American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Stafford or Canis Ovilis Fenyesi or Hungarian Hound? Find the right dog for you
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Compare American Staffordshire Terrier and Mudi. Which is better: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound?
Name | American Staffordshire Terrier | Mudi | Transylvanian Hound |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 83 | 486 | 244 |
Reviews | 7 | 2 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound breeds. |
Stafford Staffy Amstaff |
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi |
Hungarian Hound Transylvanian Scent Hound Erdélyi kopó |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare adult weight ranges. | 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) | 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg) | Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 62 pounds (27.5 kg) | 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison: | Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) | 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) | Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) | 17 inches (43 cm) | Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $800-$1000 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? | Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is easiest to train? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. | Mudi dogs are easy to train. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most alert? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. | Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most protective? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. | Mudi dogs are average defenders. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare temperaments. |
Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious |
Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work |
Independent Protective Courageous Loyal Territorial Lively Quiet Determined Good natured Enduring |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound? | High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison: | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. | Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. | The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Their prey drive is low. | Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. | Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most playful? | The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. | Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mudi indoors. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Transylvanian Hound indoors. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Transylvanian Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Transylvanian Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which uses mouth most during play? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Transylvanian Hound bite force: Ordinary. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has fewer health issues? | The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Mudis are commonly healthy dogs. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison: | No data available |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia | Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most active? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which needs most food? | 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. What colors are available? |
Black Blue White Brown |
Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey) |
Black Tan Brown Tricolor |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which drools least? | The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. | The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine |
Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short |
Dense Shiny Smooth Straight Coarse Flat Short |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or {name3 shedding: | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. | Mudi dogs shed moderately. | Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best with kids? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Staffordshire Terrier or Mudi or Transylvanian Hound? | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound? |
Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Transylvanian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No Transylvanian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Transylvanian Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most puppies? | 5-10 puppies | 5-8 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Mudi vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Staffordshire Terrier, Mudi, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most recognition? | No data available | No data available |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
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