Belgian Tervuren vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

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

Belgian Tervuren vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
Belgium
Georgia
Origin Year
1895 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Average
None
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
High
High to Very High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
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
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
White
White
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