Hungarian Vizsla

This pointing dog is very close to his social group and loyal to his master. He is just as happy outside while working at his master’s side, as he is in the warm comfort of his home. He can adapt to all lifestyles and appreciates the comforts of indoor living.

Always active and naturally cheerful, this pointer loves to play and enjoys strategy games in particular (intelligence-based games, treasure hunts, etc.). 

Be careful not to play ‘fetch’ too often, as it reinforces the already pronounced retrieving instinct.

This active dog is far from being the little dog that spends his days snoozing on the couch. 

However, rather balanced by nature, he can be calm and still, given that all his needs are satisfied as regularly as possible.

Like many work dogs, this Hungarian dog is very smart and knows how to best apply his skills to the tasks he is entrusted with. His intelligence is made evident by his remarkable versatility, and allows him to fulfil all of his master’s wishes.

This dog is known for his hunting skills, he is versatile and can adapt to all landscapes, even the most challenging ones. On plains, in the woods or water, he expresses his full potential with elegance, endurance and determination.

Never shy nor aggressive, the Vizsla welcomes guests in his home open-heartedly and is just as friendly with strangers encountered during walks. Having said this, being very attached to his social group, if he feels that his family is in danger, he can rapidly turn into a deterrent.

Hunting dogs are usually quite independent, but this certainly isn’t the case of the Hungarian Pointer, who would do anything to please his kin. He never tires of doing so, and remains very loyal to members of his social group, and to his master in particular.

If the Vizsla pup is taught to spend time alone at home from a young age, he can absolutely tolerate his owners’ absences, even once he becomes an adult.

Bear in mind however that this work dog requires a lot of stimulation, both in physical and mental terms, and can therefore get bored easily. Prolonged absences will not be tolerated.

The Vizsla is reputed as being particularly submissive and easy to train, and this is far from being hearsay. This work dog does indeed love to learn, and to please their master.

Therein, he is a very pleasant and cooperative companion, especially if his owner’s approach is coherent, good-willed and fair. 

Brutality does not work with this sensitive dog, who digs his heels in at the faintest demonstration of violence, be it physical or psychological.

Like any respectable Pointer, this dog gets to bark easily, which can quickly become excessive if the Vizsla pup is not taught to channel his barking in other ways from a youngest possible age.

Even if it can be reined in through appropriate training, the Vizsla’s hunting instinct still remains very pronounced. This continental pointing dog will indeed hit the road in pursuit of an interesting trail whenever it is possible.