What breeds did the Vizsla come from?

The Vizsla probably descended from two ancient breeds: the Transylvanian hound, and the Turkish yellow dog (now extinct).

Why you shouldn’t get a Vizsla?

Vizslas are sporting dogs, bred to retrieve game all day. They need regular exercise, especially as puppies, or they can become destructive and unhappy. You are approaching getting a dog as a temporary condition. Not only are Vizslas addictive – but also they will also hopefully live a long time.

Where does the Vizsla originate from?

Hungary
Vizsla/Origin

The Vizsla’s ancestors are believed to be the dogs of the Magyar tribes who settled present day Hungary thousands of years ago. Archeologists have found stone etchings that depict the Magyar hunter with his falcon and his dog: the canine that would become the Vizsla.

What is a Vizsla a mix of?

The Vizsla Lab is a mixed breed that is the result of pairing the Hungarian Vizsla and the Labrador Retriever. These strong, personable dogs are fun-loving by nature, but they tend to maintain the prey drive that they developed as hunters over the years.

Are Hungarian Vizsla hypoallergenic?

No
Vizsla/Hypoallergenic

What does Vizsla mean in Hungarian?

searcher
Its name means “searcher” or “tracker” in Hungarian. The Hungarian or Magyar Vizsla or Smooth-Haired Vizsla are sporting dogs and loyal companions. The Vizsla is a natural hunter endowed with an excellent nose and outstanding trainability.

Are Hungarian Vizslas hypoallergenic?

What type of dog is Clifford?

bloodhound
CLIFFORD IS A BIT OF A MUTT. Ever wonder exactly what type of dog Clifford is? Well, he’s said to have the characteristics of a giant Vizsla now, but the very first prototype—back when he was just the size of a pony instead of a house—was of a rather large bloodhound.

Is there a black Vizsla?

A Vizsla will always have a reddish colored nose that blends with the coat color. If it is black, brown, or any other color, it isn’t a Vizsla.

What is the temperament of a Vizsla?

Affectionate
EnergeticLoyalGentleQuiet
Vizsla/Temperament
The Vizsla is described as lively, gentle, and affectionate, with above-average learning ability and a strong desire to be with people. He’s known for being biddable, but there are always exceptions — some Vizslas can be stubborn, excitable, or shy.

Are Vizslas aggressive?

This breed is not known to be aggressive, although as with any breed, it differ on a dog to dog basis. Vizslas generally are not alphas and will not try to dominate other dogs or people, but their smarts give them a tendency to test the boundaries of what they can get away with.

How much is a Vizsla dog?

Compared to other large dogs, the average Vizsla is actually quite inexpensive. The average puppy costs about $1,000, though you can find puppies for as cheap as $500 and as expensive as $1,700. This assumes you’re purchasing the dog from a professional, qualified breeder.

Is the Hungarian Vizsla a good family dog?

The Hungarian or Magyar Vizsla are sporting dogs and loyal companions. The Vizsla’s medium size is one of the breed’s most appealing characteristics as a hunter of fowl and upland game and, through the centuries, the Vizsla has held a rare position among sporting dogs – that of household companion and family dog.

What does Visla mean in Hungarian?

The term visla in Hungarian basically means “beagle,” but it is used loosely to mean “retriever,” pointer” and “deer-hound.” The “vizsla” pronunciation tends to be incorrectly said with a short “i.”

What happened to the Vizsla of Hungary?

The Vizsla has survived the Turkish occupation (1526–1696), the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, World War I, World War II and the Hungarian People’s Republic.

What is a burgosi Vizsla?

Like the French term braque or the Spanish terms perdiguero or braco, vizsla simply means “pointing dog.” So, to Hungarians, the breed we know of as the Vizsla is actually the Magyar Vizsla (Hungarian Pointing Dog). A German Shorthaired Pointer is a Német Vizsla and a Perdiguero de Burgos is a Burgosi Vizsla.