Transylvanian Hound for sale in the Netherlands

The Transylvanian Hound is a hardy Hungarian mountain hound that follows large game with voice and independent tracking across rugged terrain. A suitable owner checks daily needs, health and breeding records before choosing either a puppy or an adult dog.

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Characteristics

Origin: Hungary and Romania, Transylvania
Height: 55–65 cm
Weight: At least approximately 25 kg. Often 25–35 kg
Life expectancy: 11–14 years
Coat: Short, dense, black and tan. Brush weekly
Energy: Very high: prolonged tracking and mountain terrain work every day
Character: Courageous, balanced, persistent, loyal and hunting-oriented
Suitable for: Hunters or highly experienced hound homes with space and fencing

Background and temperament

The breed was developed in Hungary and Romania, Transylvania as a hardy Hungarian mountain hound that follows large game with voice and independent tracking across rugged terrain. That original task still shapes drive, pace and independence. Expect the breed behaviour described here and do not choose on appearance alone. Train recall and waiting early but expect lead management outside secure fencing and prevent voice from causing structural nuisance. Start socialisation, solitude and calm handling while young, using rewards and clear predictable boundaries. A stable dog can recover from new stimuli without continually barking, fleeing or threatening.

Exercise and daily care

Plan prolonged scent work daily and inspect drop ears, eyes, feet, muscles, grass seeds and ticks after terrain work. Coat care is: Short, dense, black and tan. Brush weekly. Also inspect ears, teeth, nails, skin and pads weekly. Keep the dog lean and increase running, jumping, cycling or heavy work gradually while growing. A garden does not replace shared exercise, mental work and rest. Teach an off-switch too, so extensive activity does not become chronic agitation.

Health and choosing a breeder

Request hip, elbow and ECVO results and family records on epilepsy, heart, ears, kidneys, gastric torsion and working longevity. Request original results linked to both parents and verify date, identity and assessing body. A verbal promise or DNA panel alone is insufficient. Discuss longevity, behaviour, causes of death and relatedness across the family. Choose a breeder who records problems, socialises puppies appropriately and values functional build and temperament above colour, size or show results.