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Vizsla

Hungarian Shorthaired Pointer, Shorthair Vizsla, Rövidszöru Magyar Vizsla

The Vizsla is appreciated as much by hunters as all types of owners. He hunts in woods, water, on flat or uneven ground, can sometimes be a guard dog, but above all is a companion dog. He can perform all these functions without any problem and always with affection and kindness. He will be able to adapt to all lifestyles and family situations.

Height 52 to 61 cm

Weight 22 to 30 kg

Life expectancy 12 to 13 years

Home country Hungary

Index

Personality Appearance Price Tips Health History

Quick Overview of the Vizsla

Temperament

Kind and gentle
Docile and affectionate
Balanced and respectful of those around him
Never nervous

Appearance

Elegant and distinguished
Dress in shades of fawn and sand
Short, smooth coat
Oval and brown eyes

Health

No particular pathology
Rarely ill

Temperament of the Vizsla

Kind, gentle and docile, the Vizsla is very affectionate with his family and especially with children. He is very balanced and totally respects his surroundings.

Never nervous, he hardly ever barks. Docile, his upbringing is easy. He's an outstanding worker. He is very sociable, but can sometimes become guardian by barking when strangers come on his territory. However, the job of guard stops there, he is never aggressive.

This superb dog can live just about anywhere. Despite his aptitudes and love of hunting and exercise, he can live very well in an apartment. Contact with his master and his family is his main interest.

If he becomes a city dog and has the opportunity to run and exercise regularly, he will also be very happy as long as he stays with his family.

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Breed Appearance

Elegant and distinguished, the Vizsla has a rather light but harmonious constitution. His noble appearance and light physique leaves the impression of an athlete built for running and exercise.

Height

Between 67 and 61 cm (26.38 to 24.02 inches) for the male
Between 52 and 57 cm (20.47 to 22.44 inches) for the female

Weight

Between 22 and 30 kg (48.50 to 66.14 pounds) for the male
Between 22 and 30 kg (48.50 to 66.14 pounds) for the female

Color

His beautiful dress varies in shades of fawn and sand.

Hair

His short coat is very smooth.

Morphology

His slightly domed head with moderate stop is rather dry with a non-sharp and blunt muzzle. His oval, brown eyes are medium size. His hanging ears are v-shaped. His nose is in complete harmony with his coat colour. His tail is usually shortened by two thirds and is carried horizontally. Otherwise it can easily reach the hock.

According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 7, section 1 and is #57

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Tips About this breed

This beautiful dog is very kind with all members of the family, big or small, affectionate and devoted to his masters. The Vizsla can be a little obstinate but as he is very easy to train, a good firm education will be enough to make him an excellent and more docile companion.

For hunting enthusiasts, the versatile Vizsla is also an excellent swimmer. He can therefore perform well on all types of terrain and in water.

Health of the Vizsla

This hardy and robust dog does not have any health issues. The Vizsla does not suffer from any particular pathology and generally enjoys a good life expectancy. He is rarely ill.

GROOMING

His beautiful, floppy ears should be monitored regularly and periodic brushing is necessary to ensure a healthy, beautiful coat. No other special care is necessary.

History of this breed

The Vizsla is said to be descended from two breeds of dogs that have since disappeared. His origins are uncertain, but he probably originated from the cross between the Transylvanian Hound and the Turkish Yellowhound that took place in Hungary several years ago.

The Vizsla has been mentioned in written documents since the 14th century, which certainly makes him a very old dog. Used for hunting since the beginning, he is particularly appreciated for his great versatility when hunting in woods, water or plains.

All terrains are accessible to him without any restriction and as he can very well withstand extreme weather variations, he was then, and still today, a dog of choice for all types of hunters.

Towards the end of the 18th century, the breed's numbers had diminished considerably, but as the breed was later reconstituted, more targeted breeding began around 1920 and the FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) officially recognized him in 1936.

The Vizsla is a medium-size dog that is always appreciated for his great hunting skills, but he is also very popular as a companion dog. Nowadays, families, whether hunting enthusiasts or not, greatly appreciate him as a companion.

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