Vizsla vs Pumi Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Hungarian Herding Terrier?

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Name	Vizsla	Pumi
Origins	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Pumi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Vizsla vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Vizsla or Pumi? Is the Vizsla bigger than the Pumi breed? Is a Vizsla smaller than a Pumi?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Vizsla or Pumi? Vizsla vs Pumi weight comparison:	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 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: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Vizsla or Pumi? Is a Vizsla taller than a Pumi?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)

Vizsla vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Pumi? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Vizsla and Pumi?	$800-$1200	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Pumi?	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Vizsla vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Vizsla or Pumi smarter? Which is best? Vizsla vs Pumi intelligence:	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Vizsla vs Pumi trainability comparison. What's the difference between Vizsla vs Pumi?	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Pumi?	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Pumi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Vizsla vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Pumi? Vizsla vs Pumi behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Pumi?	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Pumi?	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Vizsla vs Pumi social needs comparison:	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Pumi?	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Pumi? 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. See more.	Pumi 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Vizsla vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Vizsla vs Pumi playfulness comparison:	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Pumi?	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Pumi?	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	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 Pumi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Vizsla vs Pumi 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.	Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Pumi?	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.	Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Vizsla vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Vizsla or Pumi?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Vizsla more dangerous than a Pumi?	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Vizsla vs Pumi mouthiness comparison:	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Vizsla vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Vizsla vs Pumi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Pumi?	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Pumi health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Vizsla vs Pumi?	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Vizsla vs Pumi lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla and Pumi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Vizsla and Pumi?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Pumi?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Vizsla vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Vizsla or Pumi? Vizsla vs Pumi energy level comparison:	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Vizsla vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Pumi?	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Vizsla vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Pumi? Does the Vizsla breed eat more than the Pumi breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Pumi weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Vizsla vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Pumi coat comparison:	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Vizsla and Pumi color? Vizsla vs Pumi color comparison:	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Pumi? Vizsla vs Pumi grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Vizsla or Pumi? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Pumi dogs?	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Pumi?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Vizsla vs Pumi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Vizsla or Pumi?	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Pumi?	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.

Vizsla vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Pumi?	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Pumi?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Pumi? Can a Vizsla and a Pumi be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Pumi dogs?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Pumi?	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pumi 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 Pumi 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.	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Pumi 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Pumi? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Vizsla vs Pumi?	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Pumi Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Vizsla and Pumi have? Vizsla vs Pumi litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Vizsla vs Pumi 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 2016 as a Herding breed.
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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