Old English Sheepdog
The Old English Sheepdog is a large, athletic breed famous for its shaggy double coat and distinctive 'pot-cascading' bark. Originally bred for driving cattle and sheep, these 'Bobtails' are now beloved family companions known for their gentle, clownish personalities and devotion to their owners.
Size
Large
Weight
30–46 kg
Height
51–61 cm
Lifespan
10–12 years
Characteristics
Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Compatibility
✓
Kids
✓
Other Dogs
✓
Strangers
✓
Apartments
✗
First-time Owners
Common Health Issues
- • Hip Dysplasia
- • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- • Hypothyroidism
- • Deafness
- • Cataracts