Vizsla Information

The origin of the Vizsla has been obscured for centuries but it is assumed that their ancestors were hunters and companions of the Magyar hordes which swarmed over central Europe and settled in what is now Hungary.

The close of World War I found the Vizsla nearly extinct. They were preserved by those who adored the breed and refused to let them die out. The years between World War I and World War II were difficult but those who loved the breed stayed strong. After World War II, the Russians took control of Hungary and the native Hungarians feared that all of the Vizsla's would be killed by the Russians. At that time, owning a Vizsla was a symbol of aristocracy so Hungarians fled before the Russian occupation in 1945 and they took their dogs with them into Austria, Italy and Germany.

The Vizsla began being imported into the United States in the 1950's and were admitted into the American Kennel Club in 1960.

Vizsla's are very energetic dogs who have great stamina. They need plenty of opportunities to run, preferably off lead in a fenced in area. If they don't get adequate exercise they will become bored, and with boredom they can get destructive and very vocal. Training and exercise is very important with the Vizsla. Start leash training as a young puppy and enrolling in obedience training is recommended. Without proper training, your Vizsla may be nearly uncontrollable on walks.

Housebreaking is usually a breeze with the Vizsla, however it does take persistence and patience. If you cannot be home with your Vizsla puppy through the day, keeping him in a crate while you're away is the safest option. Vizsla puppies love to chew, so keeping him in a crate with a couple of chew toys rather than letting him run loose and chewing on your sofa is best.

The Vizsla coat is short and smooth and should be a solid rust color. Caring for their coat is very easy, simply bathe as needed. Do a weekly check of their ears and nails to see if they need a bit of attention as well. Males should stand between 22 and 24 inches tall, females 21 to 23 inches.

If you prefer dogs with a little more coat, you may also be interested in the Wirehaired Vizsla.

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