Old English Sheepdog vs Scottish Deerhound

Compare the Old English Sheepdog to the Scottish Deerhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Old English Sheepdogs and Scottish Deerhounds.

Old English Sheepdog vs Scottish Deerhound
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
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General Details
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-11 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
28-32 Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
75-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
8-11 Years
Health Concerns
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Scruffy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Old English Sheepdog
Scottish Deerhound
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
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Gray
Blue Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray Brindle
Gray Brindle
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