Wirehaired Vizsla
Breed Information |
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| Popularity |
2022: #142 2021: #144 2020: #155 2019: #145 2018: #167 2017: #155 2016: #157 2015: #156 |
| Name | Wirehaired Vizsla |
| Other names | Drótszőrű magyar vizsla, Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla |
| Origin |  Hungary |
| Breed Group | Sporting (AKC:2014) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 12-14 years |
| Temperament |
Friendly Loving Intelligent Loyal Out-going Protective |
| Height |
Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm) Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) |
| Weight |
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
| Colors | Golden |
| Litter Size | 6-10 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $1500 USD The Wirehaired Vizsla is a rare dog breed in Hungary with an estimated 30 litters (approximately 140-150 dogs) being registered annually. The average price for a puppy will be somewhere between $1,000 - $1,500 per puppy. It could be more or it could be less, depending on the breeder, where the breeder lives, shipping costs and the genetic's of the puppy. |
Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
5 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
2 stars The Wirehaired Vizsla is not recommended for apartment life. It is moderately active indoors and does best with at least an average-sized yard. |
| Barking Tendencies |
1 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. It is also friendly toward strangers. |
| Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
4 stars This is an energetic working dog with enormous stamina. It needs to be taken on daily, long, brisk walks or jogs. In addition, it needs plenty of opportunity to run, preferably off the leash in a safe area. If these dogs are allowed to get bored, and are not walked or jogged daily, they can become destructive and start to display a wide array of behavioral problems. |
| Grooming |
2 stars Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
| Health Issues |
3 stars Hypoallergenic: Unknown |
| Intelligence |
2 stars Ranking: # Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
4 stars |
| Shedding Level |
1 stars Minimal Shedding: This dog will shed a negligible amount. Recommended for owners who do not want to deal with dog hair in their cars and homes. |
| Stranger Friendly |
4 stars |
| Trainability |
5 stars Easy Training: Training will be enjoyable. This dog is inclined to listen to commands and obey its owner. This breed will require |
| Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
Wirehaired Vizsla Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Rocky | Sadie |
| 02 | Riley | Lucy |
| 03 | Oliver | Sophie |
| 04 | Murphy | Chloe |
| 05 | Teddy | Luna |
| 06 | Oscar | Lola |
| 07 | Milo | Zoey |
| 08 | Rusty | Missy |
| 09 | Buster | Gracie |
| 10 | Shadow | Stella |
| 100 Cute Puppy Names › | ||
Overview |
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The Hungarian Wire-haired Vizsla is a medium-sized, wire-coated hunting dog, with a distinguished appearance and bearing. They have a lean build and are very robust. The coat is an attractive russet gold. This is a dog of power and drive in the field, yet is a tractable and affectionate companion in the home. Field-conditioned coats, as well as a brawny or sinewy muscular condition, and honorable scars, indicating a working hunting dog, are never to be penalized. The qualities that make a “dual dog” are always to be appreciated, not depreciated. The Hungarian Wire-haired Vizsla is a versatile, natural hunter endowed with an excellent nose and an above average trainability. Although they are lively, gentle mannered, demonstrably affectionate and sensitive, they are also fearless and possessed of a well-developed protective instinct. The breed has a firmness on point, is an excellent retriever, and has the determination to remain on the scent even when swimming. The overall appearance embodies the qualities of a multi-purpose pointing dog, endurance, working ability and an easily satisfied nature. |
History |
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The creation of the Wirehaired Vizsla started in the 1930s. It was noticed that some Vizslas had thicker coats which gave them better protection in cover and water. One of these thicker coated females was crossed with a German Wirehaired Pointer. The breeder who did this was Mr. Vasas Jozsef. He tried two such matings with the same male and different females. The Wirehaired Vizsla has two cousins, the Smooth Vizsla and the other, a rare longhaired Vizsla. The longhaired can be born in both smooth and wire litters, although this is quite a rare occurrence. The longhaired Vizslas are not registered anywhere in the world but there are some to be found in Europe. The Wirehaired Vizsla was officially recognized by the AKC in 2014. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: Wirehaired Vizsla - Top 10 Facts
