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Old English Sheepdog Complete Profile
Dog Health Conditions And Terms You Should Know, Part 3...
Continued from part two.
Epilepsy/seizure disorder
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Key Facts:Continued from part two.
Epilepsy/seizure disorder
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Size: Large
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Height: Above 54 cm (21 inches)Peeing on the carpet, knocking you down, or stealing dinner off the counter are all signs that your dog doesn't respect your rules. In .....
Weight: About 30 kg (66 lb)
Life Span: 13 years
Grooming: Very demanding
Exercise: Medium
Feeding: Medium
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Temperament: Friendly & outgoingWhy The Food You Give Your Dog Matters!
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Country of Origin: England
AKC Group: Herding
Symptoms Of Pain And Illness In Dogs
Dog owners, who recognize the early signs and symptoms of illness or pain in their dogs, will not only relieve their loved one's suffering but .....
Other Names: BobtailDog owners, who recognize the early signs and symptoms of illness or pain in their dogs, will not only relieve their loved one's suffering but .....
Physical Characteristics:
General Appearance: Ambling walk, shaggy, strong and compact.
Colour: Grey, grizzle, blue or blue merle, with or without white markings.
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Coat: The outer coat is shaggy, hard in texture and harsh. The undercoat is waterproof.Have you been shopping and shopping for just the right dog tag, without finding what you're looking for to suit your dog's personality' Choose your .....
Tail: Commonly docked completely or from the first joint.
Ears: Small and carried flat against the side of the head.
Body: The body is quite short and compact. The loins are strong and slightly arched and the shoulders are sloping. The chest is well developed and the brisket is deep and full.
Temperament:
Trustworthy, bold, agile, active and good-natured. Old English Sheepdogs love being part of a family and are a very adaptable breed. They socialize well with other dogs, children and family pets. They greet strangers warmly and are not particularly alert. They can be boisterous in nature and will join in every possible activity with great enthusiasm. Old English Sheepdogs want to please their handlers and rarely show dominant behaviour, however training can be slow.
Grooming:
Grooming with these dogs is very demanding. They require regular, thorough brushing as least once a week. When the coat is moulting its quite possible that a rubbish bag full of hair can be collected after a brush. If the coat is left ungroomed for a length of time it will quickly become matted to a degree that leaves little alternative but to clip. Old English Sheepdogs that are being shown should have a higher rear than the shoulders, which is achieved when the hair is groomed upwards. It is also important that the ears are kept free of dirt and ......
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