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The Old English Sheepdog is a large breed of dog that emerged in England from early types of herding dog. Other names for the breed include Shepherd's Dog and bob-tailed sheep-dog . [ 1 ] The nickname Bob-tail (or Bobtail ) originates from how dogs of the breed traditionally had their tails docked .
English Sheepdog may refer (vaguely) to either of two dog breeds: English Shepherd; Old English Sheepdog This page was last edited on 28 ...
The English Shepherd is a medium-sized breed of dog, it weighs between 40 and 65 pounds (18 and 29 kg) and stands between 18 and 23 inches (46 and 58 cm), males are typically larger than females.
An Old English Sheepdog An Icelandic Sheepdog A Welsh Sheepdog A sheep dog or sheepdog is generally a dog or breed of dogs historically used in connection with the raising of sheep . These include livestock guardian dogs used to guard sheep and other livestock and herding dogs used to move, manage and control sheep and other livestock.
Their activity level and intelligence makes them excellent canine athletes. The Australian Shepherd, Shetland Sheepdog, Rough Collie, Smooth Collie and Old English Sheepdog are more popular as family companion dogs. [1] Dogs of herding breeds now often live in urban or suburban neighbourhoods.
The Old English Sheepdog was not a sheep herder - it is an ancient breed that was bred to live with and protect sheep from wolves hence its long hair and bulky frame - much like similar breeds that still do that job in Europe. Doh!! — Preceding unsigned comment added by 81.155.241.209 21:24, 24 September 2012 (UTC)
English Shepherd Developed in the U.S. from stock of Farm Collie type originally from Britain. Floppy ears, thick fur, red, black or black-and-tan, with white over shoulders. Not to be confused with the very different Old English Sheepdog. German Coolie Also called Koolie, or German Collie.
The Smithfield, Smithfield Collie or Smithfield Sheepdog is a breed of herding dog. It is a large, strong dog of the collie type. The Smithfield can be black, grey or red with a white collar, or wholly white [ 1 ] and they always possess floppy ears and shaggy hair on the body, face and legs.