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Name	Vizsla	Wirehaired Vizsla	French Brittany
Origins	Hungary	Hungary	France
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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	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany intelligence:	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany trainability comparison.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? 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.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
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. See more.	Sensitive: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany?	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany social needs comparison:	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	French Brittany 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany playfulness comparison:	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany?	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally. 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 Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	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 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 French Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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.	French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany?	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 French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism
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 French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and French Brittany 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	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	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.	1 to 2 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 Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany coat comparison:	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla and French Brittany color?	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Golden Russet Reddish-Brown	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average 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. See more.	The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany 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 French Brittany?	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 French Brittany 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 French Brittany 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.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Vizsla or Wirehaired Vizsla or French Brittany? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.	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 French Brittany?	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Brittany 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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. See more.	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 Wirehaired Vizsla and French Brittany have?	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	1-11 puppies
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs French Brittany 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	No data available

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