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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Vizsla Wirehaired Vizsla Basenji
OriginsHungary flagHungary Hungary flagHungary Democratic Republic of the Congo flagDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Hunting 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 Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji weight comparison:
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) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 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) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji height comparison:
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) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 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) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $800-$1000 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji intelligence:
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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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji trainability comparison.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Basenji 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?
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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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
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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Basenji 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? 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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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji playfulness comparison:
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji 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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
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.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:
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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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?
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.
The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji 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
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?
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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji energy level comparison:
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? 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.
Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
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. 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:
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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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji coat comparison:
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Wiry Fine
Colors
What are the original Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and Basenji color?
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji grooming comparison:
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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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
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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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?
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.
Yes
Basenji 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.
No
Basenji 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.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Basenji? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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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.

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.

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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji?

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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Not really

Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Vizsla and Wirehaired Vizsla and Basenji have?
6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-5 puppies

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Basenji 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 2014 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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
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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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