Old English Sheepdog vs Yorkshire Terrier

Compare the Old English Sheepdog to the Yorkshire Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Old English Sheepdogs and Yorkshire Terriers.

Old English Sheepdog vs Yorkshire Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
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General Details
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
8-9 Inches
Weight
60-100 Pounds
4-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low
Grooming Needs
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
High
High
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
None
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Old English Sheepdog
Yorkshire Terrier
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 and Gold
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
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