I am not sure who told you the Belgian Tervuren and Malinois are the same breed because they' are most certainly NOT. This is obvious in how a properly bred Tervuren has a collie like head while the Malinois has a boxier broader skull. This is because the Tervuren like Groenendaels & the Belgian Sheepdog are the herding / sheep herding types. While the Malinois is the guardian type. .......... So in short Riddle is a cute Malinois NOT a Tervuren with a recessive genetics for long hair.
Tervuren and Malinois had some interbreeding in the past, can see them as cousins. The tervuren and malinois are no longer the cousins they used to be seeing the working line malinois got bred with GSD and many others to improve bite force. A typical Malinoi will have around 12% - 25 % tervuren genetics in them still though.
Hello, 32 year old woman here who's lived with Belgian Shepherds since she was 9, shown them across Europe, spoken with many wonderful breeders, and until the last few years also managed and spoke at the Crufts "Discover Dogs" stand for the Belgian Shepherd Tervueren, of which I've lived with, trained and loved well over a dozen (and met / helped handle so many more!) Some fun breed facts for you! 1. The Belgian Shepherd Tervueren, Groenendael (or 'Sheepdog' if you're American), Malinois and Laekenois are considered four separate breeds, but are essentially the same dog in four different coats in terms of their physical structure. Typically speaking, breeding two different varieties together won't result in a "mixed" dog, it'll result in a litter of puppies that individually are one or the other. (Though with the rare Laekenois, their wiry coat does tend to seem a bit diluted at times when bred with Tervs. Not always, just sometimes.) As for Riddle, I'm willing to bet that one of her grandparents was probably a Tervueren, if both her parents are Malis. This is actually the first time I've ever heard of two Malinois breeding a Tervueren to be frank, but normally purebred Malinois can't produce Tervs because they don't have the genetics for it. Maybe a great-grandparent, but I'd still expect a close relative in the pedigree. Very curious! Honestly I'm not entirely convinced Riddle is a "true" Terv who'll grow the full coat that you'd expect, but she's way too young to tell at this age. I'll have to do some research on this! Seems there's more even for me to learn. 2. Fun fact for you: Tervuerens in North America are more likely to have that totally jet black head than Tervs in Europe. This is due to differences in AKC breed standard to the KC standard in Europe - over here, Tervs with a totally jet black head (also called their 'mask') would be marked down. I'm personally not sure where this divergence in Terv breed standard first happened, or why, but it's a fun fact all the same I think. (Personally I'm bias and prefer European Tervs with their distinguished masks, because sometimes it gives them these adorable spectacles!) 3. It's worth noting that Malinois are the most "high energy" of the four varieties. You're not wrong that most people SHOULD NOT get a Belgian Shepherd of any variety unless they can be dedicated pet owners who are prepared to work together with their dog to train it, socialise it and exercise it. That said, generally speaking, Tervueren and Groenendael are considered to be slightly more fitting for pet homes than Malinois are, as they *typically* have slightly less working drive. PLEASE NOTE: again I want to stress that this doesn't mean a Terv or Gron won't be a lot of work! They will! There is also a chance that you DO get one that DOES inherit the more "Maligator" working drive! In fact you should prepare for the reality you DO get that rather than hope you don't! I am not saying that Tervs/Grons/Laeks will be easier than a Mal and therefore you should get one so you don't have to work as hard. But I do want to note that the difference in breeding between Malinois and the long coated three has resulted in a slight difference in temperament overall and that the long coated three are considered slightly better for people genuinely interested in the breed but with no prior experience of the breed. (Maligators didn't get that nickname for no reason.) DO YOUR RESEARCH, TALK WITH BREEDERS, THIS ISN'T ME SAYING THIS SHOULD BE YOUR FIRST EVER DOG. IT PROBABLY SHOULDN'T BE. THANKS, LOVE YOU, KEEP BEIN' YOUR RESPONSIBLE SELF. 4. This breed's origins involved being left alone with the sheep while the shepherd went off and did other stuff. They're not livestock guardian dogs, but it is hugely important to socialise them as they are genetically predisposed to be wary of strangers. Socialisation is always important, but it is especially important in these breeds! (All four!) It's also important to socialise them in public places to help ensure your puppy doesn't develop sensitivity to loud sounds, which is something that can happen in this breed more often than not if they aren't properly exposed to the noisy world we live in. Also, please be aware that your dog may very well have natural herding instincts that you don't know about. When visiting a friend of the family, my Groenendael decided that he actually really wanted to herd her chickens. They were fenced in, so no harm no foul if we ignore how offended the rooster was, but prior to that he'd never shown any interest in herding before so I was quite surprised. Be responsible and keep both your dog and livestock safe by keeping your dog on leads around livestock. 5. Did you know Tervuerens can come in grey? They can. It's cool. For a very long time it's been considered a fault by the breed standard. Frankly, I think that specific aspect is a very silly rule. Grey Tervs are gorgeous. They are also not common, as the gene is recessive, and most breeders won't go out of their way to breed for them. We've had two in our family over the years. 6. During WW2, Tervs found their population decimated. They were used as messenger dogs and were very good at their jobs, which made them targets. It was due to efforts breeding Tervs with Grons that the numbers recovered. Point Number 1 coming back in handy with the whole "If you breed a Terv and a Gron, the puppies will each be either one or the other, not a muddy mix of both." 7. I am running out of fun facts about these breeds so I'll end on the note that don't be deceived by the fact that these dogs are small compared to German Shepherds. Belgian Shepherds of any variety can, and will if they feel motivated, run absolute rings around you. They can scale walls, jump 6ft fences, sometimes you'll get an individual who loves to dig, and they're also sharp as a whip. In general, they're a breed that thrives with people who want to work with them and you can teach them everything from agility to obedience to tracking to everything in between. You will get out your Belgian what you put into it. They WANT to be your best friend that you do cool stuff with. On a sad and final note: the growing popularity of Malinois in movies and TV has unfortunately brought a lot of people to Belgian breeders who think that they want one of these dogs... only to realise that, in fact, they do not. In the United Kingdom, our Belgian dedicated rescues are drowning, and there's not enough knowledgable people out there to help all these dogs who deserved to have better homes and more responsible owners. A heartfelt plea from me to anybody who read all of this comment: if you have doubts that you'd be a good fit for a Belgian, just don't get one. These dogs don't do well with owners who aren't confident in their ability to manage, train and socialise them. They're a wonderful breed and I love them dearly with all my heart, and they're smart and funny and gorgeous dogs, but they do not make good pets if you have no experience with herding or working dogs. They can easily suffer from separation anxiety if not socialised appropriately, they can easily become frightened of strangers and potential bite risks, they can - and will - destroy your home if you don't exercise them enough because they get bored, they'll be a nightmare to walk if not trained early on to learn appropriate walking manners. They aren't just going to be your pet, they're going to be your companion and you're going to need to spend a lot of time with them, and if you can't do that? Don't get one. Don't be the reason that a shelter has to post desperately to Facebook for somebody to help take in a dog that was turned in because it turned out to be "too much work".
