Australian Cattle Dog vs Belgian Tervuren

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Belgian Tervuren. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Belgian Tervurens.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Belgian Tervuren
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
22-26 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Origin Country
Australia
Belgium
Origin Year
1840 AD
1895 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black
Black
Cream and Black
Cream and Black
Fawn and Black
Fawn and Black
Mahogany and Black
Mahogany and Black
Silver and Black
Silver and Black
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