Transylvanian Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Transylvanian Hound to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Transylvanian Hounds and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Transylvanian Hound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-24 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Hungary
Germany
Origin Year
1000 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Transylvanian Hound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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