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Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Hungarian Pointer?

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

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Vizsla? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Vizsla?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare training requirements.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare alertness levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare territorial behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
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 Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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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
Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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 Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla? Which can be better for hunting?
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare play drive and energy.
The Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare adaptability levels.
Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever or Vizsla?
Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare climate tolerances.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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 Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla. Which breed is healthier?
The Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla?
Average
The Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Vizsla? Compare breed colors.
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare drooling amounts.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla? Compare fur types.
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare bathing frequencies.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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 Labrador Retriever or Vizsla? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Vizsla dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare kid-friendliness.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Vizsla?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Vizsla? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Vizsla be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Vizsla dogs?
Labrador Retriever 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: Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla?
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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
Labrador Retriever 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?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Yes

This breed makes good 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare therapy capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare SAR abilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Labrador Retriever or a Vizsla? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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 Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Vizsla. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Vizsla breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever 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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Labrador Retriever vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Vizsla. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Vizsla. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever 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
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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