Belgium
Transylvanian Hound dog breed - photos and description
Photos of the breed
Main characteristics of the breed
| Care: | Need regular care |
| Size: | Medium |
| Molt: | Sheds very little or almost no shedding |
| Need for activity: | Need a lot of physical activity |
| Domination: | Average |
| Tolerance of loneliness: | Independent |
| Type of wool: | Shorthaired |
| Temperament: | Sanguine, Choleric |
| Friendly to strangers: | Fairly friendly |
| Intellect: | Adaptive intelligence |
| Learnability: | Very easy to learn |
| Specialization: | Hunting, Watch dogs, Service |
| Tendency to bark: | Bark only for warning, not for long |
Transylvanian hounds are a breed of dog that was bred in Transylvania (Romania) to hunt foxes and hares. These dogs have a thick undercoat that helps keep them warm in cold weather. They also have high stamina and speed, making them excellent hounds. Transylvanian hounds have a calm nature and get along well with people, but can be aggressive towards other animals.