Courageous
Loyal
Territorial
Good natured
Protective
Independent
Enduring
Quiet
Determined
Lively

Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Hungary

United States

Scent Hound

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

9th Century

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black

Gray
White

Transylvanian Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Transylvanian Hound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Mini Cairn Pin can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Transylvanian Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mini Cairn Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Transylvanian Hound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Mini Cairn Pins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

None

OFA on hips and elbows

Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

Transylvanian Hound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini Cairn Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Transylvanian Hound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Transylvanian Hounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Mini Cairn Pins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Transylvanian Hound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Mini Cairn Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Transylvanian Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Mini Cairn Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 66-77 pound (30 - 35 kg) Transylvanian Hound feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Mini Cairn Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Transylvanian Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Mini Cairn Pin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Transylvanian Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Cairn Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Transylvanian Hounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Mini Cairn Pin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Transylvanian Hounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Mini Cairn Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Transylvanian Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Transylvanian Hounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mini Cairn Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Transylvanian Hounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Mini Cairn Pins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.