Old English Sheepdog

The Old English Sheepdog is a large breed of dog that emerged in England from early types of herding dog. Obsolete names for the breed include Shepherd's Dog and bob-tailed sheep-dog. The nickname Bob-tail (or Bobtail) originates from how dogs of the breed traditionally had their tails docked. Old English Sheepdogs can grow very long coats with fur covering the face and eyes and do not shed unless brushed.

Old English Sheepdog
A show-standard Old English Sheepdog
OriginEngland
Traits
Height Males 61 centimetres (24 in) and upwards
Females 56 centimetres (22 in) and upwards
Weight Males 36–46 kilograms (79–101 lb)
Females 30–40 kilograms (66–88 lb)
Coat Double Coat
Colour Any shade of grey, grizzle, black, blue, or blue merle, with optional white markings
Kennel club standards
The Kennel Club standard
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)
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