Old English Sheepdog vs Alano Espanol

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

Old English Sheepdog vs Alano Espanol
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
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General Details
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
11-14 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
22-25 Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
75-88 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Spain
Origin Year
1800 AD
1300 AD
Temperament
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
11-14 Years
Health Concerns
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Old English Sheepdog
Alano Espanol
Breed Colors
Black and White
Blue
Blue and White
Blue Merle and White
Brown
Gray
Gray and White
Fawn
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