Training
No dog is complete without basic obedience training, and Belgian Tervurens are no different. The basic obedience instructions such as "sit," "stay," "come," "down," and "heel" should be given priority. The trick is to be consistent and provide positive reinforcement; Tervurens are intelligent dogs who learn these instructions fast. Keep them motivated throughout training sessions by rewarding them with goodies, praise, and playtime.
For Belgian Tervurens to grow into happy, healthy adults, socializing begins at a young age and continues throughout their lives. To avoid aggressive or timid behaviour, it's good to expose yourself to different places, people, pets, and scenarios. More self-assured and less anxious are the hallmarks of a well-socialized Tervuren.
Tervurens are great in agility training, obstacle courses, and picking up tricks because they thrive when given mental and physical challenges. Involving kids in such pursuits prevents them from being bored and also keeps their minds active. They prove themselves time and time again in canine events thanks to their intellect, speed, and nimbleness.
Tervurens often display herding tendencies around the home, as befits a breed with a herding history. Even though you may not have access to actual animals, you can still practice herding skills via targeted training or activities that require precise control of movement and direction.
When trained with positive reinforcement, Belgian Tervurens show remarkable improvement. Instead of using harsh training techniques or punishment, which may cause fear or resistance, try rewarding positive behaviour with toys, praise, and treats. Positivity, capitalizing on their drive to please, produces better outcomes.
You may take advantage of your dog's intellect and work ethic by teaching them simple instructions first, and then moving on to off-leash recall, more difficult obedience exercises, and advanced tricks. But, encouraging them to think independently may take time and effort, and they'll need a wide range of activities to keep them interested and avoid becoming bored.
