Herding Group

Old English Sheepdog

Adult Old English Sheepdog standing in grass.

The job

Built as a drover to move cattle and sheep from pasture to market.

Facts

  1. Developed in the 18th century.

  2. Height 22 inches & up (male), 21 inches & up (female). Weight 60-100 pounds.

Photo: Mona. CC BY-SA 3.0. Image source. Sources: American Kennel Club.

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