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OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG

THIS GOOD-TEMPERED AND INTELLIGENT DOG NEEDS FREQUENT GROOMING AKC

Height range This breed is considered to be native to the UK, although it may have its
22–24 in (56–61 cm) earliest origins in various types of continental sheepdog. It was once the
Weight range custom to completely dock the tails of Old English Sheepdogs, and the
60–99 lb (27–45 kg)
alternative name of Bobtail Sheepdog is still sometimes used. This big,
Life span Over 10 years strong dog requires a great deal of exercise and preferably wide open
Origin UK spaces to work off its energy. Its owner should
be prepared to devote time and care to daily
Eyes grooming to prevent the heavy, shaggy coat
obscured
by coat from becoming tangled and matted.
Other colors
White markings on
head, neck, and chest
Gray
Any shade of gray, grizzle, or Small ears
blue. Body and hindquarters covered by coat
of solid color, with no white
patches.

Adult and puppy
Deep, relatively
short body

Longer coat on
hindquarters

Very thick, shaggy,
blue coat with
white markings

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