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Hungarian Wire-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)

Robust, affectionate, cooperative and determined: a versatile pointing dog that bonds closely with its family and suits an active life.

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SizeMedium
Weight20–30 kg approximately
Height54–64 cm
Life expectancy12–14 years
Exercise80 minutes per day
OriginHungary
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Full description

The Hungarian Wire-Haired Pointer is a Hungarian breed distinct from the short-haired Vizsla. Developed in the 1930s by crossing the short-haired Vizsla with the German Wire-Haired Pointer, it retains the cooperative temperament of the Hungarian pointer in a more robust frame, with a dense harsh coat, pronounced eyebrows and a beard. It is energetic, sensitive and people-oriented. It needs daily exercise, scent work, consistent training and close family contact; it is not suited to a sedentary routine or long periods alone.

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Characteristic details
Health 4/5 A generally robust breed. DNA testing for hyperuricosuria (HUU) and hip and elbow dysplasia screening are recommended for responsible breeding, together with regular veterinary monitoring.
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