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

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Name Wirehaired Vizsla Vizsla Transylvanian Hound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Hound
Transylvanian Scent Hound
Erdélyi kopó
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Vizsla? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound 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: 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) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound trainability comparison.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
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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Sensitive: 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: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?
High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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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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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 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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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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Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Wirehaired Vizsla 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.
Transylvanian Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.
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 Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound mouthiness comparison:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than 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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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?
The Wirehaired Vizsla 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla 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
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
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 Vizsla 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).
Life Expectancy
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Wirehaired Vizsla, Vizsla and Transylvanian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?
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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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound energy level comparison:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

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

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
2.5 to 3 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. 2 to 2.5 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? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound coat comparison:
Wiry Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Straight
Coarse
Flat
Short
Colors
What are the original Wirehaired Vizsla, Vizsla and Transylvanian Hound color?
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Black
Tan
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Transylvanian Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
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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Hypoallergenic
Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound 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, Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound?
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other 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 Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla 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.
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
Vizsla 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.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound 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: Wirehaired Vizsla or Vizsla or Transylvanian Hound? 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: Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound?

Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes 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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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.

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound 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 Wirehaired Vizsla and Vizsla and Transylvanian Hound have?
6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Wirehaired Vizsla vs Vizsla vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 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. 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
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.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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