What is the history of the Vizsla?

The Vizsla, or Hungarian Pointer, is thought to be one of the oldest sporting breeds – originating in Hungary, developed and fiercely protected by the Magyar (Hungarian) people. The Vizsla, was prized by the land-owning aristocracy as an all-round hunting dog, family companion and discriminating protector. The Vizsla's habitat was the Hungarian plains - a warm and fertile region where partridge and other game birds flourished.

Between World War I and World War II, the Vizsla nearly became extinct. Hungarians who fled the Russian occupation in 1945 smuggled their beloved dogs out of the country. The Vizsla first appeared in Canada in the early 1950s and was officially recognized by the Canadian Kennel Club in 1958.

Describe the Vizsla. Known originally as the ‘Golden Gun Dog’, the Vizsla is one of the smallest of the pointing breeds. The average height of a male is 23” at the wither, the female about 22”.

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The Vizsla (VEE-shla) is also known as the Hungarian Vizsla. The Vizsla was originally developed by the Magyars over one thousand years ago, and retains many of those original breed traits. Some of those traits include the versatility to hunt all types of fur and feather game, yet still be a devoted personal companion.

There is not a huge division between the "show Vizsla" and the "field Vizsla" that you see in many of the sporting group breeds. Vizsla breeders today have worked very diligently to maintain the duality and versatility of the breed through carefully planned breeding programs. The pedigree of a well bred Vizsla will contain both Field and Show titles.

In addition, many Vizslas will have agility and obedience titles! They are truly versatile! More.

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