Very interesting! I work at a breeding kennel in the US for German Shepherd, and we have had Malinois in our training classes. The GSD is enough for me to handle, lol! Speaking to your point about not getting a Belgian Shepherd if one hasn’t done their homework and know they will put in the time-the kennel owner and her daughter have done boarding/training with a number of dogs with behavioral issues where it was the last step before euthanasia. All because of lack of training and socialization to people, places and other animals. They also contract with a new owner to return the dog to them if they change their mind and I have seen that several times. Fortunately, the changes in the dogs have been remarkable. But I understand about everyone thinking they want a dog they see on screen and then giving it up.
There is a really good channel called @modernmalinois I believe that is the spelling. The owner breeds and trains then as guard dogs. I have been watching him train the latest puppies. He starts early! Long before they are weaned, I am not sure the exact week but it was just wiping them down with wipes and playing with their paws often to accustom then for grooming. Once they started eating solid food every interaction became training. From making loud noises during feeding time to getting them to follow the food dish. He never pushed them too hard. It was amazing to see. He had to dial back his posting schedule as he was just too busy with them.
I adopted a "German Shepherd" from the pound. He was about 4. As time went on, he seemed to be supercharged. I finally took him for training (he stayed for two weeks, then I had weekly at home sessions, and finally group sessions). $$$$ That was when I found out what I really had!! He was very protective of me and my two Golden Retrievers. He got up at night and patrolled the house at least twice during the night and went back to bed. I had a large fenced property with woods and he liked that - the other two would come in but he wouldn't come in until he knew the property was secure. I had to be very careful about introducing him to new people. (Lots of cheese), but he never forgot a person once he was introduced to them. No children - I didn't even want to try. Large sign for delivery men to leave packages Outside the Fence. He was almost smarter than I was, and a lot of work to stay ahead of his brain. He lived a long life and I loved him dearly, but OMG I wouldn't have another one.
Years ago, my uncle found a Malinois in the woods while out for a walk. He had been shot and was severely underweight. My uncle took care of him, kept him, learned about the breed and how to care for them. “Baker” was a loyal companion for many years.
In two years, this little cutie will be able to jump over a parked SUV, with no run-up. It's insane how powerful and energetic Belgian Shepherds are. They're like working-line German Shepherds with a turbo charger.
Always referred to my old man as a Maligator. He had an absurd amount of energy and LOVED to constantly chew his Kong toys. He passed at 14 in 2020, miss that dog he was such a good boy.
Maligator owner here: THANK YOU for cautioning viewers as well as educating them! Malinois need a job and copious exercise and mental direction--and even then, they are *never* off duty... Or at least ours is not, and she is going on twelve. ❤ One of her siblings went back into foster care (yes, they were a rescued litter) twice before eighteen months; he was at last adopted by a veteran and sent through security training, at which he excelled. Her sister, adopted by a friend and professional trainer, is even more intense than ours. I adore this breed, but they are not for the novice or undedicated owner.
Maligator owner here too. Everything already said is so true and you need to educate yourself so much to even think about owning one. And even then you aren't ready. Lol. Love my Sorsha
So true, but also so disappointing. To me you're saying it's like the breed has all the challenging aspects of say: working gsd, husky combined, with maybe a few other traits thrown in. All brilliant characteristics if accounted for and well trained, but otherwise ooops. Little Riddle isn't helping by being both beautiful and calm. ❤
@@45KevinR they are working dogs. They need to have things to keep them busy and thinking. Kelpies can have exactly the same problem and for the same reasons.
My brother had a Malinois. A lovely dog that needed a 5 mile run twice a day to stay balanced. She was from European police dog lines and was like a heat seeking missile. She could easily go over 6 foot back fence if she wanted. Needless to say this is not a breed you just ignore in the backyard. She was extremely protective of his kids and although she was never overtly aggressive, she could let you know they were her kids to protect. As amazing as these dogs are, they are definitely not for average pet owners. These dogs are bred for purpose - policing or military use. That needs to be seriously respected.
However, there literally are two different breeding lines for Malinois. One for the Military/police and another for the conformation/obedience group. The second is far less aggressive, but still require MUCH more attention/activity than the related breeds.
You're not just being cautious when stating how much Belgians need in terms of training, exercise, and mental stimulation! I have a friend who had to surrender her 1 year old back to the breeder because she couldn't keep up with her puppy's needs. Like any puppy, it's a serious commitment, but this breed is UP there.
Absolutely. My brother had a Groenendael mix with all the Belgian shepherd group breed traits. I've yet to meet a crazier puppy, 17 years after I met him. My brother definitely underestimated how difficult owning him would be and he ended up with lots of behavioral problems. Still, I loved him to bits and so did he (I think) and he was a sweetheart with the family and very protective of us. I took care of him for almost a year near the end of his life when I was stuck at home during 2020 (I normally live in a different country) and he literally helped me stay sane.
They simply aren't pets. They are a tool for certain occupations such as military and law enforcement. You don't buy a professional tool if you have no work for it
I'm in Vietnam right now and this breed is sitting on the sidewalk looking for food. He's STUNNING and looks well fed so I wonder if it's a street dog or if he belongs to someone in the neighborhood.
We MAY have had a Belgian Tervuren when I was growing up. Someone somewhere in our neighborhood dumped a tiny puppy and she wandered up on to our lawn. My parents took her to the pound, she was held for seven days to see if she was claimed, and then she came home to us. When I look up photos of this breed, they are nearly identical, and a groomer at one point even said that she could have been one, but this was back in the early 90s and DNA testing wasn't even a concept. To me, she didn't seem high energy, but she could play fetch for hours. She was one of those dogs that didn't have a mean bone in her bone in her body and could be trusted around anyone and anything. We had her for seventeen and half years and I still miss her every day. Love you Hiedi.
I’ve had several strays over the years. Mostly large breeds. I never really cared what they were. As long as they didn’t run away or try to eat the cats
We currently have a plethora of Belgian Malinois orphans at CA shelters. Because they can be used as guard dogs they are being backyard bred. And, given that this is a very intelligent breed that needs a lot of training and exercise and an engaging life, this is a particularly sad situation for this breed in CA.
2:41 I’m glad you touched on this. As a dog trainer I have seen so many ppl say they liked how the breed looked but had no idea on how high their energy/drive/exercise needs were before they got their dog. Do your research on ALL breeds BEFORE you adopt/buy any dog. It will make for a happier life for both the dog and their new family. ❤❤
For the ones interested, belgian comes in four varieties: - malinois with short hair, fawn coat, black muzzle - tervuren same as malinois but long aired - groenendael same as tervuren but is all black - lakenois same as balinois but wire haired Akc considers them 4 different breeds, while europe (and belgium where the breed was creatd) considers them a single breed with four varieties. Don't be fouled by the different appearances, even the "fancy long coated versions" are malinois in energy terms and commitment. I'm really happy that Vanessa, as always, shared some insights on the breed and the commitment owners have to dedicate to these dogs. - A black fancy belgian owner :)
I had a groenendael years ago, lived until he was 16. I got him when he was around 3 years old, a lady my husband worked with gave the dog to my husband. His name was Khan. He had no idea what he was bringing home, he just knew I loved dogs and thought I’d like him. Anyway, he was an absolutely stunning dog, beautifully trained, chilled as. He wasn’t a typical Belgian Shepherd with that high drive. We lucked out. I’ve always wanted another but didn’t think I could manage one that wasn’t like my dear Khan.
