Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or Slovak Hound or Hungarian Hound? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Vizsla and Slovensky Kopov. Which is better: Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound?
Name | Vizsla | Slovensky Kopov | Transylvanian Hound |
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Group | Gun Dog | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 30 | 389 | 244 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound breeds. |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
Slovak Hound Slovakian Hound Slovensky Kopov Black Forest Hound |
Hungarian Hound Transylvanian Scent Hound Erdélyi kopó |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | Male: 33-44 pounds (15-20 kg), Female: 33-44 pounds (15-20 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? | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) | Male: 38.5 pounds (17.5 kg), Female: 38.5 pounds (17.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison: | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) | Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) | Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) | Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1200 | Unknown | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. | Average: The Slovensky Kopov is a commonly available dog breed. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. | Very smart: Slovensky Kopov is an excellent dog breed. | Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is easiest to train? | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are easy to train. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most alert? | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are good watchdogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most protective? | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. | Slovensky Kopov dogs strongly protect their territory. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
Active Stubborn Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Sociable Determined |
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? | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound? | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Slovensky Kopov dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison: | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are a social breed. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Slovensky Kopov dogs have average wanderlust potential. | 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? | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Slovensky Kopov dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. | A lot: Slovensky Kopov is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most playful? | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. | The Slovensky Kopov is a highly playful breed. | The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla 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 Slovensky Kopov 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. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most flexible? | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Slovensky Kopov dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | 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: Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? | Vizsla 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. | Slovensky Kopov 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. | 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. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Slovensky Kopov 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which uses mouth most during play? | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Slovensky Kopov 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Slovensky Kopov bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Transylvanian Hound bite force: Ordinary. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed lives longest? |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Slovensky Kopov: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Slovensky Kopov can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has fewer health issues? | The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Slovensky Kopov is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Slovensky Kopov should have a complete physical check-up at least 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: Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most active? | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are high-energy dogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. | Slovensky Kopov dogs need a lot of exercises. | Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. | Slovensky Kopov dogs don't need too much sleep. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Slovensky Kopov 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. | 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. What colors are available? | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold | Black |
Black Tan Brown Tricolor |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Slovensky Kopov requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which drools least? | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Slovensky Kopov is an average drooler. | The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Slovensky Kopov has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat |
Dense Close Fitting |
Dense Shiny Smooth Straight Coarse Flat Short |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or {name3 shedding: | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. | Slovensky Kopov dogs shed moderately. | Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best with kids? | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Slovensky Kopov 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? | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. | Slovensky Kopov dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Slovensky Kopov dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Slovensky Kopov or Transylvanian Hound? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Slovensky Kopov 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: Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound? |
Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Slovensky Kopov 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? |
No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Slovensky Kopov is not the best dog breed 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? | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. | Slovensky Kopovs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for water work? | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Slovensky Kopov 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most military use? | 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. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most puppies? | 6-8 puppies | 4 to 6 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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 Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, 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. |
Vizsla vs Slovensky Kopov vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Vizsla, Slovensky Kopov, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | No data available |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
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