Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Adaptable
Brave
Trustworthy
Balanced

Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Goldendales are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Tervards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Golden Retriever, Airedale Terrier

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Fawn

Black
Brown
Fawn

Wavy

Straight

A Goldendale can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Tervard can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Goldendale breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Tervards typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies

Epilepsy

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Goldendale has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Tervard has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Goldendales are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Tervards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Goldendales are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Tervards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Goldendale, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tervard, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Goldendales usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Tervards usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Goldendales require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Tervard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Goldendale should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Tervard should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Goldendale is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Tervard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Goldendale is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Tervard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Goldendales have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Goldendales are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Tervards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Goldendales are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Tervards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.