Old English Sheepdog
The keen, kind Old English Sheepdog makes a great--and a great big--family dog.
Height: 21 inches at shoulder and up
Weight: males are 80 to 100 pounds; females are 60 to 85 pounds
Coat: thick and shaggy
Life span: 10 to 12 years or more
Breed Group: Herding Dogs
The Old English Sheepdog is a large, athletic dog with an unmistakable shaggy coat. The Old English Sheepdog was historically a drover, helping farmers drive cattle and sheep to the market. Today, the good-natured Old English Sheepdog enjoys the comfort of home life and still competes in conformation, obedience, agility, and herding trials. He's an adaptable, intelligent dog with an easygoing disposition.
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General Characteristics
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Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
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Tendency to bark or howl
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
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Good for novice owners