Vizsla Puppies Blog

Before running out and getting a Vizsla, here are some points to go over before making that decision. Vizslas need a good amount of exercise that requires a lot of walking and running and not just for a block or two. Future owners should be ready to give this to them. Vizsla are affectionate companions and get close to the owner that they may even become their shadow. If one desires this kind of closeness, then the Vizsla is just perfect. If one doesn’t want to be bothered by the “dog odor” that dogs are commonly known for, then don’t worry for this breed is clean, they do not have that odor and they have a low maintenance coat.

Vizsla are considered to be a talented and versatile  breed for they can function both as a pointer and the retriever with a soft mouth when holding on to objects. These are a few of many things to add to your checklist when getting a dog. If these things are green lights on your list, then the Vizsla is just waiting to be given a home.

Contrary to what you may think, the two types of  Hungarian Vizslas – Wire-haired and Short-haired are completely different breeds, though they share many of the same characteristics.

The wire haired Vizsla was crossed with the German Wirehaired pointer in order to get a coat that was better adapted to the cold and and was more tolerant of moisture. Currently, though they are well recognized in Europe, the wirehaired Vizsla is still a rare breed in the US, and isn’t recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) though they are recognized by several other clubs in the US. They are recognized by the FCI and considered a rare breed in Europe as well. The Wire-Haired Vizsla’s have a dense undercoat that protects them from moisture quite unlike their shorthaired cousins.

The short haired Vizsla is commonly recognized breed and thought to be the only kind of Hungarian Vizsla. They are not suited for cold climates or getting very wet, since they don’t have the protection of the undercoat. However, this also makes them great indoor dogs, as they are less prone to give their owners allergies. They also shed very little, and this results in a remarkable lack of the “Doggy Smell” that is a trademark of most other homes. They are one of the few breeds that are perfect family dogs as well as sporting dogs.

Vizsla is regarded as the dog with human soul. If you have a vizsla too, you know what I mean. 

The Vizsla’s temperament is much like that of otehr bird dogs or hunting dogs. They are playful, alert, social, and active. The Vizsla?s hunting roots are undeniable, and nothing makes it happier than a day in the field. With its boundless energy, it is difficult to tire out this dog. A Vizsla will retrieve and point naturally, and it also enjoys following the various scents it detects. Around the house, the Vizsla is gentle and affectionate; playful and lively. It thrives on the love and attention it can get from its family. These dogs are well mannered in the house when given the chance to exercise properly. However, if left inactive they will become neurotic and destructive inside. The Vizsla is intelligent and takes well to training, but it can be stubborn at times. Therefore consistent, firm training should be given to Vizsla puppies. With an overall sweet disposition, Vizslas are wonderful dogs.