Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced

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

Chidales are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Chihuahua, Airedale Terrier

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Blue
Cream
Fawn
White
Red

Tervards have medium-length coats.

Chidales have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Chidale can have a litter of 7-9 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.

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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus

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

Hip X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

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

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

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.

Chidales 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chidale, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Tervard feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-18 pound (7 - 8 kg) Chidale feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Chidale is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Chidale is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Tervards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Chidale is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Tervards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chidales have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Tervards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Chidales are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

The Tervard is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Chidales are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.