Old English Sheepdog
Herding group · Large size · From England
An adaptable, smart, gentle drover from western England — the shaggy 'Dulux dog' with hidden eyes.
AdaptableSmartGentle
Lifespan
10–12 years
Weight (M)
60–100 lbs
Height (M)
22–24"
Coat
long
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
Moderate
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
High
Grooming effort
Very High
Drooling
Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
Very High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
High
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Moderate
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Cataracts
- • Hypothyroidism
- • Deafness
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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