Originally used for: Pointer, Retriever for hunting
Used today: Pointer, Retriever for hunting, companion
Other Name(s): Hungarian Pointer, Hungarian Vizsla, Yellow pointer
History of the Breed: The breed is a pointing dog, Vizsla in Hungarian means pointer and can be traced back to the 10th century in what
is today known as Hungary. The Vizsla was likely bred from the Transylvanian pointer and the German Weimaraner and possibly other native Pointers.
The breed is unique to the Hungarian field "Land of the Magyars" and was a favorite dog of early barons and warlords.
The Vizsla is one of the five national breeds of dogs in Hungary it is a cautious dog of superior nose and hunting ability and possesses the
best assets of the pointer and retriever.
General Appearance: A medium-sized, lightly built, solid golden rust short-coated hunting dog of refined appearance.
Coat: Coat can be wired or Smooth and is about 1.5 inches long.
Color: Red
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Friendly with children: Yes, care should be taken with small children as they tend to be energetic and excitable.
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, need to be socialized. Not good with other pets such as cats, hamsters, rabbits, etc.
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: High, It is a sporting dog and must receive sufficient exercise or they can become destructive or neurotic
Health Issues with the Breed: Major: Canine hip dysplasia, elbow displasia
Minor:
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
