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Tervard Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Tervard so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginGermany flagGermany Belgium flagBelgium
Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Belgian Tervuren and German Shepherd mix

Tervard Size and Weight

Size
Is a Tervard small, medium or large dog?

How big do Tervard get?

What is the average size of a Tervard?

Large
Weight
How much does the Tervard weigh? How much should a Tervard weight? What is the normal weight of a Tervard? How much does a full-grown Tervard weight?
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Tervard?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
How tall is the Tervard? Tervard height:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Tervard?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Tervard Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Tervard puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Tervard in the United States? How much money is a Tervard?

Where to buy a Tervard with a good pedigree?

$800-$2000
If you choose to purchase the Tervard, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Tervard for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Tervard gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Tervard? How many Tervard are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Tervard is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Tervard Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Tervard? Is the Tervard breed dumb or smart?
Outstanding: Tervard is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Tervard is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Tervard dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Tervard?
Tervard dogs are very easy to train. They easily find out the association between commands and actions.
Watchdog Ability
Is Tervard good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Tervard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Tervard dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Tervard dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Tervard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Tervard can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Tervard will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Tervard Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Tervard have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
CuriousEnergeticProtectiveAlertCourageousIntelligentConfidentObedientLoyalAttentiveWatchful
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Tervard sensitivity:
Sensitive: Tervard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Tervard a good family dog?
High: Tervard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Tervard need? Tervard social needs:
Tervard dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Tervard to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Tervard roam?
Tervard dogs are not the biggest explorers. They have low wanderlust potential. Low chance of escaping from home with this breed.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Tervard have high prey drive?
Tervard dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Tervard dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Tervard Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Tervard is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Tervard dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Tervard bark?
Average to High: The Tervard is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Tervard good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Tervard in an apartment?
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 Tervard indoors.

Tervard Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Tervard dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Tervard be left alone? How long can you leave a Tervard alone?
Tervard 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.

Tervard Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Tervard has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Tervard? How much bite force does a Tervard have? How strong is a Tervard bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tervard bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Tervard measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Tervard is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Tervard bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Tervard bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Tervard puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Tervard, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Tervard bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Tervard can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Tervard bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Tervard? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Tervard? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Tervard has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Tervard do?
Tervard dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Tervard dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Tervard Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Tervard dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Tervards are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Tervard breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Tervard breed? Most common health risks of Tervard:
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia AllergiesCancerProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Von Willebrand's DiseaseBloatEpilepsyBlindnessCherry EyeElbow DysplasiaDiabetesHeart DiseaseRetinal DysplasiaDemodectic MangeDegenerative MyelopathyWobbler's SyndromePanosteitisHemophilia BMegaesophagusCushing's SyndromeLens LuxationExocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyChronic DiarrheaCruciate Ligament RuptureDigestive ProblemsHemophilia AHypertrophic OsteodystrophyLupusMyasthenia GravisNail Bed DiseaseOsteochondrosisPannusParalysisPerianal FistulaSeborrheaVitiligo
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Tervard breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Tervard see the vet?
Rare
The Tervard should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Tervard dogs live? How old can a Tervard be? What is the age limit of the Tervard? How many years can the oldest Tervard live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Tervard?

How long is the lifespan of a Tervard?

12-14 years
The average lifespan of Tervard: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.

Tervard Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Tervard have? What is the activity level of the Tervard?
Tervard dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Tervard need? How much exercise do Tervard dogs require per day?

Do Tervard dogs need a lot of exercises?

Tervard dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Tervard breed need?
Tervard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Tervard Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Tervard need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Tervard breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Tervard? How much food should I feed my Tervard?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Tervard risk for obesity:
Low to Average: The Tervard has a low to the average risk for obesity. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Tervard weight regularly.

Tervard Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Tervard have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FuzzyThickDouble
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Tervard coats?
BlackTan Red Cream SilverFawn Brindle
Grooming
How to groom the Tervard and how often? How often should I take my Tervard to the groomer?
Average: The Tervard requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Tervard, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Shedding Level
How much do Tervard dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Tervard? Do Tervard dogs shed a lot?
Tervard dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Tervard breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Tervard need a bath? How often should you give a Tervard a bath? Can I bathe my Tervard every day?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Tervard breed hypoallergenic?
No
Tervard dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Tervard has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Tervard drool?
The Tervard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Tervard could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Tervard.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Tervard Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Tervard dogs get along with other pets? Are Tervard dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Tervard dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Tervard temperament with other people:
Tervard dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Tervard dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Tervard temperament with children:
Tervard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Tervard dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Tervard breed live with a cat?
Tervard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Tervard good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Tervard dogs get along with other dogs?
Tervard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Tervard breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Tervard breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Tervard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Tervard dogs good office canines? Do Tervard dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Tervard is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Tervard dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Tervard temperament with senior people? Are Tervard dogs good for elderly owners?
Tervards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Tervard As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Tervard be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Tervard breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Tervard be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Tervard be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Tervard breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Tervard be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Tervard breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Tervard be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Tervard breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Tervard be a boat dog?

Not really

Tervard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Tervard be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Tervard is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Tervard dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tervard Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Tervard pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Tervard breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Tervard: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Tervard have in a litter? How many puppies can the Tervard breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Tervard have? How many puppies can a Tervard give birth to?
6-10 puppies

Tervard Recognition

AKC Group
Is Tervard recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Tervard recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Tervard Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Outstanding: Tervard is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Trainability: Tervard dogs are very easy to train.
  • Health Issues: Tervards are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Tervard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Low to Average: The Tervard has a low to the average risk for obesity.
  • Watchdog Ability: Tervard dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Tervard dogs are not the biggest explorers.
  • Adaptability: Tervard dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Tervard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Tervards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Tervard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Tervard dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Tervard dogs shed above average.
  • Mouthiness: Tervard dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Tervard 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.
  • Office Friendly: Tervard is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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