Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Comparison – Which dog is better Bas-Rouge or Tervuren?

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Name	Beauceron	Belgian Tervuren
Origins	France	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	141	103
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Tervuren
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Is the Beauceron bigger than the Belgian Tervuren breed? Is a Beauceron smaller than a Belgian Tervuren?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren weight comparison:	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Is a Beauceron taller than a Belgian Tervuren?	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Beauceron and Belgian Tervuren?	$1200-$1500	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren smarter? Which is best? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren intelligence:	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren trainability comparison. What's the difference between Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren social needs comparison:	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren? Which can be better for hunting?	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren playfulness comparison:	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Belgian Tervuren indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Belgian Tervuren dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Beauceron more dangerous than a Belgian Tervuren?	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren mouthiness comparison:	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren lifespan comparison. How long do Beauceron and Belgian Tervuren breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Beauceron and Belgian Tervuren?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren energy level comparison:	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Does the Beauceron breed eat more than the Belgian Tervuren breed?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Beauceron and Belgian Tervuren color? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren color comparison:	Black Gray Tan Rust	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Do Beauceron dogs shed more than Belgian Tervuren dogs?	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is more friendly?	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren?	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Can a Beauceron and a Belgian Tervuren be friends? Do Beauceron dogs get along with Belgian Tervuren dogs?	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beauceron or Belgian Tervuren? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren?	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Beauceron and Belgian Tervuren have? Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren litter size comparison:	6-7 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Beauceron vs Belgian Tervuren Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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