Hungarian Vizslas are lively dogs who love to be busy. They are athletic dogs who enjoy being around people and so are a popular choice for active owners who enjoy getting out and about.

Vizslas can be high maintenance because of their exercise needs – if you’re a couch potato they may not be the breed for you. They form strong bonds with their families and are so eager to please that you’ll find they pick up on their training really quickly.

Vizslas like to make noise and this will depend on their individual personality and training. Some owners say Vizslas are fairly quiet, but others say they like the sound of their own voice. As long as you’re giving your dog enough exercise, mental stimulation and not leaving them alone for long periods this will keep the barking to a minimum.

Vizslas are really low maintenance when it comes to grooming. Thanks to their short fur, a weekly brush should be enough to keep their coat looking nice and shiny. They’re unlikely to need a bath unless they roll in something particularly nasty. They do tend to shed like any other dog although most owners find they can keep on top of hair around the home with a regular hoover. As Vizslas don’t have an undercoat, their fur isn’t very thick so they can feel cold easily. If you take your Vizsla swimming, remember to dry them off quickly so they don’t feel the chill.

Hungarian Vizslas are very people orientated dogs who love company. Because of their playful nature, they get along well with older children they can play with. We wouldn’t recommend a Vizsla if you have young children as they are such boisterous and bouncy dogs they might knock them over accidentally.