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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla or Hungarian Komondor or Hungarian Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wirehaired Vizsla Komondor Transylvanian Hound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound breeds.
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Hungarian Hound
Transylvanian Scent Hound
Erdélyi kopó
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 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) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound?
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is easiest to train?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most alert?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most protective?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Independent
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Territorial
Lively
Quiet
Determined
Good natured
Enduring
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound?
High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most playful?
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor 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 Transylvanian Hound indoors.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most flexible?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Transylvanian Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound?
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.
Transylvanian Hound 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 vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Transylvanian Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Komondor can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison:
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
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which breed is most active?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. What colors are available?
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
White
Ivory
Black
Tan
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which drools least?
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Straight
Coarse
Flat
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or {name3 shedding:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best with kids?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Komondor or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound?
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Transylvanian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Wirehaired Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Transylvanian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.
Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Transylvanian Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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

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 service history of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most military use?

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.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 3-10 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. What's recommended?

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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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Komondor vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Wirehaired Vizsla, Komondor, and Transylvanian Hound. Which has most recognition?
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 Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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