Hungarian Vizsla

Maďarský ohař krátkosrstý

Hungarian Vizsla – front view — Photo: Darrel Birkett, CC BY 2.0, source

Hungarian Vizsla – head — Photo: State Farm, CC BY 2.0, source

Key facts

FCI group	7. Pointing dogs
Country of origin	Hungary
Category	Large
Height at withers	54–64 cm
Weight	20–30 kg
Life span	12–14 years

Recognition features

Solid golden-rust coat
Medium drop ears and lean head
Elegant athletic build

Purpose

A Hungarian aristocrats' pointing gundog, versatile bird dog; nearly extinct after World War II.

History

A Hungarian breed mentioned in the 18th century. Nearly extinct after WWII and saved by exported dogs.

Coat

Short smooth coat; golden rust.

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