Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

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

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

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Unknown

1800s

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Tervards have medium-length coats.

Koolies have short coats.

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 Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 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 are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Koolies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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 Koolie 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)

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Epilepsy

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

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

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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.

Koolies 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 Koolie, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Koolies 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.

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

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie feed 2.5 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 Koolie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Koolie 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.

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

Koolies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Koolies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

Koolies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.