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

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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

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

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

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

Black
Brown
Fawn

Fourche Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Tervards have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Fourche Terrier 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.

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.

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

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

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Epilepsy

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Fourche Terrier 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.

Fourche Terriers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Fourche Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Tervard, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Fourche Terriers 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.

Fourche Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Fourche Terrier 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 Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

The Fourche Terrier 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.

Fourche Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Fourche Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Fourche Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Fourche Terriers 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.