Check out Shep for a glimpse of a typical busy English Shepherd. Males are usually larger than females and dogs over 60 pounds are less common and defintly not preferred. The breed developed locally so different sizes, types or lines are common. The breed is generally considered a medium sized dog. The English Shepherd head and neck are carried slightly raised.
Ears are usually a low semi-prick, close to the head, and raised when alert.
The skull is wide with only a very slight dome. The muzzle is moderately broad with a scissor bite. The gaze will express intelligence and alertness. The English Shepherd coat is glossy, straight or wavy, and about 2 inches long. The topline is straight, the bushy tail is carried in a downward sweep, with the tip of bone reaching the hock.