As kid I grew up between two tervuren and one groenendaeler. Awesome dogs. Properly trained. Very protective and smart. Not easy with other kids and some adults. The dogs choose who they like. And those persons have to deal with that.
These are SUCH smart dogs. You can already see her fixed attention to the person handling her. She will be a wonderful puppy-student in the right hands! ❤
🥰 This baby is a Lamborghini of the dog world. Extreme in so many ways -- all good, in the hands of somebody capable of providing lots of care and training. Having one like Riddle for a companion/service dog, for me, is a big pipe dream -- and it ain't gonna happen. But I can appreciate her from afar.❤
My grandparents used to have a male tervuren, lennox, but when my grandpa was diagnosed with a lung tumor and got more and more sick, they made the decision to adopt him out to a lady in amsterdam (we're dutch so the ride wasn't that long). My grandma couldn't take care of my grandpa and a bigger dog at the same time. Thankfully they found just the right person for lennox and he's doing great ❤
@@citroniron8861 my grandpa passed away 2 years ago so he can't and my grandma doesn't have any desire to (she and lennox didn't really get along) so it's probably for the best tbh
My friend has one named Bear, he's his service dog. They are very nervous, but, so sweet and loving. He came to work with Daddy everyday. And this boy, loved his treats! I had him spoiled, I am his aunt Robin. And he would protect me with his life. He loves belly pets, anything your eating. Come up and bumping you with his nose, if you wasn't paying attention to him. I love this dog. I wish I could show you a picture of him, But my phone won't give me that choice. Don't worry he will love water soon and dive in any pond he can find.
Hey girl, did you notice that she always tried to keep her eyes on you? She is so gorgeous 😍 As she grows and that coat of hers gets longer she's going to be under that dryer forever. It's a good thing that the owners are starting her spa experience at a very young age.
I had one 13.5 years. I did senior care home visitation with him through St. John's Ambulance, in Canada. He was a gentleman, somewhat indifferent to my 2 young children, but highly tolerant of them, tho they were never permitted to be anything but respectful of him. I did work with him daily for 6 months, then I had my faithful, well-behaved dog for over 13 years. I was a full-time at home mother, he went everywhere w us, but got 2 30min-1hr walks per day, usually off leash, that was all he required, but he was free to move in and outside our home, which makes a big difference, as does being home with him every day. If u both work, get two dogs w a dog door so they can go in and out to a fenced in run. Leaving any dog home alone all day is cruel. They r pack animals and need company.
My daughter’s family just adopted one. A veterinarian in their neighborhood found one running loose. He opened his car door and she jumped right in! He figured she was from a back yard breeder. The funny thing is that she wants to herd the boys and the cat!
Not funny at all, as herding was their original purpose. My Malinois has to know where her people are at all times (if we're not where we're supposed to be, she will make sure that we are in our proper places).
Typical for belgian shepherd 😂 my family had one, she started to whine and nip your hair / hem of your shirt if you tried to run from her. She also herded the airplanes. That was one cray-cray dog but totally awesome!
We had a sheltie when I was little. My dad got her for the family one Christmas and we named her Holly. We had a rough collie before and my father thought he could handle a sheltie. Wrong! Cute little puppy but she was a handful. We ended up giving her to a family friend who owned a farm. When we took her to her new home she bolted out of the car and ran. We watched her having the time of her life. She took off over a hill and all we could see was a flock of birds fleeing for their lives! It was so funny. She ended up living her best sheltie life on that farm.
wow she's beautiful. My hope in this world is that no one would ever mistreat one of these dogs because they are who they are (or mistreat ANY animal!). They are truly, truly amazing dogs.
Even though she is soooo precious and cute I really appreciate you telling viewers what different breeds that you groom need and the truth about their breeds nature. I love your channel and all that you do for animals and all the help and education you give to us! ❤
I just came across your channel today and fell completely in love with it. I binged watched at least 20 episodes and wanted to give you your 💐 you are a true blessing and great spirit. Keep doing your thing and 🫡 ❤🎉
Riddle is so incredibly cute and sweet! I totally understand why people want these dogs. That said, they are a working breed. They're "designed" to do certain things, and that doesn't include sitting on the couch with the kiddies.
Those eyes!! My rescue Newfie has those soul-connecting eyes, as well. We say he has "Sven eyes." Sven being the reindeer in the animated movie Frozen ❤🐾🐾
I just love how she has great eye contact with you.A very intelligent little lady and having known a full grown Malinois ,aptly named Bear, they do need someone who can keep up with them and their high energy.Thank you Vanessa.
Such a precious bean ❤️ and thank you for taking the opportunity to talk about how, no matter how cute certain breeds may look, they have a lot of needs that must be taken into account to ensure they’re right for you. I’m working on adopting a dog and my friends and family throw a rather amount of “healthy” shade at me for being very choosey about it, saying if I want a specific breed I should just go to a breeder. I have to emphasize that’s not the case, I just want to make sure that whatever dog I end up adopting is as happy in this home as I am, and that includes making sure I’m able to meet their needs. And the unfortunate fact is that a lot of the dogs whose needs I know I can’t meet (particularly very energetic or athletic dogs since I live in town and only have a partial fence) are precisely the varieties of dogs that people give up because they can’t keep up with their needs 🥺
@@sandylu562 I always say you want a dog or a malinos because they are not the same thing due to the sheer amount of work you have to put in and the amount of stimulation they need , saying all that I wouldn't have any other breed but I'm very active outdoors and live in the middle of nowhere on my own
I so appreciate your honesty about all the breeds you work with. Her breed is such high energy even if they are up for rehoming its policy here they will not be released to another home until a extensive questionaire is answered. One gentleman that adopted one, ran 6-12 miles daily no matter the weather to keep up with his dogs fitness and well being demands. Their breed is not to be taken lightly. Even as a puppy her energy level is off the charts and she will need consistent and dedicated training. They are amazing dogs but ONLY in the right home and hands. Beautiful first groom ❤ shes a sweetheart. So glad she has an owner who KNOWS about her needs from the beginning ❤
They trust humans so much. She was just staring you for first few minutes. ❤❤❤❤ May all animals always feel safe with humans and may humans also treat them well. 🤲🏻🙏🏼🤲🏻🙏🏼😢😢😢
Worth noting that there are breeders (at least here in europe) that breed Tervuerens and Groenendaels specifically for companionship or show dogs, not working dogs. In fact, my very first dog that I bought myself was a Terv, and she was with me for 12 long, wonderful years. When she got older she did get a bit nervous and also had a habit of wanting to herd cars (she was never, ever off the leash) but for the most part she was an amazing dog. I miss her every day.
