Old English Sheepdog Quick Profile
They’re big. They’re hairy. They’re messy. Yet, to Old English Sheepdog fans, these lovable oafs are the best dogs on earth. Many people aren’t prepared for exactly how quickly their cuddly puppy turns into a boisterous teen. Nine or ten month old puppies are frequently dropped off at the pound or local shelter. This little (or should I say big?) guy got lucky – he was adopted by a couple who already have two older Old English Sheepdogs and knew exactly what they were in for when his overwhelmed first owner had to give him up.
If you think you want one of these dogs, just be aware that they are adorable puppies for only a few months and obnoxious teens for two to three long years. However, if you can just make it through that time of excess energy and boundary pushing, most Old English Sheepdogs are wonderful, loving family pets.
We have a four year old female Old English Sheepdog – Miracle. She is just now starting to calm down somewhat, but she still has an amazing amount of energy. You’re right – people don’t know what they are in for. We did because we had owned a male OES for 13 years, and thought he was the greatest dog in the world. Now we have Miracle (Mirra for short), and she is every bit as wonderful. If you want to see her, there’s a cute video of her first encounter with sheep on YouTube:
Margaret Perrottet - November 24, 2011 12:42 am