Old English Sheepdog Puppies for Sale in Sheffield
South Yorkshire city on the edge of the Peak District — popular with working-dog owners. The Old English Sheepdog is a big, shaggy herding breed with a bear-like gait and a famously good-natured character.
Quick answer
How much do Old English Sheepdog puppies cost in Sheffield?
Old English Sheepdog puppies typically cost £1,000–£2,000 in Sheffield. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Old English Sheepdogs live around 10–12 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £1,000–£2,000
- Lifespan
- 10–12 years
- Size
- Large (56–61cm)
- Exercise
- 60–90 minutes daily
Live Old English Sheepdog listings in Sheffield
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Buying a Old English Sheepdog in Sheffield
Old English Sheepdog adverts in Sheffield come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £1,000–£2,000, and demand in and around Sheffield means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on Sheffield adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near Sheffield.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in Sheffield.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Old English Sheepdog adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of Sheffield instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £1,000–£2,000 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in Sheffield are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in Sheffield.
About the Old English Sheepdog
Temperament
Good-humoured, sociable, intelligent
Size
Large (56–61cm)
Lifespan
10–12 years
Exercise needs
60–90 minutes daily
Grooming
Very high — daily brushing or a shorter clip
Best suited to
Active families with grooming time
What to know before buying a Old English Sheepdog in Sheffield
- •The coat mats fast without daily work
- •Still has strong herding instincts
- •Ask about hip scores and eye testing
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Old English Sheepdog buying questions
How much do Old English Sheepdog puppies cost in the UK?+
Old English Sheepdog puppies typically sell for £1,000–£2,000 in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Old English Sheepdog breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Old English Sheepdog a good family pet?+
Old English Sheepdogs suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Old English Sheepdog puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Old English Sheepdog adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Old English Sheepdog puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Old English Sheepdog puppies for sale in Sheffield right now?+
Live Old English Sheepdog listings in Sheffield are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Old English Sheepdog near Sheffield?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Old English Sheepdog sellers in Sheffield checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in Sheffield to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.
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