I hadn't heard of the tervuren before, so I looked them up. And OMG! She's gonna be GORGEOUS when she gets older 😍 But I will gladly enjoy how much of a cutie patootie she is now!
My family had one of these when I was growing up, our first pure-bred dog after years of rescues. It was clear from the get-go that she was a step above. My dad wanted a watch dog, which she was, and with the jet black coat you’d never see her coming at night. She herded us in the yard, nipping at our heels, but was also so sweet. I would use her as a pillow and lie reading books to her. We had a pet rabbit that would curl up with her too. Seeing this puppy brings back such sweet memories of our Abigail. ❤ You can see the good breeding and temperament even at this young age. Thank you for sharing her!
Belgian person here (who kinda had to look it up) it is true that a long coated mallinois can be registered as a tervuren however there is a distinction between the breeds. They also don’t cross the breeds. However they did in the past which is why from time to time these long coated puppies show up (the gene is recessive so both parents need to have it). Due to he seperation of the breeds the tervuren are a little less work driven (though I only say this because mallinois are insane when it comes to work) and a bit more playful. The biggest difference is obviously the coat. Both breeds are part of the 4 belgian herding breeds.
The breeds can be crossed again, at least in some countries. Which is good for the gene pool. Those puppies are then registered depending on their coat.
Do you mean varieties instead of breeds? Because the American Kennel Club is the only one to say that they are four different breeds. In Europe (so in Belgium too) and in Canada they are considered as one breed with four varieties.
She looks at you so lovingly and trusting....I cannot imagine there are people out there that harm these beautiful creatures that only want to please us and are the most loyal animals in the world.
She is so adorable and those ears one up one down normal let’s hope she can grow into them. And I just know she’s gonna be a beautiful dog and hopefully they’ll keep bringing her to you cause I know all of us would love to see her grow.
I love the info you give on each breed. I fall in love with so many puppies and cats on fhis channel and then you tell me all rhe work and money and other requirements and my cluckiness gets reigned in. I also love that I can come visit those gorgeous puppies and kittens here so I dont need to feel sad 😁
She is just so adorable ❤ Just looked up pictures of adult Belgian Tervurens - what stunning dogs! And as a reasonably responsible dog owner, I know they are not for me!!!
I really appreciate the information you share about the different breeds you work with. Too many people don’t do the research before getting a dog and they end up not being prepared and then the dog suffers.
For a realistic idea of a Belgian Shepherd's energy and stamina level: Belgian Shepherds have run in and finished the Iditarod. No, I am not joking. They make good lead dogs because it is mighty convenient to have a lead dog that will actually come back when the driver gets dumped off the back of the sled instead of merrily continuing to Nome.
*Follow Riddle*
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I am not sure who told you the Belgian Tervuren and Malinois are the same breed because they' are most certainly NOT. This is obvious in how a properly bred Tervuren has a collie like head while the Malinois has a boxier broader skull. This is because the Tervuren like Groenendaels & the Belgian Sheepdog are the herding / sheep herding types. While the Malinois is the guardian type. .......... So in short Riddle is a cute Malinois NOT a Tervuren with a recessive genetics for long hair.
@@girlwiththedogs2 On goes the saga of Riddle!
Tervuren and Malinois had some interbreeding in the past, can see them as cousins. The tervuren and malinois are no longer the cousins they used to be seeing the working line malinois got bred with GSD and many others to improve bite force. A typical Malinoi will have around 12% - 25 % tervuren genetics in them still though.
@@GingerWolf87 Actually Malinois and Tervuren are types/varieties of the same breed. Only in the states they are seen as separate breeds.
@@rysi7 Nope.
Hello, 32 year old woman here who's lived with Belgian Shepherds since she was 9, shown them across Europe, spoken with many wonderful breeders, and until the last few years also managed and spoke at the Crufts "Discover Dogs" stand for the Belgian Shepherd Tervueren, of which I've lived with, trained and loved well over a dozen (and met / helped handle so many more!) Some fun breed facts for you!
1. The Belgian Shepherd Tervueren, Groenendael (or 'Sheepdog' if you're American), Malinois and Laekenois are considered four separate breeds, but are essentially the same dog in four different coats in terms of their physical structure. Typically speaking, breeding two different varieties together won't result in a "mixed" dog, it'll result in a litter of puppies that individually are one or the other. (Though with the rare Laekenois, their wiry coat does tend to seem a bit diluted at times when bred with Tervs. Not always, just sometimes.) As for Riddle, I'm willing to bet that one of her grandparents was probably a Tervueren, if both her parents are Malis. This is actually the first time I've ever heard of two Malinois breeding a Tervueren to be frank, but normally purebred Malinois can't produce Tervs because they don't have the genetics for it. Maybe a great-grandparent, but I'd still expect a close relative in the pedigree. Very curious! Honestly I'm not entirely convinced Riddle is a "true" Terv who'll grow the full coat that you'd expect, but she's way too young to tell at this age. I'll have to do some research on this! Seems there's more even for me to learn.
2. Fun fact for you: Tervuerens in North America are more likely to have that totally jet black head than Tervs in Europe. This is due to differences in AKC breed standard to the KC standard in Europe - over here, Tervs with a totally jet black head (also called their 'mask') would be marked down. I'm personally not sure where this divergence in Terv breed standard first happened, or why, but it's a fun fact all the same I think. (Personally I'm bias and prefer European Tervs with their distinguished masks, because sometimes it gives them these adorable spectacles!)
3. It's worth noting that Malinois are the most "high energy" of the four varieties. You're not wrong that most people SHOULD NOT get a Belgian Shepherd of any variety unless they can be dedicated pet owners who are prepared to work together with their dog to train it, socialise it and exercise it. That said, generally speaking, Tervueren and Groenendael are considered to be slightly more fitting for pet homes than Malinois are, as they *typically* have slightly less working drive. PLEASE NOTE: again I want to stress that this doesn't mean a Terv or Gron won't be a lot of work! They will! There is also a chance that you DO get one that DOES inherit the more "Maligator" working drive! In fact you should prepare for the reality you DO get that rather than hope you don't! I am not saying that Tervs/Grons/Laeks will be easier than a Mal and therefore you should get one so you don't have to work as hard. But I do want to note that the difference in breeding between Malinois and the long coated three has resulted in a slight difference in temperament overall and that the long coated three are considered slightly better for people genuinely interested in the breed but with no prior experience of the breed. (Maligators didn't get that nickname for no reason.) DO YOUR RESEARCH, TALK WITH BREEDERS, THIS ISN'T ME SAYING THIS SHOULD BE YOUR FIRST EVER DOG. IT PROBABLY SHOULDN'T BE. THANKS, LOVE YOU, KEEP BEIN' YOUR RESPONSIBLE SELF.
