Belgian Tervuren vs Labrador Retriever

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

Belgian Tervuren vs Labrador Retriever
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador 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
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
Belgium
Canada
Origin Year
1895 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador 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
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Labrador Retriever
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
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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