Breed comparison

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Vizsla

How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.

5Affection with family5
5Good with young children5
4Good with other dogs3
4Openness to strangers5
5Playfulness5
5Energy level5
5Trainability5
5Mental stimulation needs5
5Adaptability4
3Watchdog / protective3
3Barking3
3Shedding3
2Coat grooming1
2Drooling2

The biggest differences

These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.

They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, playfulness, energy level, trainability, mental stimulation needs.

Which one should you choose?

Pick the Vizsla if you live in a smaller home or move often, you have other dogs. Pick the Wirehaired Vizsla if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close.

Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.

Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.

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