Great Pyrenees vs Old English Sheepdog

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

Great Pyrenees vs Old English Sheepdog
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
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Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Height
25-32 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
85-160 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
Spain
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-3000 BC
1800 AD
Temperament
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
0-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Great Pyrenees
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
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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