Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Chions 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.

Chihuahua, Papillon

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

2001

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

White
Fawn
Brown
Cream
Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Chions have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Tervards have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Chion can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Patellar Luxation
Color Dilution Alopecia

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

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Epilepsy

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Blood Test
Physical Examination

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

Chion 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.

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

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

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

In general most Chions 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.

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.

The Chion has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

Tervard 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chion feed 1 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 Chion is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Chion is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Chion 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.

Chions have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chions are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Chions 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.

Chions 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.