4. This breed's origins involved being left alone with the sheep while the shepherd went off and did other stuff. They're not livestock guardian dogs, but it is hugely important to socialise them as they are genetically predisposed to be wary of strangers. Socialisation is always important, but it is especially important in these breeds! (All four!) It's also important to socialise them in public places to help ensure your puppy doesn't develop sensitivity to loud sounds, which is something that can happen in this breed more often than not if they aren't properly exposed to the noisy world we live in. Also, please be aware that your dog may very well have natural herding instincts that you don't know about. When visiting a friend of the family, my Groenendael decided that he actually really wanted to herd her chickens. They were fenced in, so no harm no foul if we ignore how offended the rooster was, but prior to that he'd never shown any interest in herding before so I was quite surprised. Be responsible and keep both your dog and livestock safe by keeping your dog on leads around livestock.
5. Did you know Tervuerens can come in grey? They can. It's cool. For a very long time it's been considered a fault by the breed standard. Frankly, I think that specific aspect is a very silly rule. Grey Tervs are gorgeous. They are also not common, as the gene is recessive, and most breeders won't go out of their way to breed for them. We've had two in our family over the years.
6. During WW2, Tervs found their population decimated. They were used as messenger dogs and were very good at their jobs, which made them targets. It was due to efforts breeding Tervs with Grons that the numbers recovered. Point Number 1 coming back in handy with the whole "If you breed a Terv and a Gron, the puppies will each be either one or the other, not a muddy mix of both."
7. I am running out of fun facts about these breeds so I'll end on the note that don't be deceived by the fact that these dogs are small compared to German Shepherds. Belgian Shepherds of any variety can, and will if they feel motivated, run absolute rings around you. They can scale walls, jump 6ft fences, sometimes you'll get an individual who loves to dig, and they're also sharp as a whip. In general, they're a breed that thrives with people who want to work with them and you can teach them everything from agility to obedience to tracking to everything in between. You will get out your Belgian what you put into it. They WANT to be your best friend that you do cool stuff with.
On a sad and final note: the growing popularity of Malinois in movies and TV has unfortunately brought a lot of people to Belgian breeders who think that they want one of these dogs... only to realise that, in fact, they do not. In the United Kingdom, our Belgian dedicated rescues are drowning, and there's not enough knowledgable people out there to help all these dogs who deserved to have better homes and more responsible owners. A heartfelt plea from me to anybody who read all of this comment: if you have doubts that you'd be a good fit for a Belgian, just don't get one. These dogs don't do well with owners who aren't confident in their ability to manage, train and socialise them. They're a wonderful breed and I love them dearly with all my heart, and they're smart and funny and gorgeous dogs, but they do not make good pets if you have no experience with herding or working dogs. They can easily suffer from separation anxiety if not socialised appropriately, they can easily become frightened of strangers and potential bite risks, they can - and will - destroy your home if you don't exercise them enough because they get bored, they'll be a nightmare to walk if not trained early on to learn appropriate walking manners. They aren't just going to be your pet, they're going to be your companion and you're going to need to spend a lot of time with them, and if you can't do that? Don't get one. Don't be the reason that a shelter has to post desperately to Facebook for somebody to help take in a dog that was turned in because it turned out to be "too much work".
Thanks for all the info!!
in cats long hair is a recessive trait, i kinda just assumed it was the same for dogs
Thank you. That was wonderfully informative.
Very interesting! I work at a breeding kennel in the US for German Shepherd, and we have had Malinois in our training classes. The GSD is enough for me to handle, lol! Speaking to your point about not getting a Belgian Shepherd if one hasn’t done their homework and know they will put in the time-the kennel owner and her daughter have done boarding/training with a number of dogs with behavioral issues where it was the last step before euthanasia. All because of lack of training and socialization to people, places and other animals. They also contract with a new owner to return the dog to them if they change their mind and I have seen that several times. Fortunately, the changes in the dogs have been remarkable. But I understand about everyone thinking they want a dog they see on screen and then giving it up.
There is a really good channel called @modernmalinois I believe that is the spelling. The owner breeds and trains then as guard dogs. I have been watching him train the latest puppies. He starts early! Long before they are weaned, I am not sure the exact week but it was just wiping them down with wipes and playing with their paws often to accustom then for grooming.
Once they started eating solid food every interaction became training. From making loud noises during feeding time to getting them to follow the food dish. He never pushed them too hard. It was amazing to see.
He had to dial back his posting schedule as he was just too busy with them.
I adopted a "German Shepherd" from the pound. He was about 4. As time went on, he seemed to be supercharged. I finally took him for training (he stayed for two weeks, then I had weekly at home sessions, and finally group sessions). $$$$ That was when I found out what I really had!! He was very protective of me and my two Golden Retrievers. He got up at night and patrolled the house at least twice during the night and went back to bed. I had a large fenced property with woods and he liked that - the other two would come in but he wouldn't come in until he knew the property was secure. I had to be very careful about introducing him to new people. (Lots of cheese), but he never forgot a person once he was introduced to them. No children - I didn't even want to try. Large sign for delivery men to leave packages Outside the Fence. He was almost smarter than I was, and a lot of work to stay ahead of his brain. He lived a long life and I loved him dearly, but OMG I wouldn't have another one.
It’s no riddle why she’s adorable!
That is genius 😂
Lol!!
Indeed wise RUclipsr.
Nice ❤️
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Years ago, my uncle found a Malinois in the woods while out for a walk. He had been shot and was severely underweight. My uncle took care of him, kept him, learned about the breed and how to care for them. “Baker” was a loyal companion for many years.
So tragic what happened to him prior 😢 Some humans are monsters
I'm so thankful your uncle found that poor dog and was able to help him recover. I agree that humans can be the biggest monsters out there.
That's a nice story ❤
In two years, this little cutie will be able to jump over a parked SUV, with no run-up. It's insane how powerful and energetic Belgian Shepherds are. They're like working-line German Shepherds with a turbo charger.
Twin turbos and a supercharger 😂
I’ve heard them referred to as one’s own personal supersonic missile/pocket rocket/pocket nuke!
All names apply lol... I love the malinator.....
Always referred to my old man as a Maligator. He had an absurd amount of energy and LOVED to constantly chew his Kong toys. He passed at 14 in 2020, miss that dog he was such a good boy.
They earned one of many nick names like "fur missile" for a reason lol.
Maligator owner here: THANK YOU for cautioning viewers as well as educating them! Malinois need a job and copious exercise and mental direction--and even then, they are *never* off duty... Or at least ours is not, and she is going on twelve. ❤
One of her siblings went back into foster care (yes, they were a rescued litter) twice before eighteen months; he was at last adopted by a veteran and sent through security training, at which he excelled. Her sister, adopted by a friend and professional trainer, is even more intense than ours.
I adore this breed, but they are not for the novice or undedicated owner.
Maligator owner here too. Everything already said is so true and you need to educate yourself so much to even think about owning one. And even then you aren't ready. Lol.
