Old English Sheepdog vs Saint Bernard

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

Old English Sheepdog vs Saint Bernard
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
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General Details
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
25½-27½ Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
110-200 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Switzerland
Origin Year
1800 AD
1695 AD
Temperament
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
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
Saint Bernard
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
20-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Bloat
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Old English Sheepdog
Saint Bernard
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
Brown and White
Brown and White
Mahogany and White
Mahogany and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
Rust and White
Rust and White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Orange
White and Orange
White and Red
White and Red
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