Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

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

Spinone Italianos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Fawn

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

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 Spinone Italiano can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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 Spinone Italiano 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)

Bloat
Ataxia

Epilepsy

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

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

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 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 Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Spinone Italianos 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.

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