Belgian Tervuren
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Fast Facts
| Country of Origin: | Belgium |
| AKC Group: | Herding Group |
| Use today: | Herding trials |
| Life Span: | 10 to 12 years |
| Color: | Shades of red or fawn with a black overlay. |
| Coat: | Long, off-standing double coat. |
| Grooming: | Weekly brushing. |
| Size: | Medium Dog Breed |
| Height: | Males, 24 to 26 inches in height; females, 22 to 24 inches. |
| Weight: | Male: 55-65 lbs, Female: 40-50 lbs |
Except for coat color, this breed is similar to its close relative the Belgian Sheepdog: same size (up to 26 inches at the shoulder); same elegant outline; and same long, off-standing double coat, but in shades of red or fawn with a black overlay. Introduced on this continent somewhat later than the Belgian Sheepdog, and once classified as a variety of that breed, the Tervuren has been recognized as a separate breed since 1959. Renowned for its heroic service as a Red Cross and messenger dog during World War I, the Tervuren makes a trustworthy watchdog and family pet. Tervs take well to training and enjoy the challenge of obedience work. They shed heavily, but frequent brushing keeps the richly colored coat immaculate. A brisk daily walk and the pleasure of retrieving a ball keep Tervs in trim condition, and they are easily trained for a variety of activities, from herding to therapy work to sledding.
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