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History
Originating in Hungary, the Hungarian Vizsla was also known as the Hungarian Pointer or the Magyar Pointer. The Vizsla, once established as a breed, was used almost exclusively by nobility for falconing and hunting.
After World War II the Vizsla faced extinction, but for the Hungarians who had fled with their Viszlas in tow. The breed was re-established in Britain and North America, and is growing in popularity as a matchless hunting dog.
History
Originating in Hungary, the Hungarian Vizsla was also known as the Hungarian Pointer or the Magyar Pointer. The Vizsla, once established as a breed, was used almost exclusively by nobility for falconing and hunting.
After World War II the Vizsla faced extinction, but for the Hungarians who had fled with their Viszlas in tow. The breed was re-established in Britain and North America, and is growing in popularity as a matchless hunting dog.
About the Vizsla:
The Vizsla is a medium-sized, short-haired hunting dog of lean and muscular build. A natural hunter, he is endowed with a good nose and excellent tracking instincts. Vizslas are about 24 inches tall at the withers and weigh about pounds. A Vizsla's coat is only acceptable in shades of golden rust, red and yellow are not allowed.
The Vizsla is a medium-sized, short-haired hunting dog of lean and muscular build. A natural hunter, he is endowed with a good nose and excellent tracking instincts. Vizslas are about 24 inches tall at the withers and weigh about pounds. A Vizsla's coat is only acceptable in shades of golden rust, red and yellow are not allowed.
The Viszla is a typical aristocratic gentlemen, and does well in a family enviroment. His easy-going, unflappable and sound temperament makes the Vizsla a very versatile companion, whether he's at home with family, out in the field, or in the show-ring.
Official Vizsla Breed Standards:
American Kennel Club
English Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
United Kennel Club
Société Centrale Canine pour des Races de Chiens en France
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American Kennel Club
English Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
United Kennel Club
Société Centrale Canine pour des Races de Chiens en France
(Enter the name of the breed in the Search box at the left.)
About Sporting Breeds in General:
The gun dog is the hunter's best friend. Bred to retrieve game, flush out prey, and in some cases even bring down game themselves, gun dogs are ideal hunting companions.
Multi-purpose dogs, some of the popular breeds have been drafted into service over the years. Labradors and Golden Retrievers have become excellent guide dogs for the blind, and the superb hearing ability of some breeds make them the ideal choice for assistance dogs to the hearing impaired.
The gun dog is the hunter's best friend. Bred to retrieve game, flush out prey, and in some cases even bring down game themselves, gun dogs are ideal hunting companions.
Multi-purpose dogs, some of the popular breeds have been drafted into service over the years. Labradors and Golden Retrievers have become excellent guide dogs for the blind, and the superb hearing ability of some breeds make them the ideal choice for assistance dogs to the hearing impaired.
While most of the gun dog type breeds will fulfill any role you desire, some, such as the Karelian Bear Dog do not fit into a family situation very well. It is best that you research your breed of choice thoroughly before contacting a breeder.
Recommended Reading About Vizslas:
Vizslas
Vizslas: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Grooming, Behavior and Training
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Recommended Reading About Vizslas:
Vizslas
Vizslas: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Grooming, Behavior and Training
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
