Golden Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog

Compare the Golden Retriever to the Old English Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Golden Retrievers and Old English Sheepdogs.

Golden Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1865 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
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
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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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