Vizsla

Breed: Vizsla (Hungarian Pointer, Magyar Vizsla)

Size: Females: 21-23", Males: 22-25" (48-62 pounds)

Color: Sandy Yellow-Gold to Deep Rust

Energy Level: High

Life expectancy: anywhere from 12-17 years

Children: Good with Children when the dog is older and well trained. Younger dogs and pups may be too hyper for young children and could knock them over.

Other animals: Good with other animals, Likes companionship.

Abilities: Excellent hunter. Natural Pointer

Shedding/Grooming: Low Maintainance coat. Minor shedding year round and more in the spring.

Health: Dam and Sire should be X-rayed and OFA for hips after the age of 2 for less incidences of Hip-dysplasia. Some skin problems (as with most shorthair hunting dogs), make sure breeding lines are free of epilepsy.

Best with: Experienced owners. Vizslas need training and structure. Lots of exercise and if they do not get enough they can be destructive. Vizslas like to sleep under the covers of the owners bed.

Not for: Inactive People, people that are not home much (Vizslas need LOTS of attention!).

Pros: Very affectionate, smart, eager to please, Sensitive.

Cons: Smart, can dig (if bored), high energy, Sensitive.

General info: Vizslas are often refered to as "Velcro-dogs". They suffer if they cannot be with thier people and can become destructive if left out in the house or yard. They need about an hour a day of good running and if they don't they will run in the house. They are EXTREMELY sensitive to harsh training methods and can lose trust in overaggressive owners. Only positive training should be used. Crate training is strongly recommended. If you choose to get a puppy from a breeder PLEASE contact the local club. The Vizsla community is experiencing a HIGH volume of pups from backyard breeders & puppymills with health & temperament issues.