Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

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

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

Poodle and Smooth Fox Terrier

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Silver
White

Black
Brown
Fawn

Wiry

Straight

A Smooth Foodle can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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.

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

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.

Patellar Luxation
Sebaceous Adenitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Deafness
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Bleeding Disorder
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Myasthenia Gravis
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Epilepsy

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

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

Smooth Foodles 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.

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.

In general most Smooth Foodles 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.

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.

Smooth Foodles 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.

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-65 pound (2 - 29 kg) Smooth Foodle feed 2 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 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.

The average cost of a Smooth Foodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foodle 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.

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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Smooth Foodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Tervards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

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.