Shaved Old English Sheepdog

NOTE: It is not a requirement that your sheepdog be shaved. Some owners prefer to keep the hair long all year. If you prefer a dog in full coat, however, you will need the discipline to commit to the added grooming requirements.

Can you clip an Old English Sheepdog?

Shaggy cut: many people will simply want their Old English Sheepdog to have a trim. In these cases, the hair is cut evenly over the body and will hang over their face. The hair can become problematic if it is too long on the legs or undercarriage, so this area is usually trimmed also.

How often do Old English Sheepdogs need to be groomed?

The Old English Sheep Dog or OES has a profuse, harsh and rough double coat with a dense, soft, fine undercoat that is weather resistant to withstand extreme conditions. Grooming is suggested for 4-week intervals to clean ears, clip nails, check anal glands and insure the coat and skin are in healthy condition.

Do Old English Sheepdogs have an undercoat?

As mentioned above, the Old English sheepdog has a dense, rough outer coat, with another layer of soft undercoat to help deal with extreme weather conditions.

How do you groom a Sheepadoodle?

Regular brushing is an absolute must to avoid matting and to keep your pup healthy. We recommend brushing your Doodle every day or at minimum three times a week. For very curly Poodle-like hair, the best brushes are pin brushes, slicker brushes, and combs.

How long does it take for Old English sheepdog hair to grow back?

Many people who do not want to do all the work required to maintain a full coat simply shave their sheepdog down once or twice a year, and brush the shorter coat every couple of weeks to maintain. If shaved right down, the coat grows back in at a rate of approximately ½” to 1” a month.

How much exercise do Old English Sheepdogs need?

Ideally, a large, secure garden or walks in areas with lots of open space are perfect for Old English Sheepdogs. Your Old English Sheepdog will need a minimum of two hours exercise every day. This should be split into several walks with off-lead time in a secure area, spread across the day.