Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Australian Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Old English Sheepdogs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Choose an Australian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Old English Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

England

Basque Shepherd

scottish bearded collie, russian owtchar

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Herding (AKC:1991 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:1888 & UKC)

Blue
Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Blue

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Old English Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

Australian Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Old English Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Old English Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Old English Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Old English Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Australian Shepherd minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Old English Sheepdog excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Australian Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Old English Sheepdogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Australian Shepherd dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Old English Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Go to Beach, Walk, Frisbee, Hike, Backpacking, High Five, Speak, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Tug-of-war, Play, Run, Chase, Jogging, Being chased, Tug of war, Running, Walks, Fetch, Sticks, Toys, Fetching, Napping, Kissing, Jumping, Heel, Squirrel gazing, Stare, Greet humans

Walk, Eating Snacks, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Sniff, Run, Fetch, Swim, Play, Sleep

Australian Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Old English Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old English Sheepdog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Shepherds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Old English Sheepdogs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Old English Sheepdogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Old English Sheepdog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Old English Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Old English Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Old English Sheepdogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Old English Sheepdogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Australian Shepherds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Old English Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Old English Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.