Belgian Tervuren has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Belgian Tervuren is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Energetic
Loyal
Attentive
Intelligent
Protective

Agile
Lively
Selfish
Confidence
Outright
Tempered
Perceptive

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

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Belgium

Poland

shepherd

tibetan terrier, lhasa apso, puli

1800s

1500s

Herding (AKC:1959 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:2001 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Gray

Belgian Tervurens are known for their coat length.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Belgian Tervuren 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.

A Polish Lowland Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Belgian Tervurens are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Thyroid
Von Willebrand's Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Diabetes

Elbow Dysplasia
Sebaceous Adenitis
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Physical Examination

Belgian Tervurens thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Belgian Tervurens need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Belgian Tervuren dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Belgian Tervuren dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Belgian Tervurens 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.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Tervuren, it's at least 8 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Belgian Tervurens 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdogs usually need at least 30 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 Belgian Tervuren requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs 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.

Belgian Tervuren should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Polish Lowland Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Belgian Tervuren is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Belgian Tervurens are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Belgian Tervurens are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.