Wirehaired Vizsla — Breed Profile
"Exuberant, gentle, eager, athletic, affectionate, intelligent, calm indoors"
Wet dog, dry wit
At a Glance
Weight
45–65 lbs
Height
21.5–25"
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
Wire
Group
Sporting
Origin
Hungary
Breed Traits
Best For
Active families with space, hunters, experienced dog owners, homes with secure fencing, multi-pet households, swimmers
Not Ideal For
Apartment dwellers, sedentary owners, first-time dog owners without support, people unable to provide 2+ hours daily exercise, those seeking independent dogs
Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, epilepsy, sebaceous adenitis
Estimated annual vet cost: $500-$1,200
Breed History
Developed in Hungary in the late 19th century by crossing the smooth Vizsla with wire-haired hunting dogs to create a more weather-resistant pointer breed suited to Hungarian terrain and climate.
Fun Facts
- The wirehaired coat is weather-resistant and provides protection in harsh hunting conditions
- They are excellent swimmers and love water work
- Despite high energy outdoors, they are calm and gentle house companions
- The dense wiry coat distinguishes them from their smooth Vizsla cousins
Famous Wirehaired Vizslas
Not widely documented in popular culture
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