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

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Vizsla. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Is a Vizsla taller than a Wirehaired Vizsla?
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare training requirements.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare alertness levels.
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare territorial behaviors.
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Vizsla. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Wirehaired 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: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Wirehaired 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 Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla? 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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Wirehaired 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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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare play drive and energy.
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare adaptability levels.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla?
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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare average lifespans.
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? 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 Wirehaired Vizsla. Which breed is healthier?
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Wirehaired 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: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. No See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Vizsla and Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare breed colors.
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare drooling amounts.
The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare fur types.
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Wiry
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Wirehaired Vizsla dogs?
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare kid-friendliness.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Can a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Vizsla be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Wirehaired Vizsla dogs?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla 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
Wirehaired Vizsla 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.
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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 Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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 Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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 Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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 Vizsla or a Wirehaired Vizsla? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired 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 Vizsla and Wirehaired 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.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

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

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Wirehaired Vizsla. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Wirehaired 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 Vizsla and Wirehaired 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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