Belgian Tervuren, << TUR vurn, >> is a breed of dog closely related to the Belgian sheepdog. It is named after the town of Tervuren, Belgium, where the breed originated about 1880. The adult Tervuren has a rich mahogany coat with black overlays on its face, ears, shoulders, and tail. Tervurens hold their ears stiffly erect and have long tails. These dogs make affectionate companions.