Hungarian Hound - Transylvanian Scent Hound
- Lifespan
- 10–14 years[3]
Temperament
Good-natured, Courageous, Determined
[3]Hunting roles differed by leg length
The FCI standard records historical long-legged and short-legged types. It says the long-legged type hunted large game, while the short-legged type hunted fox, hare and chamois.
[1]Decline and preservation of the breed
The FCI standard says the breed nearly disappeared in the early 20th century and planned breeding resumed in 1968. It describes surviving long-legged dogs in Hungary and Romania, while stating that the short-legged variety disappeared.
[1]A short coat with tan on black
Height to body length is 10:11, giving a slightly elongated athletic build. The coat is short, dense and coarse, black with tan points; white is permitted within stated limits on areas including the chest and legs.
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