Belgian Tervuren vs Old English Sheepdog

Compare the Belgian Tervuren to the Old English Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Tervurens and Old English Sheepdogs.

Belgian Tervuren vs Old English Sheepdog
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
Belgium
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1895 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream and Black
Cream and Black
Fawn and Black
Fawn and Black
Mahogany and Black
Mahogany and Black
Silver and Black
Silver and Black
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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