Transylvanian Hound vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Compatibility
91% Compatible
Energy Level
Transylvanian Hound: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
Transylvanian Hound: May be Stubborn0.2
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Transylvanian Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Transylvanian Hound5/5
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Transylvanian Hound5/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Good with Strangers
Transylvanian Hound4/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
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
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
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 Fun Fact
These hounds were historically used to track bears through the snowy Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania.
German Shorthaired Pointer Fun Fact
Can maintain speeds of up to 35 mph while running and are excellent swimmers due to their webbed feet.
Heritage & Purpose
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.
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.
Special Considerations
Transylvanian Hound
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular grooming required during shedding seasons. Exercise requirements must be met to prevent behavioral issues.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.
Shedding
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