Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Tenacious
Cheerful

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

Borgis are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

England

United States

scottish bearded collie, russian owtchar

Border Collie and Welsh Corgi

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

Red
Sable
Black
Fawn
White
Blue
Gray

Old English Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Borgis have medium-length coats.

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 Borgi can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Degenerative Myelopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

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

Going on drives, Tug of war, Swimming, Long walks, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Run, Hide & Seek, Walk, Treat, Car rides, Cuddles, Walking, Training, Play, Playing fetch, Water, Hike, Swim

Old English Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Borgis are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Borgi, it's at least 12 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 Borgis usually need at least 60 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 Borgi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Borgi 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 Borgi 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 Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Borgi is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Borgis 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.

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

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

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