English Setter vs Old English Sheepdog

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

English Setter vs Old English Sheepdog
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1825 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Setter
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
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below 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
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Setter
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
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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