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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Vizsla Wirehaired Vizsla Bloodhound
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Other Names
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Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 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: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound trainability comparison.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? 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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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?
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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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Bloodhound 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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Bloodhound 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.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound playfulness comparison:
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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: Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound?
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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Health Issues
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?
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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
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.
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?
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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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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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
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. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups 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 Bloodhound 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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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound coat comparison:
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Wiry Rough
Colors
What are the original Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and Bloodhound color?
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? 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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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound?

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high 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 Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?
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
Bloodhound 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
Bloodhound 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.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Bloodhound? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound?

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

Bloodhound 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound have?
6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 8-10 puppies

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Bloodhound 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 1885 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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