Adaptable
Intelligent
Playful
Protective
Bubbly
Loving
Sociable
Funny

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

Spantrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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1800s

Unknown

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
White
Gray
Brown
Fawn

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Old English Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Spantrievers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Spantriever can have a litter of 5-10 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

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes

Allergies
Eye Problems
Idiopathic Epilepsy

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel

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

Spantrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Spantriever, it's at least 9 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 Spantrievers 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 Spantriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Old English Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Spantriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Old English Sheepdog feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Spantriever feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Spantriever 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 Spantriever 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 Spantriever 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.

Spantrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spantrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Spantrievers 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.

The Spantriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.