Irish Terrier vs Old English Sheepdog

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

Irish Terrier vs Old English Sheepdog
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-11 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
21-27 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1875 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
None to Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
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
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
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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