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16+ Historical Facts About Old English Sheepdogs You Might Not Know

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#16 By the mid-70s, there were 15,000 dogs registered every year, but now this figure is much more modest as people realized the level of responsibility for caring for a dog’s thick coat.

#17 The English Kennel Club recognized the breed in the 1870s. The American Kennel Club recognized the Old English Sheepdog in 1885.

Mary Allen

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Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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