Old English Sheepdog breeds

# Breed AKC group Size Weight Lifespan
87 Old English SheepdogA big, shaggy, cheerful herding dog from England with a profuse grey and white coat, bred to drive livestock and now valued as a clownish family companion. Herding Group Large 60 to 100 lb 10 to 12 years

Ranked by the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration popularity. The three breeds it recognized in January 2026 follow. Weights are typical adult ranges; sizes are this site's classes: small under 25 lb, medium 25 to 60 lb, large over 60 lb.