English Setter vs Transylvanian Hound
Breed Compatibility
85% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Transylvanian Hound: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Transylvanian Hound: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Transylvanian Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Transylvanian Hound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Transylvanian Hound5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Transylvanian Hound4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
English Setter
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid hormone deficiency
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Bloat: Gastric dilatation risk
Transylvanian Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Bloat: Gastric torsion concerns
Ear Infections: Due to drop ears
Heart Issues: Cardiac health monitoring
Joint Problems: Elbow dysplasia risk
Pros & Cons Comparison
English Setter
Pros
Gentle and friendly temperament
Excellent with children
Athletic and versatile
Good hunting companion
Cons
Regular grooming required
High exercise needs
Can be stubborn
Moderate shedding
Transylvanian Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Good with family
Athletic and enduring
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
Can be stubborn
Requires space
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Transylvanian Hound Fun Fact
These hounds were historically used to track bears through the snowy Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania.
Heritage & Purpose
English Setter
Origin:
Developed in England during the 1800s for hunting game birds, these dogs excelled at 'setting' or crouching low when locating birds, allowing hunters to cast nets over the game.
Transylvanian Hound
Origin:
Developed in the Carpathian Mountains during medieval times, these hounds served Hungarian nobles as skilled trackers and hunters of large game, particularly bears and wild boar.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Transylvanian Hound
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular grooming required during shedding seasons. Exercise requirements must be met to prevent behavioral issues.
Shedding
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