Belgian Shepherd Tervuren Puppies for Sale

Belgian Shepherd Tervuren Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

Originating in Belgium, this breed was developed for the herding and guarding of sheep. The Tervuren is one of four breeds of Belgian Shepherds and is considered to be the more glamorous-looking. During World War I and II they were used as draft dogs, messengers, and sentry dogs. Today they continue their farm work as well as being used for police and guide dogs.

Character

A medium-sized, well-balanced breed, the Tervuren exhibits an elegant appearance and is well known for its beautiful coat. They are impressive, graceful, and powerful. This breed is courageous, agile, and alert.

Temperament

The Belgian Shepherd Tervuren is loyal and thrives on companionship. They are not recommended for inexperienced dog owners. They are protective and typically bond closely to one family member. They are suspicious and wary of strangers and will guard and protect their family, property, and territory. They do well with children they have been raised with but may not tolerate unfamiliar children. It is imperative that children not engage the Tervuren in chasing games, tug-of-war, or rough-house play. This breed does well with dogs they have been raised with but are not recommended for homes with non-canine pets. They do not do well if ignored or left alone for extended periods of time. Boredom and loneliness will lead to destructive behavior.

Care

Weekly brushing is recommended to remove loose hair, debris, and prevent matting. Bathing should only be done when necessary. The Belgian Shepherd Tervuren is prone to such health issues as anesthesia sensitivity, PRA, thyroid problems, cancer, epilepsy, and hip and elbow dysplasia.

Coat

The Belgian Tervuren is a double coat breed. The outer coat is straight, long, and abundant. The under coat is dense and consists of fine, black hair. The hair is feathery and more profuse at the chest, shoulders, and neck. The tail is densely covered.

Training

The Belgian Shepherd Tervuren is highly intelligent and obedient. However, they are very demanding and dominant. Early, intense, and ongoing socialization and obedience is an absolute must. This breed will resent and not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. Training must be done with firmness, fairness, patience, consistency, and reward.

Activity

The Belgian Shepherd Tervuren breed requires an inordinate amount of physical exercise and mental stimulation. They are not recommended for city or apartment living. The Tervuren does best in a rural setting with a job to do and ample room to safely roam, run, work, and play.

Weight

Male: 65-75; Female: 60-70 lbs

Height

Male: 24-26; Female: 22-24 inches

Cost

Looking for a Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppy with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much a Belgian Shepherd Tervuren with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium for a Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppy with breeding rights or show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $3,385 upwards to $4,230 or even more for Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppies for sale with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppies for sale is $3,805.

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the Belgian Shepherd Tervuren breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Black
• Black & Tan
• Black Brindle
• Black Sable
• Blue
• Blue & Sable
• Fawn
• Fawn Sable
• Grey
• Mahogany
• Red
• Red Sable

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for Belgian Shepherd Tervuren puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Belgian Shepherd Tervuren by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Belgian Tervuren puppies and even Tervuren puppies for sale as they relate to the Belgian Shepherd Tervuren breed.

• Belgian Tervuren
• Tervuren