The Old English Sheepdog is a large, shaggy herding breed with a distinctive rolling gait and a bear-like appearance. Playful, adaptable, and gentle, the OES is a devoted family dog known for its intelligence and comical personality. Their profuse double coat requires substantial grooming commitment, but their warm temperament makes them beloved companions.
There is no dog I have ever owned who expressed joy more fully than my Old English Sheepdog. She runs with her whole body, greets with her whole heart, and loves with her whole soul. She makes every person she meets feel special. She is warm and funny and endlessly entertaining. The grooming is real…
Read full review →I knew the OES needed grooming but nothing prepared me for the reality. My boy mats within three days of brushing if I am not diligent. I went through three brushes in the first year. He now has a shorter pet clip which is much more manageable but he still needs attention every week. His personality…
Read full review →My OES has found her ideal environment on our smallholding. She has space to run, things to investigate, and my children to supervise. She has a gentle herding instinct she applies to the children when they venture too far and it is endearing. She adapts her energy to the environment and is perfectl…
Read full review →My OES picked up his training commands quickly and performs them reliably. He is motivated by both treats and praise and genuinely seems to enjoy the engagement of working with me. He has participated in obedience classes, rally, and herding trials. His herding instinct is real and strong. He is not…
Read full review →Our Old English Sheepdog has grown up with our children from the time they were toddlers. He has been patient, gentle, and playful through every phase of their growing up. He is twelve now and the grey around his muzzle matches his coat and makes him even more distinguished. He has slowed down but h…
Read full review →My Old English Sheepdog combines the size of a bear, the grace of an enthusiastic toddler, and the humour of a natural comedian. He runs into things, trips over his own feet, and peers at me from behind his fringe with profound earnestness. He is completely devoted to my family and completely unawar…
Read full review →My Old English Sheepdog is the most exuberantly affectionate dog imaginable. He greets everyone who enters our home like a long-lost family member, bouncing and spinning and generally creating a furry storm of joy. He is wonderful with my children and genuinely funny in his interactions with everyon…
Read full review →My OES is everything I wanted in a family dog. She is gentle, playful, and patient with my three young children. She is smart and responsive to training. The coat is the single biggest challenge and it is significant. She mats quickly if I miss brushing sessions and the grooming cost over a year is …
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