Belgian Tervuren vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Belgian Tervuren to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Tervurens and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Belgian Tervuren vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Belgium
United States
Origin Year
1895 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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