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VIZSLA

THIS LOYAL AND GENTLE DOG IS HIGH-ENERGY BUT LOW MAINTENANCE AKC

Height range A typical European hunting dog thought to date back to the 16th
21–25 in (53–64 cm) century, this breed is also known as the Hungarian Shorthaired
Weight range Pointer. It is extremely affectionate and intelligent and responds
44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
well to training. Popular with both hunters and families,
Life span 13–14 years the dog has almost boundless energy and will
Feathering seek and retrieve sticks as readily as it will Strong,
on legs Origin Hungary muscular back
game—all day, if allowed.
Nose color
matches coat
Eyes slightly
darker than
coat color
Smooth, arched
neck is muscular
Slightly curved
tail tapers to
pointed tip
Distinctive, sleek,
golden-russet coat lacks
insulating undercoat
Long forearms
Tight, arched,
round, catlike feet

WIREHAIRED VIZSLA

BRED TO HUNT, BUT ALSO MAKES AN OBEDIENT AND AFFECTIONATE COMPANION AKC

Height range The wirehaired variety of Hungarian Vizsla, which was
21–24 in (53–62 cm) developed in the 1930s, has a stronger build than the
Weight range smooth-haired variety, probably because it originated from
44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
a cross between a smooth-coated Vizsla and a German
Life span 12–14 years Wirehaired Pointer. Its characteristic dense, wiry coat is
Origin Hungary ideal for hunting in cold conditions, while its shaggy
beard and eyebrows give it an alert but
gentle expression. Rounded, Golden
V-shaped
ears sand-
Eyes slightly colored
darker coat
than coat

Deep chest
Low-set, reaching down
slightly to elbows
curved tail

Straight
forelegs

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