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Compare Vizsla and Boxer. Which is better: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees?
Name | Vizsla | Boxer | Great Pyrenees |
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Origins | Hungary | Germany | Spain France |
Group | Gun Dog | Working Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 30 | 11 | 66 |
Reviews | 8 | 8 | 3 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
Deutscher Boxer German Boxer |
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Large | Medium | Giant |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Vizsla or Boxer or Boxer? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison: | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) | Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees height comparison: | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) | Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) | Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) | Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) | Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1200 | $600-$1200 | $500-$600 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees intelligence: | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison. | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. | Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. | Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. | Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. | Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright |
Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison: | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. | Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison: | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. | The Boxer is a playful breed. | Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. | Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home. | Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison: | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Life Expectancy
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Boxer and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees?
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison: | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. | Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. | Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. | Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison: |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat | Waterproof |
Dense Double |
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Colors
What are the original Vizsla, Boxer and Great Pyrenees color? | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold | White Fawn Brindle | White |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Vizsla or Boxer or {name3 shedding: | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. | Boxer dogs shed moderately. | Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. | Boxer dogs are generally with other pets. | Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? |
Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. | Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Boxer or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees? | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military Dog | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Vizsla and Boxer and Great Pyrenees have? | 6-8 puppies | 2-10 puppies, average 6 | 6-9 puppies |
Vizsla vs Boxer vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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