Courageous
Loyal
Territorial
Good natured
Protective
Independent
Enduring
Quiet
Determined
Lively

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

Transylvanian Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silky-Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Transylvanian Hound if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Silky-Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Hungary

United States

Scent Hound

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

9th Century

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

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

Silky-Pins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Silky-Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Silky-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.

While the Silky-Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

OFA on hips and elbows

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Transylvanian Hounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Silky-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Transylvanian Hounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Silky-Pins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Transylvanian Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Silky-Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Run, Scent Games, Fetch, Agility, Cuddling, Walks, Chasing, Running, Tag game, Sleeping

Walking

Transylvanian Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Silky-Pins are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Silky-Pin, it's at least 8 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 Silky-Pins usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky-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 Silky-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Silky-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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Silky-Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Transylvanian Hounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silky-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.

Silky-Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Silky-Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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