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Name	Old English Sheepdog	Australian Shepherd	Great Pyrenees
Origins	England	United States	Spain France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees breeds.	Bobtail	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$600-$800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is easiest to train?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most alert?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most protective?	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare temperaments.	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most playful?	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Old English Sheepdog indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most flexible?	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which uses mouth most during play?	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has fewer health issues?	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most active?	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. What colors are available?	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Red Blue Merle	White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which drools least?	The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Feathered	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best with kids?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Sheepdog or Australian Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most puppies?	5-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Old English Sheepdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Old English Sheepdog, Australian Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most recognition?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	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

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