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

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

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

Alert
Energetic
Loyal
Attentive
Intelligent
Protective

Chinooks make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Belgian Tervuren if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Belgium

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

shepherd

1900s

1800s

Working (AKC:2010)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1959 & UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

Black
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

Chinooks have medium-length coats.

Belgian Tervurens are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Chinook can have a litter of 12-15 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 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

Elbow Dysplasia
Sebaceous Adenitis
Skin Allergies
Dental Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Chinooks are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Chinooks have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Chinooks 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 bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Chinook dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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

Chinooks 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.

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.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Chinook 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 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Tervuren 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 Chinook is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Belgian Tervuren is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinook 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 Belgian Tervuren 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.

Chinook has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Belgian Tervuren is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.