Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Gentle
Kind
Trustworthy

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Territorial
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Determined
Easygoing
Willing
Good natured
Enduring
Evenly Tempered

United States

Hungary

Golden Retriever and Sheltie

Vizsla and Transylvanian Hound

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Sable
Black
Blue
Fawn

Brindle
Sable
Pied
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Red
Brown
Black

Golden Shelties have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Golden Sheltie can have a litter of 4-6 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 Transylvizsla Hound can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Lymphoma
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

None Known

Entropion
Allergies
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Golden Sheltie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Sheltie, it's at least 12 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 Transylvizsla Hound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shelties 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.

In general most Transylvizsla 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.

Golden Shelties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Transylvizsla Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Golden Sheltie feed 3 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 65-75 pound (29 - 34 kg) Transylvizsla Hound feed 2.5 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 Golden Sheltie is somewhere $1.50 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Transylvizsla Hound is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Sheltie 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 Transylvizsla Hound is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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.

Golden Shelties can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Golden Shelties make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Transylvizsla Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Shelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Transylvizsla Hounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Shelties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Golden Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Transylvizsla Hounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.