Love my Sorsha
12 years is great👍
So true, but also so disappointing. To me you're saying it's like the breed has all the challenging aspects of say: working gsd, husky combined, with maybe a few other traits thrown in. All brilliant characteristics if accounted for and well trained, but otherwise ooops.
Little Riddle isn't helping by being both beautiful and calm. ❤
@@45KevinR they are working dogs. They need to have things to keep them busy and thinking. Kelpies can have exactly the same problem and for the same reasons.
My brother had a Malinois. A lovely dog that needed a 5 mile run twice a day to stay balanced. She was from European police dog lines and was like a heat seeking missile. She could easily go over 6 foot back fence if she wanted. Needless to say this is not a breed you just ignore in the backyard. She was extremely protective of his kids and although she was never overtly aggressive, she could let you know they were her kids to protect. As amazing as these dogs are, they are definitely not for average pet owners. These dogs are bred for purpose - policing or military use. That needs to be seriously respected.
They also Make outstanding sheep dogs , I know a young shepherd who has one and swears he will never have any other breed
However, there literally are two different breeding lines for Malinois. One for the Military/police and another for the conformation/obedience group. The second is far less aggressive, but still require MUCH more attention/activity than the related breeds.
Absolutely!!!
IOW, if anyone’s really serious about losing weight and gaining athletic ability, get one of these. Better than a treadmill.
Also earplugs. These guys can be loud, especially when understimulated.
I can’t wait to see Riddle as an adult. She is going to be one incredibly beautiful dog. She’s such well tempered puppy.
You're not just being cautious when stating how much Belgians need in terms of training, exercise, and mental stimulation! I have a friend who had to surrender her 1 year old back to the breeder because she couldn't keep up with her puppy's needs. Like any puppy, it's a serious commitment, but this breed is UP there.
Aw, that must have been so difficult for them both. But it's understandable. People can only do what they can do.
Absolutely. My brother had a Groenendael mix with all the Belgian shepherd group breed traits. I've yet to meet a crazier puppy, 17 years after I met him. My brother definitely underestimated how difficult owning him would be and he ended up with lots of behavioral problems. Still, I loved him to bits and so did he (I think) and he was a sweetheart with the family and very protective of us. I took care of him for almost a year near the end of his life when I was stuck at home during 2020 (I normally live in a different country) and he literally helped me stay sane.
They simply aren't pets. They are a tool for certain occupations such as military and law enforcement. You don't buy a professional tool if you have no work for it
As a Belgian, I can attest that I need a lot of training, exercise and mental stimulation.
@@RenegadeVilehaha!
The ears! ❤ Also the way she looks at you like "I'm very scared but I trust you hooman" 😭
This dog seems to stare right into your soul! What a beautiful girl.
Legit!
I approve this comment 100%!
They're very sensitive dogs and very tuned in to their owners.
So True.
Right?! Like, I’m not seeing puppy eyes, I’m seeing death glare already😂
Oh how I love dogs❤
I would like a daily calendar of just dogs wearing the happy hoodie!
that would make a great fundraiser for Vanessa and som doggy rescue
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She may or may not be the right breed for me but she's exactly the right amount of cute!
i love watching these videos to see how different breeds act, it’s very useful
Well, the cuteness fades until she‘s grown up!
I'm in Vietnam right now and this breed is sitting on the sidewalk looking for food. He's STUNNING and looks well fed so I wonder if it's a street dog or if he belongs to someone in the neighborhood.
@@Windwalker665 My boy is nearly 2 and is still cute like this :)
We MAY have had a Belgian Tervuren when I was growing up. Someone somewhere in our neighborhood dumped a tiny puppy and she wandered up on to our lawn. My parents took her to the pound, she was held for seven days to see if she was claimed, and then she came home to us. When I look up photos of this breed, they are nearly identical, and a groomer at one point even said that she could have been one, but this was back in the early 90s and DNA testing wasn't even a concept. To me, she didn't seem high energy, but she could play fetch for hours. She was one of those dogs that didn't have a mean bone in her bone in her body and could be trusted around anyone and anything. We had her for seventeen and half years and I still miss her every day. Love you Hiedi.
That’s very long lived for a large breed.
That's a long long life for a dog.... So y'all were doing something so very right for her..... She was obviously well loved and well cared for....
@@ferretyluvthis breed usually lives longer than other large breeds. They were bred to be robust
Wow! Good breeding + good care really shows!❤
I’ve had several strays over the years.
Mostly large breeds. I never really cared what they were. As long as they didn’t run away or try to eat the cats
At that point, she can just make a 🥺 face and anything she desires will be given to her!
Oh my goodness, the way she keeps looking at you with those beautiful eyes ❤
Oh my goodness. Those eyes are killing me. She is absolutely precious.
We currently have a plethora of Belgian Malinois orphans at CA shelters. Because they can be used as guard dogs they are being backyard bred. And, given that this is a very intelligent breed that needs a lot of training and exercise and an engaging life, this is a particularly sad situation for this breed in CA.
I like her name, Riddle. She is inquisitive. Little mumblings.She's adorable.
A very well behaved pup and given the breed, she will remember this groom and expect nothing less in the future.
2:41 I’m glad you touched on this. As a dog trainer I have seen so many ppl say they liked how the breed looked but had no idea on how high their energy/drive/exercise needs were before they got their dog. Do your research on ALL breeds BEFORE you adopt/buy any dog. It will make for a happier life for both the dog and their new family. ❤❤
Pretty popular breed for dog trainers alongside with German shepherds ))
For the ones interested, belgian comes in four varieties:
- malinois with short hair, fawn coat, black muzzle
- tervuren same as malinois but long aired
- groenendael same as tervuren but is all black
- lakenois same as balinois but wire haired
Akc considers them 4 different breeds, while europe (and belgium where the breed was creatd) considers them a single breed with four varieties.
Don't be fouled by the different appearances, even the "fancy long coated versions" are malinois in energy terms and commitment. I'm really happy that Vanessa, as always, shared some insights on the breed and the commitment owners have to dedicate to these dogs.
- A black fancy belgian owner :)
I had a groenendael years ago, lived until he was 16. I got him when he was around 3 years old, a lady my husband worked with gave the dog to my husband. His name was Khan. He had no idea what he was bringing home, he just knew I loved dogs and thought I’d like him. Anyway, he was an absolutely stunning dog, beautifully trained, chilled as. He wasn’t a typical Belgian Shepherd with that high drive. We lucked out. I’ve always wanted another but didn’t think I could manage one that wasn’t like my dear Khan.
As kid I grew up between two tervuren and one groenendaeler. Awesome dogs. Properly trained. Very protective and smart. Not easy with other kids and some adults. The dogs choose who they like. And those persons have to deal with that.
