During the 1400s and 1500s, they were favoured by farmers for their instinctive watchdog and guarding capabilities, as well as for their playful and protective nature. (5/15) by Judy Powell September 26, 2020, 8:32 am Credit Judy Powell 0 Previous 5/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Though they can look grumpy at times, but they are a very affectionate and loving dog. This dog breed will do anything to make their owners happy. Next article The Old English Sheepdog is a large, athletic dog breed with an unmistakable shaggy coat. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.