Old English Sheepdog vs Miniature Poodle

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

Old English Sheepdog vs Miniature Poodle
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
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General Details
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-11 Years
14-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
12-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
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
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
High
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Old English Sheepdog
Miniature Poodle
Breed Colors
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
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Au Lait
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
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