These are SUCH smart dogs. You can already see her fixed attention to the person handling her. She will be a wonderful puppy-student in the right hands! ❤
🥰 This baby is a Lamborghini of the dog world. Extreme in so many ways -- all good, in the hands of somebody capable of providing lots of care and training. Having one like Riddle for a companion/service dog, for me, is a big pipe dream -- and it ain't gonna happen. But I can appreciate her from afar.❤
My grandparents used to have a male tervuren, lennox, but when my grandpa was diagnosed with a lung tumor and got more and more sick, they made the decision to adopt him out to a lady in amsterdam (we're dutch so the ride wasn't that long). My grandma couldn't take care of my grandpa and a bigger dog at the same time. Thankfully they found just the right person for lennox and he's doing great ❤
I hope they can visit him.
@@citroniron8861 my grandpa passed away 2 years ago so he can't and my grandma doesn't have any desire to (she and lennox didn't really get along) so it's probably for the best tbh
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She is so focused on you! It's so sweet! She's calm if you are making eye contact or touching her at all times. I love her so much!
OMG, the look of concern on her face when she heard Vanessa's puppy whine broke my heart. Such a sweet puppy ❤
My friend has one named Bear, he's his service dog. They are very nervous, but, so sweet and loving. He came to work with Daddy everyday. And this boy, loved his treats! I had him spoiled, I am his aunt Robin. And he would protect me with his life. He loves belly pets, anything your eating. Come up and bumping you with his nose, if you wasn't paying attention to him. I love this dog. I wish I could show you a picture of him, But my phone won't give me that choice. Don't worry he will love water soon and dive in any pond he can find.
Hey girl, did you notice that she always tried to keep
her eyes on you? She is so gorgeous 😍 As she grows and that coat of hers gets longer she's going to be under that dryer forever. It's a good thing that the owners are starting her spa experience at a very young age.
According to the experienced in the comments it figures Riddle is focused like that - always expecting a job to do is in her genetics. ❤
Puppies of full size dogs are just the cutest thing.
She's absolutely adorable and has a fantastic temperament. Her hooman is doing a fabulous job with her.
I had one 13.5 years. I did senior care home visitation with him through St. John's Ambulance, in Canada. He was a gentleman, somewhat indifferent to my 2 young children, but highly tolerant of them, tho they were never permitted to be anything but respectful of him. I did work with him daily for 6 months, then I had my faithful, well-behaved dog for over 13 years. I was a full-time at home mother, he went everywhere w us, but got 2 30min-1hr walks per day, usually off leash, that was all he required, but he was free to move in and outside our home, which makes a big difference, as does being home with him every day. If u both work, get two dogs w a dog door so they can go in and out to a fenced in run. Leaving any dog home alone all day is cruel. They r pack animals and need company.
My daughter’s family just adopted one. A veterinarian in their neighborhood found one running loose. He opened his car door and she jumped right in! He figured she was from a back yard breeder. The funny thing is that she wants to herd the boys and the cat!
Hahahaha! Aw, I'm glad the poor thing found a loving home.
Not funny at all, as herding was their original purpose. My Malinois has to know where her people are at all times (if we're not where we're supposed to be, she will make sure that we are in our proper places).
Typical for belgian shepherd 😂 my family had one, she started to whine and nip your hair / hem of your shirt if you tried to run from her. She also herded the airplanes. That was one cray-cray dog but totally awesome!
My cousin had a sheltie that was constantly herding all the kids at parties and such at their house.
We had a sheltie when I was little. My dad got her for the family one Christmas and we named her Holly. We had a rough collie before and my father thought he could handle a sheltie. Wrong! Cute little puppy but she was a handful. We ended up giving her to a family friend who owned a farm. When we took her to her new home she bolted out of the car and ran. We watched her having the time of her life. She took off over a hill and all we could see was a flock of birds fleeing for their lives! It was so funny. She ended up living her best sheltie life on that farm.
Omg her big sad brown eyes!!! I would just fall in love with her instantly
Look how attentive that pup is already.. looks right in the eye.. real good pup
wow she's beautiful. My hope in this world is that no one would ever mistreat one of these dogs because they are who they are (or mistreat ANY animal!). They are truly, truly amazing dogs.
This puppy defines the purpose of being a puppy: to be so adorable that someone wants to take care of her for 15 years 🥰
She just touches the heart. Her little whimper was so endearing. You handled her perfectly. Thanks for the video.
Even though she is soooo precious and cute I really appreciate you telling viewers what different breeds that you groom need and the truth about their breeds nature. I love your channel and all that you do for animals and all the help and education you give to us! ❤
I just came across your channel today and fell completely in love with it. I binged watched at least 20 episodes and wanted to give you your 💐 you are a true blessing and great spirit. Keep doing your thing and 🫡 ❤🎉
This is the calmest little maligator I have ever seen in my life 😍
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You haven't met mine. She'd rather sleep than do almost anything.
the videos not even 15 mins long lmao hardly any insight into how calm or energetic she is
She is indeed cute. But the name we use for these guys is "Tervinator." :)
@@datguy8371 As what "Maligators" are to alligators, "Tervinators" are to terminators.
For her breed, she was very well behaved. They are known to be mouthy also, only saw that 1 time. You handled her wonderfully! ❤❤❤
Riddle is so incredibly cute and sweet! I totally understand why people want these dogs. That said, they are a working breed. They're "designed" to do certain things, and that doesn't include sitting on the couch with the kiddies.
Unless that sitting on a couch with the kiddies is after a long day of lots of mental stimulation and exercise
I love your patience and kindness when you are grooming a scared dog. Your compassion is wonderful.❤❤
I just want to cuddle her! What a sweet little girl!
Those eyes!! My rescue Newfie has those soul-connecting eyes, as well. We say he has "Sven eyes." Sven being the reindeer in the animated movie Frozen ❤🐾🐾
Puppies and kittens have something to them... So frickin adorable, I cannot! 😭
It's because they're babies. And all babies are adorable. At least most of them are 😂
@@Randomperson16-q4j Except the human ones. Ick.
@@Randomperson16-q4j Well, there's vulture chicks... Pretty weird looking, although still more adorable than the parents 😅
@@thany3 I'm not going to look up any pictures just for my own sake 😂
@@thany3 Well, basically all altricial birds are far from gorgeous in chick stage 😅
she may be nervous and a little scared but she has an excellent temperament the breeder has done an excellent job here. she is absolutely adorable.
I just love how she has great eye contact with you.A very intelligent little lady and having known a full grown Malinois ,aptly named Bear, they do need someone who can keep up with them and their high energy.Thank you Vanessa.
I would love to have this breed ...she is constantly looking at you for reassurance ❤😊
She is so sweet! I would never attempt to raise such a demanding breed, so I am really glad to get to enjoy her bath with you.
1:32 Precious little creature.
I love how she looks in your face like you are talking to her and not about her.
You should talk to your dogs, they love the face to face connection
Such a precious bean ❤️ and thank you for taking the opportunity to talk about how, no matter how cute certain breeds may look, they have a lot of needs that must be taken into account to ensure they’re right for you.
