Labrador Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog

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

Labrador Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
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
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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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