Best Dog Food for Old English Sheepdogs — Nutrition That Matches the Breed
Old English Sheepdogs have a famous shaggy double coat and large herding frame. Omega-rich, clean freeze-dried raw supports their coat, joints, and active energy.
What Old English Sheepdogs need most from their food
The Old English Sheepdog's profuse coat and herding build shape their needs:
Coat Quality
The profuse, shaggy double coat depends heavily on protein and omega-3s for health.
Joint & Hip Health
Anti-inflammatory omega-3s and lean body weight support the joints large breeds are predisposed to strain.
Energy & Lean Muscle
Highly bioavailable protein fuels working energy and athletic muscle.
Digestive Health
Highly digestible, single-protein whole-food nutrition reduces digestive burden.
Why freeze-dried raw is right for Old English SheepdogsOld English Sheepdogs
Old English Sheepdogs are large, agile herding dogs famous for their profuse, shaggy double coat — a coat that depends heavily on quality protein and omega-3s. As an active large breed, they also need energy fuel and joint support, and the breed can have a somewhat sensitive stomach.
Loyal Saints supports the breed with omega-3s for the iconic coat and joints, bioavailable protein for herding energy and muscle, and clean, digestible nutrition. Human-grade, no fillers, no synthetic premix.
Formula recommendation for Old English Sheepdogs
Turkey + Salmon Formula
The top pick — salmon oil omega-3s support the profuse double coat and the joints of a large active breed.
Shop Turkey + Salmon Formula →Beef Formula
Our bestseller — higher protein density for very active Old English Sheepdogs.
Shop Beef Formula →The proof is in King.
Loyal Saints was built because of one dog's transformation. King — Kristina Voltin's dog — developed chronic digestive issues and food allergies eating processed food. She formulated a human-grade, whole-food, freeze-dried raw diet and King's health transformed. Every formula is held to that standard: would I feed this to King?
For Old English Sheepdogs owners navigating the same questions Kristina faced — about ingredients, about what's really in the bag, about whether the food is actually good — Loyal Saints is the answer she built for them.
Read King's story →What's not in it — matters for Old English Sheepdogs.
The breed's profuse coat is built from clean nutrition; omega-3s and quality protein support coat, joints, and herding energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dog food for an Old English Sheepdog?
An omega-rich diet for the profuse coat plus quality protein for energy and joints. Turkey + Salmon supports the shaggy double coat and joints; Beef adds protein density. Both are clean and human-grade.
How do I care for an Old English Sheepdog's coat?
The profuse double coat depends on dietary protein and omega-3s. Turkey + Salmon supports coat health and density. The breed requires significant grooming — quality nutrition supports the coat from within, while regular grooming manages the rest.
How much should I feed my Old English Sheepdogs?
Old English Sheepdogs typically weigh 60–100 lbs, needing roughly 1¾ cups–2½ cups of rehydrated Loyal Saints daily, split into two meals. Adjust to body condition and activity; large breeds benefit from measured meals to reduce bloat risk.
Is freeze-dried raw good for an Old English Sheepdog?
Yes. Start with single-protein Chicken (gentlest, most digestible) using a 7–10 day transition, or Beef for more protein density. All formulas are complete, human-grade, and free of fillers and synthetic premixes.
Shaggy coat, active fuel.Old English Sheepdogs
Omega-rich, high-protein, clean. Built for the Old English Sheepdog. ~$2–3/day with Halo Club.
