Belgian Sheepdog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Old English Sheepdog has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Belgian Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Old English Sheepdogs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Choose a Belgian Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Old English Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Belgium

England

Shepherd Dog

scottish bearded collie, russian owtchar

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Herding (AKC:1912 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:1888 & UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

A Belgian Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Old English Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

Belgian Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Old English Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Belgian Sheepdog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Old English Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Belgian Sheepdogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Old English Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Sheepdogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Old English Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Belgian Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Old English Sheepdog excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Old English Sheepdogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Old English Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Playing Ball, Walk, Run, Keep away, Hike, Swim, Frizbee, Canoeing, Chase, Long walks, Hiking, Eating Snacks

Walk, Eating Snacks, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Sniff, Run, Fetch, Swim, Play, Sleep

Belgian Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Old English Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old English Sheepdog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Belgian Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Old English Sheepdogs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Belgian Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Old English Sheepdogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Sheepdog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Old English Sheepdog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Belgian Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Old English Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Old English Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Belgian Sheepdogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Old English Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Belgian Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Old English Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Belgian Sheepdogs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Old English Sheepdogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Belgian Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Old English Sheepdogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Belgian Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Old English Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Belgian Sheepdogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Old English Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.