I’m working on adopting a dog and my friends and family throw a rather amount of “healthy” shade at me for being very choosey about it, saying if I want a specific breed I should just go to a breeder. I have to emphasize that’s not the case, I just want to make sure that whatever dog I end up adopting is as happy in this home as I am, and that includes making sure I’m able to meet their needs. And the unfortunate fact is that a lot of the dogs whose needs I know I can’t meet (particularly very energetic or athletic dogs since I live in town and only have a partial fence) are precisely the varieties of dogs that people give up because they can’t keep up with their needs 🥺
She’s a sweetie
When she seemed worried she looked right in your eyes so she knew things are safe and okay.
Man, you can literally see how intelligent she is. She didn't like being on your lap because she couldn't look at your face. She's a sweetheart!
This is very important exposure for malinos plus Mals don't forget people so this could become a lifelong relationship
Wow! that's amazing! Loving all these comments from Malinos Familiar People! Way too easy to think I want one! LOL
@@sandylu562 I always say you want a dog or a malinos because they are not the same thing due to the sheer amount of work you have to put in and the amount of stimulation they need , saying all that I wouldn't have any other breed but I'm very active outdoors and live in the middle of nowhere on my own
I so appreciate your honesty about all the breeds you work with. Her breed is such high energy even if they are up for rehoming its policy here they will not be released to another home until a extensive questionaire is answered.
One gentleman that adopted one, ran 6-12 miles daily no matter the weather to keep up with his dogs fitness and well being demands.
Their breed is not to be taken lightly. Even as a puppy her energy level is off the charts and she will need consistent and dedicated training.
They are amazing dogs but ONLY in the right home and hands.
Beautiful first groom ❤ shes a sweetheart. So glad she has an owner who KNOWS about her needs from the beginning ❤
They trust humans so much. She was just staring you for first few minutes. ❤❤❤❤ May all animals always feel safe with humans and may humans also treat them well. 🤲🏻🙏🏼🤲🏻🙏🏼😢😢😢
1:36.. oh man that look lol
Wow! Well socialized and calm for a BM! She'll be a wonderful addition to the pack/ family. BTW, you were terrific with her.
Worth noting that there are breeders (at least here in europe) that breed Tervuerens and Groenendaels specifically for companionship or show dogs, not working dogs. In fact, my very first dog that I bought myself was a Terv, and she was with me for 12 long, wonderful years. When she got older she did get a bit nervous and also had a habit of wanting to herd cars (she was never, ever off the leash) but for the most part she was an amazing dog. I miss her every day.
I hadn't heard of the tervuren before, so I looked them up. And OMG! She's gonna be GORGEOUS when she gets older 😍 But I will gladly enjoy how much of a cutie patootie she is now!
My family had one of these when I was growing up, our first pure-bred dog after years of rescues. It was clear from the get-go that she was a step above. My dad wanted a watch dog, which she was, and with the jet black coat you’d never see her coming at night. She herded us in the yard, nipping at our heels, but was also so sweet. I would use her as a pillow and lie reading books to her. We had a pet rabbit that would curl up with her too. Seeing this puppy brings back such sweet memories of our Abigail. ❤ You can see the good breeding and temperament even at this young age. Thank you for sharing her!
Her one floppy ear is so cute I cant!
Hopefully that second ear will straighten out. It is common at this age to have a floppy ear.
I just love how these precious fur babies try to make eye contact with you continuously for reassurance. So adorable!!!🥰❤️🐾🐾
Everyone has the same sentiment about this absolutely precious little Riddle
Terv!!!!!!!!! Finally! My current service dog is a Terv.
Thank you for emphasizing the importance of getting a dog that fits your lifestyle.
Belgian person here (who kinda had to look it up) it is true that a long coated mallinois can be registered as a tervuren however there is a distinction between the breeds. They also don’t cross the breeds. However they did in the past which is why from time to time these long coated puppies show up (the gene is recessive so both parents need to have it). Due to he seperation of the breeds the tervuren are a little less work driven (though I only say this because mallinois are insane when it comes to work) and a bit more playful. The biggest difference is obviously the coat. Both breeds are part of the 4 belgian herding breeds.
Thanks for that great info ❤
The breeds can be crossed again, at least in some countries. Which is good for the gene pool. Those puppies are then registered depending on their coat.
I was looking for this, thank you, I thought they were different breeds
Do you mean varieties instead of breeds? Because the American Kennel Club is the only one to say that they are four different breeds. In Europe (so in Belgium too) and in Canada they are considered as one breed with four varieties.
She's just so precious 💞
Those eyes are saying: “I trust You, Vanessa, not to do anything to hurt Me!”😇🙏🏾☝🏾🐶🥰
Riddle is adorable puppy asmr. Her eyes are hypnotic.
Glad to hear about knowledgeable owners!
She is so precious!
Belgians are so beautiful! One of my faves to look at. Not a breed I’d get, but I love them anyway.
She looks at you so lovingly and trusting....I cannot imagine there are people out there that harm these beautiful creatures that only want to please us and are the most loyal animals in the world.
She is so adorable and those ears one up one down normal let’s hope she can grow into them. And I just know she’s gonna be a beautiful dog and hopefully they’ll keep bringing her to you cause I know all of us would love to see her grow.
The definition of cuteness 😊
She is soooo cute🥰🥹
I love the info you give on each breed. I fall in love with so many puppies and cats on fhis channel and then you tell me all rhe work and money and other requirements and my cluckiness gets reigned in. I also love that I can come visit those gorgeous puppies and kittens here so I dont need to feel sad 😁
Now our brave riddle can tell her humans how she beat the scary wind monster and lived to tell the tail...eer tale. 😅😂❤
Omg she's adorable and has cute puppy eyes
Those eyes just melt my ❤heart. Not for the faint at heart. These are hard working dogs with huge energy.
She is just adorable. Those eyes! 🥹
honestly, the least clickbait title ever, she really is 🥺🥺🥺
LOVE her ears! 😍
I Love how Fluffy she was after the blow dry! What a sweet girl.
Omg her little eyes are PRECIOUS!
She is just so adorable ❤
Just looked up pictures of adult Belgian Tervurens - what stunning dogs!
And as a reasonably responsible dog owner, I know they are not for me!!!
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PUP!
Oh my goodness, she's ridiculously adorable. Such a sweet face and an absolute angel in temperament.
That little face and those ears, getting overloaded by her adorableness!
She's riddled with adorableness
Kisses, kisses upon kisses upon kisses to be given to the adorable puppy.
Riddle is absolutely adorable. What a pretty face and those puppy eyes.😅❤
This pup has an excellent temperament considering this is her first grooming.. she is also gorgeous!
Riddle is adorable! What a sweetie!
I really appreciate the information you share about the different breeds you work with. Too many people don’t do the research before getting a dog and they end up not being prepared and then the dog suffers.
For a realistic idea of a Belgian Shepherd's energy and stamina level: Belgian Shepherds have run in and finished the Iditarod. No, I am not joking. They make good lead dogs because it is mighty convenient to have a lead dog that will actually come back when the driver gets dumped off the back of the sled instead of merrily continuing to Nome.