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Name	Old English Sheepdog	Cockapoo	Barbet
Origins	England	United States	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	70	196	404
Reviews	1	3	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bobtail	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo	French Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which is the smallest dog, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Large	Small	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Cockapoo? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet weight comparison:	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Height Which is taller, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$900-$1100	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet intelligence:	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet trainability comparison.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet social needs comparison:	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Barbet 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.	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Barbet dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet playfulness comparison:	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.	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 Barbet indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cockapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cockapoo 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.	Barbet 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 Cockapoo vs Barbet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet mouthiness comparison:	Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite
Veterinarian Visits 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 Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet lifespan comparison. How long do Old English Sheepdog, Cockapoo and Barbet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet energy level comparison:	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.	Cockapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet weight gain potential comparison:	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 Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet coat comparison:	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Curly Wavy	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Old English Sheepdog, Cockapoo and Barbet color?	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Gray White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or {name3 shedding:	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which dog is more friendly?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet?	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Barbet 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 Cockapoo vs Barbet?	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cockapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Barbet 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 Cockapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds 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.	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Old English Sheepdog or Cockapoo or Barbet? Which is better for autism?	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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet?	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Old English Sheepdog and Cockapoo and Barbet have?	5-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Old English Sheepdog vs Cockapoo vs Barbet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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