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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Canarian Hound?

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Name Vizsla Podenco Canario
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Group Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Vizsla and Podenco Canario. What other names are these breeds known by?
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Canarian Hound
Canarian Warren Hound
Canary Islands Hound
Canary Islands Warren Hound
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Vizsla and a Podenco Canario. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Podenco Canario? Is a Vizsla taller than a Podenco Canario?
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Vizsla and a Podenco Canario. Which breed costs more?
$800-$1200 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Podenco Canario?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare training requirements.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare alertness levels.
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare territorial behaviors.
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare play drive and energy.
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare adaptability levels.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Podenco Canario?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare average lifespans.
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 Vizsla and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is healthier?
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario?
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Podenco Canario health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare daily food needs.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Vizsla and Podenco Canario? Compare breed colors.
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
White
Brown
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare drooling amounts.
The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Vizsla and a Podenco Canario? Compare fur types.
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Podenco Canario? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Podenco Canario dogs?
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare kid-friendliness.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario? Can a Vizsla and a Podenco Canario be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Podenco Canario dogs?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario?
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Podenco Canario 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
Podenco Canario 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.
Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? 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 Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? 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 Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla or a Podenco Canario? 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 Vizsla and Podenco Canario. 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.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Vizsla and Podenco Canario. Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 6-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Vizsla and Podenco Canario breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Vizsla and Podenco Canario. 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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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Podenco Canario. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Podenco Canario. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Vizsla and Podenco Canario. 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
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