
dog. The Icelandic will be happiest when included in the family’s daily life. We encourage you to research the breed
and be sure this is a good match for you. The Icelandic Sheepdog is a healthy breed and will be a beloved member of your family
for 10 to 15 years.
Please feel free to contact us if you would like further information about the breed, to request a Judges Education
Packet or to find out more about our expected litter. You can use the form on the “contact us” page
or give us a call using the number below. We look forward to hearing from you.
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| Eyjahunda pup learning how to howl 5.25.08 |
Our Commitment to the Breed
PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATIONS The Icelandic Sheepdog
Association of America (ISAA - The official AKC Parent club for the ISD in the United States) The American Kennel Club (AKC) The Icelandic Kennel Club (HRFI) The
Icelandic Sheepdog Breed Club in Iceland (DIF - The official FCI Parent Club for the ISD in Iceland) - Norðvestur Icelandic Sheepdog Chapter (NISC)
- The Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
Islandsk
Farehund (IF - The official Danish Icelandic Sheepdog FCI parent club)
PROFESSIONAL
TRAINING: - August, 2006: Pat Hastings Structure
Seminar - Canada
- April, 2007: Carmelo Battaglia, Ph.D. "Breeding
Better Dogs" Two Day Seminar - Canada
- August, 2007 -
Icelandic Sheepdog History Presentation by AKC Judge Pat Putman who worked for Sir Mark Watson as a young woman.
August, 2007 - Icelandic Sheepdog History by Sigríður Pétursdóttir in Selfoss Iceland. October, 2007 - Structure Seminar by AKC judge Pat Putman.
November, 2007 - Institute for Advanced
Breed Study. Presented Judges Education Seminar on the Icelandic Sheepdog to 32 AKC Judges at the Judges Association
of Washington in Seattle. April,
2008: Interview with Sigridur Petersdottir in Selfoss, Iceland. April, 2008: Attended ISIC Meeting, Gulfoss, Iceland. April,
2008: Visited five ISD kennels in Iceland. October,
2008: Icelandic Sheepdog International Cooperation (ISIC) Breeding Seminar, Copenhagen, Denmark October, 2008 Visit five FCI ISD kennels in Denmark. April, 2009 Attended Pat Hastings' Puppy Evaluation Seminar with ISAA Breeding Review and Compliance
Committee members Maggy Pease, Shellie Greyhavens & Terry Warnock. Participated in introduction to temperament/mentality
testing for the ISD and introduction to rare lines study in the ISD from Certified DKK evaluator and President of IF
Breeding Committee, Else Westermann.
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Eyjahunda Icelandic Sheepdogs Contact Information: 800.970.4752
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