Bernese Mountain Dog vs Old English Sheepdog

Compare the Bernese Mountain Dog to the Old English Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bernese Mountain Dogs and Old English Sheepdogs.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Old English Sheepdog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-11 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1892 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
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
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
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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