Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
FCI 239
61 cmAdult male
at the withers
at the withers
- Mass
- 24.9–29.5 kgSamce
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla — size comparison
The Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla has a russet-gold coat, pronounced eyebrows and a short beard. It is more strongly built than the shorthaired Vizsla while retai
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Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla — size comparison — facts and sources
The Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla has a russet-gold coat, pronounced eyebrows and a short beard. It is more strongly built than the shorthaired Vizsla while retaining an athletic outline and free stride. The harsh hair better protects its skin in dense vegetation, and the thick coat emphasises its working appearance. Its nose and eyes harmonise with the coat colour, without a sharp black contrast.
The breed arose in the thirties of the twentieth century by crossing Hungarian Shorthaired Vizslas with German Wirehaired Pointers. The aim was to retain the Vizsla's qualities while obtaining a stronger build and more protective coat. Breeders developed a dog for work in fields, woods and water, able both to point game and find it after the shot. It is a deliberately created breed rather than an accidental wirehaired variety of an older pointer.
It is usually affectionate towards its handler and very interested in cooperation. While searching it shows enthusiasm and persistence, yet remains attentive to people. It learns easily but responds poorly to harsh treatment. It bonds strongly with its family and enjoys exploring its surroundings thoroughly by scent outdoors.