Description: "Vizsla" means alert and responsive in the Hungarian language. The Vizsla has become a popular work, show and companion dog in the past few years. Robust but lightly built, the Vizsla is a great jumper and if bored will try to escape from a yard that does not have a sufficiently high fence. The Vizsla is happiest when they have something to do. The Vizsla will adapt to city living, but will require long walks and human companionship as they have enormous stamina. Somewhat sensitive, the Vizsla needs to be handled gently. The Vizsla is reliable with children and will quickly adapt to family life.

Other Names: Hungarian Vizsla, Magyar Vizsla, Hungarian Pointer, Drotszoru Magyar Vizsla

Height: 22.5 - 25 inches.
Weight: 48.5 - 66 lbs.

Colors of the Vizsla: Russet gold; small white marks on chest and feet acceptable.
Coat: Short, dense and straight.

Temperament: The Vizsla is gentle, responsive, alert.
With Children: Yes, the Vizsla usually gets along with children.
With Pets: Yes, the Vizsla usually gets along well with other household animals.
Special Skills: Hunting dog and family pet.

Watch-dog: High
Guard-dog: Low

Care and Training: Brush the Vizsla shorthaired coat with a firm bristle brush and dry shampoo occasionally. Keep nails trimmed. Plenty of opportunity to run off leash and regular daily walks as the Vizsla is an energetic breed that needs exercise to feel both physically and mentally happy.
Training: Basic training should be introduced as a puppy to a Vizsla. Early contact with people is needed. Easy to train as they try to please their owners. Harsh training techniques can ruin the Vizsla, consistency in training is the best.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - High, Problem Solving - Medium

Activity: Indoors - Low, Outdoors - High
Living Environment: Best suited for country living the Vizsla does not do as well in a city or suburban life but will adapt if sufficient exercise is given. Owners need to make their authority clear from the beginning. Would make a great companion for a hunter or a jogger.

Health Issues: Hip dysplasia, skin problems and epilepsy.

Life Span: 11 - 14 Years
Litter Size: 6 - 8

Country of Origin: Hungary
History: Also known as the Hungarian Pointer, Hungarian Vizsla or Magyar Vizsla, the Vizsla may trace their ancestry back to the Magyars who invaded Hungary from the east. Descended from the Turkish Yellow Dog, the Transylvania Hound and Weimaraner. The Vizsla breed was once used to hunt the vast plains of Hungary where game birds and hare lived. They were only known in Hungary until after World War II.

First Registered by the AKC: 1960
AKC Group: Sporting
Class: Gundog
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 7), KC (GB), UKC

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