Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

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

Smooth Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

Unknown

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Pied
Fawn
Black

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 Smooth Torkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Epilepsy

Entropion
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Cryptorchidism
Myasthenia Gravis

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

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Knee X-Rays

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

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

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

Smooth Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Smooth Torkie, it's at least 6 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 Smooth Torkies usually need at least 120 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.

Smooth Torkies 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.

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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Smooth Torkie 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 Smooth Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Smooth Torkie 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 Smooth Torkie 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.

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Smooth Torkies 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.

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