Vizsla Dog

We elaborate the Vizsla puppy breed with Vizsla temperament, training, appearance, weight, life span and much more information about this breed.

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

Vizsla Puppy Appearance

The Hungarian Vizsla is one of seven dog breeds recognized as hunters, guides and retrievers (CGR). They are hunting dogs that combine their smell with their great sense of direction, as well as being good at recovering as well as enjoying working in the water. They have great endurance and are willing to work in any weather. They are medium, active and noble dogs.

Vizsla Weight

20 – 30 kg.

Vizsla Size

Male:     56 – 64 cm

Female: 53 – 61 cm

Medium size, with males stand 22 to 24 inches at the shoulder, females stand 21 to 23 inches.

Vizsla Average life span

9 – 15 years.

Vizsla Temperament

They are good with children making them good companions for the family. They are also loving, loyal, crave human attention and are not adapted to living in kennels. It would be perfect for an active family as they have a lot of energy. They are excellent swimmers and often swim in pools if one is available.

Vizsla Training

He is intelligent and eager to learn, typical of hunting dog breeds, which means they are easy to train. Training should be gentle as they are very sensitive.

Vizsla Cleanliness

Its coat requires minimal grooming, with a weekly brushing to remove dead hairs will be enough to keep it healthy. However, the thick-coated Vizsla needs regular brushing to remove loose, dead hair.

Vizsla Exercise

They need long daily walks and a lot of mental stimulation to keep them healthy and happy. A bored Hungarian Vizsla can be destructive.

Health. Hip malformation or dysplasia

results in a poor fit between the head of the femur bone and the acetabulum of the hip. This condition can be alleviated by surgery, although with consequences for dogs and owners since dogs with dysplasia usually produce puppies with the same condition. Buyers should ask if both the parent of the puppy they are interested in has been recently tested and is free of hip dysplasia. Don’t take yes for an answer without seeing a certificate and ask for a copy to take to your vet.

Von Willebrand disease (VWD)

is an inherited (non-sex-linked) autosomal bleeding disorder characterized by prolonged bleeding times (somewhat similar to hemophilia in humans) and a mild to severe factor IX deficiency. The DNA test for Von Willebrand disease is now available. Reproduction between carriers can produce offspring that, in theory, will be 25% healthy, 50% carriers, and 25% sick. Ideally, the reproductions are in healthy pairs or of healthy and carrier where the disease would not affect any of the puppies. Not all dogs affected with VWD will have serious bleeding problems, but they are at risk whenever they need to undergo surgery or have an accident. Only some unlucky dogs affected by the disease will bleed seriously from a minor puncture or injury.

Hypothyroidism

It is an endocrine disease that results in abnormally low production of thyroid hormones. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include lethargy, mental depression, weight gain, and a tendency to seek warm places. Hypothyroidism can also affect the coat and skin, causing hair loss and excessive dandruff.

Epilepsy

It is a seizure disorder that can appear in this breed. The seizures range from a distant gaze or contractions in one part of the face to the pet falling on its side, barking, grinding its teeth, urinating, defecating and moving its limbs. Seizures usually come on suddenly and end in the same way, and can last from seconds to minutes. The disorder has no known cause, however a veterinarian’s examination is important to determine the general health of the pet and to ensure that there is no underlying disease that may be causing the seizures. Treatment may include anti-seizure medications. Always seek the advice of a veterinarian.

Entropion

It is a problem in the eyelid that makes it turn inward. Lashes appear on the edge of the eyelid which irritates the surface of the eyeball and can lead to more serious problems.

History

The history of the Vizsla dates back to the 8th century in the Carpathian Basin in Hungary. Here they were used as hunting dogs by a tribe known as the Magyar. Carmelite friars in the year 1357 wrote the first known writing of the Hungarian Vizsla in the “Illustrated Chronicle of Vienna” by order of King Louis the Great. The Vizsla were close to extinction over the years, mainly due to the loss of popularity by English and German shorthaired guides in 1800 and also in the aftermath of World War II. It was used in the development of other breeds especially the Weimaraner and the German Shorthair Pointer. In Rome, in 1950, Frank J. Tallman and Emmett A. Scanlan imported the Vizsla Sari, being the first in America. The American Kennel Club recognized the Hungarian Vizsla in 1960.