Wirehaired Vizsla

• Group 7: Pointers
• Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs

• With working trial

Hungary

Drotszoru magyar vizsla, Wirehaired Vizsla

Male 58-64 cm Female 54-60 cm

The wire -haired Hungarian Vizsla (Hungarian magyar vizsla Drotszoru ) or Wirehaired Vizsla is a recognized by the FCI Hungarian breed (FCI Group 7, Section 1.1, Standard No. 239). He is one of the hunting dogs. The next related breed is the Hungarian Short-haired Pointing Dog. Both are summarized under the term Magyar Vizsla and have similar characteristics.

Origin and History

The wire -haired Hungarian Vizsla originated in the thirties of the 20th century from an intersection of the Hungarian Short-Haired Vizsla with the wire -haired Pointing Dog German. The origin is located in Hungary. 1966, the Wirehaired Vizsla by the FCI has been recognized as a separate breed. In Austria, the race is run by the Austrian Club for wire- haired Hungarian Pointers.

Description

The physique of the Wirehaired Vizsla is more robust than the short-haired Vizsla. He is dry, lean and agile. The height at withers in males 58 to 64 cm and in females 54 to 60 cm. The coat can have different shades of the flaxen- yellow color. White markings on chest, throat or toes are possible. The coat is wiry, dense and strong. The outer coat is two to three inches long. Endurance and strength of the dog are visible to the outside.

The Wirehaired Vizsla is an easily trained dog due to his learning. He is regarded as affectionate and sociable. For the hunt, the properties benefit perseverance, good protrusion and the high sensitivity of the nose. It is a confident race, but rough handling is not compatible.

Use

The wire -haired Hungarian Vizsla is a versatile hunting dog for the field, forest and water. His character makes him trouble in addition to a family dog that can be kept in the apartment.