Whippet vs Vizsla Comparison – Which dog is better Snap Dog or Hungarian Pointer?

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Name	Whippet	Vizsla
Origins	England	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	61	30
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Vizsla breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Whippet or Vizsla? Is the Whippet bigger than the Vizsla breed? Is a Whippet smaller than a Vizsla?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Whippet or Vizsla? Whippet vs Vizsla weight comparison:	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 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?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Vizsla? Is a Whippet taller than a Vizsla?	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Whippet vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

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

Whippet vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Whippet or Vizsla smarter? Which is best? Whippet vs Vizsla intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Whippet vs Vizsla trainability comparison. What's the difference between Whippet vs Vizsla?	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Vizsla?	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Whippet vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Vizsla? Whippet vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Vizsla?	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Whippet vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Whippet vs Vizsla?	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Vizsla? Which can be better for hunting?	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Whippet vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Whippet vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Vizsla 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 Whippet or Vizsla?	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Whippet vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Vizsla?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Whippet vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Whippet vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Whippet vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Vizsla?	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Vizsla 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: Whippet vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Vizsla health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Whippet vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Whippet and Vizsla?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Whippet vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Whippet or Vizsla? Does the Whippet breed eat more than the Vizsla breed?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? Whippet vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Whippet vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Vizsla coat comparison:	Fine Short Close in texture	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Colors What are the original Whippet and Vizsla color? Whippet vs Vizsla color comparison:	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Vizsla? Whippet vs Vizsla grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Whippet or Vizsla? Do Whippet dogs shed more than Vizsla dogs?	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Vizsla?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Whippet vs Vizsla hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Whippet or Vizsla?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Whippet vs Vizsla?	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Whippet vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Vizsla 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 Whippet or Vizsla?	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Vizsla?	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Vizsla? Can a Whippet and a Vizsla be friends? Do Whippet dogs get along with Vizsla dogs?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Whippet vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Whippet or Vizsla? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Whippet vs Vizsla?	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Whippet vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Whippet and Vizsla have? Whippet vs Vizsla litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Whippet vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 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

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hhi
Apr 4, 2020, 10:30:46 PM:
Awesome
Sunleaf
Jul 2, 2021, 12:20:41 AM:
Very informative, thanks!
JoLynne Slivyak
Jul 8, 2022, 7:33:53 PM:
Love my vizslas