German Shorthaired Pointer vs Transylvanian Hound
Breed Compatibility
91% Compatible
Energy Level
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Transylvanian Hound: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
Transylvanian Hound: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Transylvanian Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
Transylvanian Hound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Transylvanian Hound5/5
Good with Strangers
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Transylvanian Hound4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
German Shorthaired Pointer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward issue
Bloat: Gastric torsion condition
Epilepsy: Neurological disorder risk
Lymphedema: Tissue swelling concern
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pros
Excellent hunting companion
Highly trainable
Versatile athlete
Great family dog
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
Requires consistent training
May be too energetic for some
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
German Shorthaired Pointer Fun Fact
Can maintain speeds of up to 35 mph while running and are excellent swimmers due to their webbed feet.
Transylvanian Hound Fun Fact
These hounds were historically used to track bears through the snowy Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania.
Heritage & Purpose
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 1800s as a versatile hunting companion, excelling in both pointing and retrieving game birds across varied terrain types.
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.
Transylvanian Hound
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular grooming required during shedding seasons. Exercise requirements must be met to prevent behavioral issues.