Hungarian Vizslas are very sociable dogs, and are friendly to dogs and humans alike. They tend to be goofy and very affectionate. It is a given they will make you laugh - through their puppy clumsiness and over-excited moves, which can look like break dancing on all four paws!
They are very expressive dogs, who will tell you about their feelings readily. They have a tendency to protect their pack and like to alert their owners with their seal-like bark.
Vizslas thrive best on praise and acknowledgment from owners who give them lots of exercise but also a couch or lap to snuggle up on when it's cold. Sun bathing is one of their favourite activities, and cold weather is definitely not their friend.
As this breed needs two to three hours of daily exercise through running, agility dog sport or play with other dogs, the Vizsla is not the ideal dog for everybody. But if you love exercise and activity, this is the dog for you.
Weight: | 20-30 kg |
Health risk: | Medium |
Life expectancy: | 12-15 years |
Coat: | Short |
Grooming intensity: | Low |
Monthly cost (food): | Average |
Trainability: | Very high |
Activity level: | Very high |
There are many sources to get your Hungarian Vizsla from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Hungarian Vizsla to adopt:
To help your rescued Hungarian Vizsla to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Hungarian Vizsla from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.