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# The Wirehaired Vizsla: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Hungary
A robust, sensitive and passionate Hungarian pointing dog, recognizable by its harsh coat of golden wheaten color.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €119/monthPuppy €400 – €800
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=wirehaired-vizsla)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Versatile hunter: its excellent nose, its reliable point and its determination make it an effective pointing dog.
- Very attached to its owner: its receptiveness fosters a close relationship and cooperative work.
- Simple maintenance: regular brushing and checking the ears are generally sufficient.
- Robust: its double coat effectively protects the skin from bad weather and injuries.
- High exercise needs: one to two long daily outings are necessary for its balance.
- Not well suited to apartment living: it needs space and freedom to thrive.
- Very sensitive: brutality and power struggles greatly hinder its training.
- Tendency to vocalize: its high barking level can be bothersome in a dense environment.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: it willingly accompanies people able to offer it long daily outings.
- Hunters: its passion, its nose and its pointing meet the requirements of pointing dog work.
- Homes with a large fenced garden: a secure outdoor space meets its need for activity and freedom.
- Families with plenty of time: its attachment to its owner and its good rapport with children suit an involved household.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary people: its very high need for exercise cannot be met by short walks.
- Living exclusively in an apartment: the lack of space and its strong vocality make this setting rather unfavorable.
- Coercive training: its great sensitivity rules out any brutality or attempts to establish a power struggle.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
61 cmWirehaired Vizsla
- Height at the withers
- 58–64 cm
- Weight
- 20–30 kg
- Coat
- Medium-length, harsh, dense
- FCI group
- 7
- Origin
- Hungary
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Wirehaired Vizsla in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Developed from the 1930s, the Wirehaired Hungarian Pointer comes from the cross between the Hungarian Shorthaired Pointer and the German Wirehaired Pointer. Dog of the Hungarian nobility, it was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale on 27 March 1963 under number 239, in group 7 of pointing dogs. Its official current FCI standard was published on 6 April 2000.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Of medium size, lean and without heaviness, it has a more robust build than the Hungarian Short-haired Pointer. Its body is slightly longer than tall, with a muscular neck, a pronounced withers, a firm and straight back, a short loin, a broad croup and a well let-down chest. Its head with a moderately broad and slightly domed skull has a truncated muzzle, strong jaws with a scissor bite and a broad nose. The ears, set moderately high, are carried slightly back and end in a rounded V. The dark brown oval eyes express liveliness and intelligence. The tail, thick at the base, is carried straight or in a slight sabre. The wire coat measures 2 to 3 cm, remains close, thick and lying flat, with a dense and harsh undercoat, bushy eyebrows and a marked beard. The coat is uniformly golden wheaten, sometimes darker on the ears.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Intelligent, affectionate, receptive and very attached to its owner, this pointing dog is sensitive and eager to cooperate. When hunting, it works with passion and determination; its excellent nose, its reliable point and its versatility are particularly appreciated. It is generally welcoming with strangers, good with children and can live with other animals if its socialization is carefully done.
Playful Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Very energetic and playful, he needs daily physical activity, space and regular contact with his owner. One to two long outings per day are necessary. His hunting instinct requires particular attention during walks and his strong tendency to vocalize must be taken into account on a daily basis.
Training
## Training and socialization
Receptive and attached to its owner, it is reputed to be easy to train when learning is consistent. Measured firmness is enough: this particularly sensitive dog tolerates neither brutality nor a power struggle. Recall, leash walking, socialization and channeling the hunting instinct must be worked on early with positive methods.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Wirehaired Vizsla
The purchase price varies depending on the breeder, the bloodline, the health tests of the breeding dogs and the dog's intended purpose. The usual acquisition budget is between 400 and 800 euros.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-vizsla/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
Robust and endowed with generally sound health, it benefits from a protective double coat. Regular veterinary monitoring remains important due to several known predispositions.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-vizsla/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
This athletic dog needs a complete and balanced diet, adapted to its age, weight, body condition and activity level. The ration must support effort without promoting excessive weight gain.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-vizsla/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
Its Hungarian name is Drótszőrű Magyar Vizsla. The breed was created to combine the Vizsla’s hunting qualities with the protection of a harsh coat suited to bad weather and injuries.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Wirehaired Vizsla
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Wirehaired Hungarian Pointer suitable for apartment living?
It is not well suited to it. A very active outdoor dog, it thrives more in a house with a large fenced garden and must, in the city, benefit from long, frequent walks.
### How much exercise does it need each day?
One to two long outings per day are necessary to meet its high needs for physical and mental exercise.
### Is it easy to train?
Yes, its receptiveness and attachment make learning easier, provided a consistent, positive method without harshness is used.
### Is the Wirehaired Hungarian Pointer hypoallergenic?
No, this breed is not considered hypoallergenic.
## Find a Wirehaired Vizsla breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Wirehaired Vizsla breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Wirehaired Vizsla breeders by country
[3 breeders of Wirehaired Vizsla in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla) [2 breeders of Wirehaired Vizsla in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla/italy) [1 breeder of Wirehaired Vizsla in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla/austria) [1 breeder of Wirehaired Vizsla in Hungary](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla/hungary)
[All breeders of Wirehaired Vizsla in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla)
## Ready to welcome a Wirehaired Vizsla?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-vizsla)
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