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Brittany vs Vizsla Comparison – Which dog is better American Brittany or Hungarian Pointer?

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Name Brittany Vizsla
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Brittany and Vizsla. What other names are these breeds known by?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Brittany and a Vizsla. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Brittany and a Vizsla. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or Vizsla? Is a Brittany taller than a Vizsla?
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Brittany vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Brittany and a Vizsla. Which breed costs more?
$700-$800 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare training requirements.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare alertness levels.
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare territorial behaviors.
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Brittany and a Vizsla. How do their temperaments differ?
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Brittany vs Vizsla?
Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Vizsla?
High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Brittany vs Vizsla?
The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Brittany vs Vizsla? Which can be better for hunting?
Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Brittany vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare play drive and energy.
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare living space needs.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

Brittany vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare adaptability levels.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Vizsla?
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Brittany vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Brittany vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare average lifespans.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Brittany and a Vizsla. Which breed is healthier?
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Brittany vs Vizsla?
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis

Brittany vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare activity levels.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Vizsla?
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

Brittany vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare daily food needs.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Brittany vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Brittany and Vizsla? Compare breed colors.
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare drooling amounts.
The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Brittany and a Vizsla? Compare fur types.
Feathered Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or Vizsla? Do Brittany dogs shed more than Vizsla dogs?
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare kid-friendliness.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Vizsla?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Vizsla? Can a Brittany and a Vizsla be friends? Do Brittany dogs get along with Vizsla dogs?
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Brittany vs Vizsla?
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare scenting abilities.

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 & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare SAR abilities.

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Brittany or a Vizsla? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Brittany and Vizsla. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Brittany and Vizsla. Which has larger litters?
1-11 puppies, average 6 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Brittany and Vizsla breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Brittany and Vizsla. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Brittany vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Brittany and Vizsla. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Brittany and Vizsla. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Brittany and Vizsla. Which is more widely recognized?
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

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