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Vizsla
Medium Breed
The Vizsla is a medium-sized, very elegant gun dog, noble in appearance with a gleaming golden coat.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Hungary
Weight
22.5kg / 50lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 58-64cm / 22¾ - 25¼ inches; Females 54-60cm / 21¼ - 23½ inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short coat
Markings
Various shades of russet gold and dark sandy gold (semmelgelb). The leathers may be a little darker, otherwise uniform in colour. A small white patch on the chest or throat, and white toes are acceptable.
Lifespan
12-15 years
This beautiful dog is also intelligent and talented in many areas including hunting, tracking, retrieving, pointing, watch dog and competitive obedience. Very loving and gentle, the Vizsla is reliable with children and is able to adapt quickly to family life, making a fine companion and family pet.
Temperament
The Vizsla is very smart and highly trainable breed, although he can be wilful and easily distracted. Lively, friendly and evenly tempered, the Vizsla is reliable with children. Loving, demonstrative and gentle, the Vizsla makes a fine family pet, providing he is exercised well.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Vizslas are magnificent medium-sized hunting dogs, of a slender physique, elegant in appearance with a beautiful russet gold coat.
- Makes a good companion and family pet
- Excels as a watchdog
- Very little grooming required
- No trimming or stripping required
- Adapts well to most climates
- An excellent jogging companion
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Not recommended for apartment living
- Requires sufficient daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Prone to hip dysplasia