Vizsla Puppies

The Vizsla is an affectionate, gentle, and devoted dog that won't leave your side. While sensitive and quiet, these dogs are also protective and fearless, making them great watchdogs. While protective, Vizslas are not aggressive and are friendly with strangers, other pets, and children. This is an energetic breed that can easily become bored and destructive if not given enough mental and physical exercise, so they do best living in an active household. Vizslas are not a difficult breed to train, as they are very intelligent, eager to please, and have a stellar memory. These dogs respond best to reward-based training and will learn quickly if they're given plenty of praise and treats.

Vizslas are most prone to conditions like seasonal allergies, eye disorders, hip dysplasia, epilepsy, and ear infections.

They are very energetic and require a lot of daily excercise to stay happy and healthy. They love spending time with their owners, and love accompanying them on jogs, bike rides, hikes, or long walks around the neighborhood. Their brain needs excercised as much as their body, so games and puzzles are always a bonus. 

The Vizsla coat is short with no undercoat, so owners shouldn't worry about any complicated grooming techniques. A weekly brushing with a rubber grooming brush is usually enough to remove loose hair. They have a tendency to get dirty during hikes and adventures, so regular baths may be necessary.

Their short coat has no undercoat, so heavy shedding isn't something you have to worry about. They will shed moderately throughout the year, and daily brushing will help remove loose hair.

Vizslas are lean, medium sized dogs with a distinct golden rust single coat. Their long, silky ears frame out their gentle eyes, which grow more serious when they have a job to do. Their tail is usually docked to 2/3 length.

The Vizsla was developed in Hungary for use as a hunting dog, and it excelled in both pointing and retrieving. While the exact year that the Vizsla first appeared is unknown, there are records from as far back as the 10th century that depict Vizsla-like dogs. By the 19th and 20th centuries, the Vizsla had developed into a distinct breed known for its strong sense of smell. These dogs were even used during World War I to deliver messages. The breed nearly vanished after World Wars I and II, but some dedicated fans saw to it that the Vizsla did not die out. Once the breed was revived, it was imported to the United States during the early 1950s. Americans quickly took an interest in the breed, and the American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized the Vizsla in 1960.