Old English Sheepdog has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Barbet has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Old English Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Barbets are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Companionable
Intelligent
Obedient
Cheerful
Joyful

Old English Sheepdogs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Barbets shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Old English Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Barbets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

England

France

scottish bearded collie, russian owtchar

Water dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1800s

1500s

Herding (AKC:1888 & UKC)

Sporting
Gun dog (UKC)

Blue
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Pied

Old English Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Barbets have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

An Old English Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Barbet can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Old English Sheepdogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Barbets have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Old English Sheepdog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Barbets are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Old English Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Barbets thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Old English Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Barbet has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Old English Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Barbets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Old English Sheepdog excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Barbet minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Old English Sheepdogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Barbet dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Old English Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Barbet dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walk, Eating Snacks, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Sniff, Run, Fetch, Swim, Play, Sleep

Fetch, Walking, Walk, Play, Dressing up

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old English Sheepdog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barbet, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Old English Sheepdogs usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Barbets usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Old English Sheepdogs have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Barbet requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Old English Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Barbet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Old English Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Barbet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Old English Sheepdog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Barbets are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Barbets have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Old English Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Barbets are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Old English Sheepdogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Barbets are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Old English Sheepdogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Barbets are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Old English Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Barbets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Old English Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Barbets are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Old English Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Barbets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.