Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog

Compare the Bearded Collie to the Old English Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bearded Collies and Old English Sheepdogs.

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-11 Years
Height
20-22 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
40-60 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Eye diseases
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bearded Collie
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Fawn
Fawn
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue and White
Blue and White
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle and White
Brown
Brown
Gray
Gray
Gray and White
Gray and White
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