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The Tervuren is a variety of Belgian Shepherd Dog (the others being Mallinois, Groenendael, and Laekenois). They make superb sheepdogs, guide dogs, police dogs, guard dogs, sniffer dogs, and great pets. They are very trusting and loyal, and are willing to live anywhere as long as you give them time to release their boundless energy. In looks, they are similar to German Shepherds but their fur is much longer and they have much sharper features, and slightly larger feet. I personally love them :)
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When was the Belgian Tervuren recognized by the AKC?
The Belgian Tervuren was recognized by the AKC in 1959.
What is a good name for a male Belgian Tervuren?
Papadopulous
What is a good name for a female Belgian Tervuren?
Fluffy
How many belgian tervuren are registered each year?
Approximately 300-400 Belgian Tervuren dogs are registered each year with the American Kennel Club (AKC). The number may vary slightly from year to year.
What is the difference between Belgian tervuren and German shepherd?
The Belgian Tervuren is more squarely built than the German Shepherd, has a longer coat, is lighter of foot, greater overall speed and has smaller ears. The German Shepherd has a louder bark, longer tail and has a more sloping top line than the Belgian Tervuren. The Belgian Tervuren's coat always has black tipped guard hairs. The German Shepherd tends to shed more frequently. There is also a size difference being that the German Shepherd is slightly larger and longer than the Tervuren. Once you see them side by side, the differences are very apparent and you will never mistake a Terv for a German Shepherd. I believe the Belgian Tervuren is a more serious herder and is probably not as good with children because he tends to chase and nip in order to keep them in line but this is just a general observation. Both are great dogs!
What is a Belgian Tervuren called in Belgium?
In French, it is called "berger de Tervueren". In Dutch, I believe it is "Tervurense herder".
What breed looks like a German Shepard not small?
There are several breeds that look very similar to a German Shepherd. These are: 1) Silhoh Shepherd 2) Belgian Tervuren 3) Belgian Laekenois 4) Belgian Malinois 5) Belgian Groenendael 6) Anatolian Shepherd Dog 7) Beauceron
What breed looks like a small German Shepard?
There are several breeds that look very similar to a German Shepherd. These are: 1) Silhoh Shepherd 2) Belgian Tervuren 3) Belgian Laekenois 4) Belgian Malinois 5) Belgian Groenendael 6) Anatolian Shepherd Dog 7) Beauceron
What was the Belgian Tervuren first bred for?
The Belgian Tervuren was named for the Belgian village of Tervuren. It is one of the four varieties of the Belgian Sheepdogs, the Belgian Tervuren, Belgian Groenendael, Belgian Malinois and the less popular Belgian Laekenois, which all share a common foundation. In most countries and breed clubs all four dogs are considered the same breed with different varieties in coat types. All four dogs share a breed standard in all countries accept for the AKC who since 1959 recognizes them as separate breeds and does not recognize one of the four (the Laekenois), whereas the UKC, who is also a U.S. registry does recognize all four varieties as one breed. Versatile and highly intelligent, all four varieties of the Belgian Sheepdog excel at a variety of talents, including but not limited to police work such as, narcotics and bomb detection, protection and schutzhund, search and rescue, also obedience, agility, tracking, herding, sled and cart pulling and as a guide for the blind and assistant to the disabled. These high energy, extremely intelligent dogs need leadership, to be challenged, and well exercised daily and therefore are not for everyone, but can make an excellent family companion with the right owners. The Belgian Malinois was the first of the four sheepdogs to establish type. Until the other four were established in type they were called "Berger Belge a poil court autre que Malinois", which meant "Belgian short-coated Sheepdog who is not the Malinois." Today all four sheepdogs are popular in Belgian. Today the Laekenois and Malinois more often used as working type dogs, than the Belgian Groenendael and Tervuren but all types still make excellent workers.
Is the Belgian Tervuren or the German Shepherd Dog larger?
Pretty much the same build and size, just different face shapes and fur colour/pattern.
What are the best tips for training a Belgian Tervuren puppy?
Training a Belgian Tervuren puppy requires consistency, positive reinforcement, and patience. Start with basic commands like sit, stay, and come. Use rewards like treats and praise to encourage good behavior. Socialize your puppy early to help them become well-adjusted adults. Establish a routine for feeding, exercise, and potty breaks. Seek professional training help if needed.
How big can a Belgians be?
Belgians, such as the Belgian Malinois or Belgian Tervuren, can range in size but generally stand between 22-26 inches at the shoulder and weigh 40-75 pounds. They are medium to large-sized dogs with a well-proportioned build.
