The Old English Sheepdog is recognized by its long, thick, shaggy gray and white coat. The fur can cover the face and eyes, but they do not shed unless brushed. Other recognizable traits are its short and compact body, ears that lie flat to the head, and a commonly docked tail. They emerged in England from early breeds of herding dogs, and after its entry at a show in Birmingham, England in the late 19th century, the breed became a popular show dog. The Old English Sheepdog is known to be intelligent, social, and adaptable, and the breed is a good fit for a rural setting.
Old English Sheepdogs have a withers height between 20”-24” (51-61 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 60-100 lb (27-45 kg). The Old English Sheepdog has an overall body length of roughly 28”-33” (71-84 cm), standing height between 24”-28" (61-71 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
The Old English Sheepdog is recognized by its long, thick, shaggy gray and white coat. The fur can cover the face and eyes, but they do not shed unless brushed. Other recognizable traits are its short and compact body, ears that lie flat to the head, and a commonly docked tail. They emerged in England from early breeds of herding dogs, and after its entry at a show in Birmingham, England in the late 19th century, the breed became a popular show dog. The Old English Sheepdog is known to be intelligent, social, and adaptable, and the breed is a good fit for a rural setting.
Old English Sheepdogs have a withers height between 20”-24” (51-61 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 60-100 lb (27-45 kg). The Old English Sheepdog has an overall body length of roughly 28”-33” (71-84 cm), standing height between 24”-28" (61-71 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
