Belgian Tervuren vs Golden Retriever

Compare the Belgian Tervuren to the Golden Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Tervurens and Golden Retrievers.

Belgian Tervuren vs Golden Retriever
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
Belgium
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1895 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
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
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Cream and Black
Fawn and Black
Mahogany and Black
Silver and Black
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
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