Belgian Tervuren vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the Belgian Tervuren to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Tervurens and German Shorthaired Pointers.

Belgian Tervuren vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
Belgium
Germany
Origin Year
1895 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
German Shorthaired Pointer
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
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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