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23/09/2000
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Transylvanian Hound


Other names : Erdelyi Kopo

Native country : Hungary

History

The Transylvanian Hound originated in the ninth century, when the Magyars brought in hounds and crossed them with local breeds and Polish hounds. He was used in hunting wolf and bear and comes in two varieties:- Short-legged, used on fox and hare; and - Long legged, specializing in wild boar, deer, and lynx.

Description

Tireless, bold, and determined, the Transylvanian Hound has a very keen sense of smell and an acute sense of direction. A versatile hunting dog, he is obedient and docile. He needs firm training.

Advice

He needs lots of exercise and regular brushing.

Function

Hunting dog.

In details...

Head:Fairly long. Slightly domed skull. Stop not pronounced. Straight nosebridge. Tight-lipped.
Ears:Hanging without wrinkles, wider in the center, rounded tips.
Eyes:Medium-sized, oval, slightly slanted, dark brown.
Body:Nearly square. Muscular neck of medium length. Pronounced withers. Long, broad chest. Slight tuck-up.
Tail:Set on low. Hanging at rest. Curled level with the topline in action.
Hair:Short-legged variety: short, straight, dense hair. - Long-legged variety: longer, denser, harsher hair. Undercoat.
Coat:Short-legged variety: reddish-brown toward the abdomen and legs. - Long-legged variety: black. Red spots on the eyebrows, muzzle, and legs. Both varieties often have white spots on the forehead, chest, feet, and tip of the tail.
Size:- Short-legged variety: 45 to 50 cm (17,7-19,7 in). - Long-legged variety: 55 to 65 cm (21,7-25,6 in).
Weight:30 to 35 kg (66-77 lb).
Group:Scendthounds and related breeds



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