Belgian Tervuren Puppy Dog Care Information

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Belgian Tervuren puppy dog

Belgian Tervuren Health Information:

Some common health concerns include; seizures, CHD, elbow dysplasia, allergies, hypothyroidism, and PRA

Also of note, the Belgian Tervuren occasionally experiences PPM, pannus, cataracts and hemangiosarcoma.

Belgian Tervuren Exercise Information:

The Belgian Tervuren is a breed that needs more exercise than most others. Herders in general require an 8 - 10 kilometres walk daily, and Tervs in particular need slightly more. If a herding game can be organized with say, the local flock of sheep, all the better. But if you are sheep-less, an obstacle course with leaping, crawling and sprinting can burn some of the Belgian Tervuren’s energy. Unfortunately, the Terv will become bored of this game if it plays too prominently into the daily exercise routine. Owners of the Belgian Tervuren must face the truth, a regular minimum walk of ten kilometres is the surest way to keep your Terv happy and healthy.

Belgian Tervuren Grooming Needs:

The Belgian Tervuren is one furry dog. His double coat will make weekly brushing insufficient, daily brushing is in order for this breed. The Terv will shed hair year round, and brushing will help to ease the proliferation of tumbleweed-like hair balls. When the Belgian Tervuren blows his coat the shed is monumental, so brace yourself.

Bathing your Belgian Tervuren is helped along by the Terv’s high degree of trainability. His thick coat will take some time to drench, and even longer to rinse. It is recommended that only low-fragrance doggie shampoo be used, and do be vigilant in rinsing all residue. Remnants of shampoo can irritate your Belgian Tervuren’s skin. Finally, dry your Terv as best you can using a hairdryer on a medium setting. Dampness can also create skin problems.