History of the Vizsla
The Vizsla is an ancient Hungarian breed, bred as a pointer and retriever for Magyar nobility hunting the plains of Hungary. The breed nearly disappeared after the World Wars, and was preserved by a small number of dedicated breeders, some of whom brought dogs out of Hungary.
The American Kennel Club recognized the Vizsla in 1960. Today Vizslas are valued as hunting companions, running partners and family dogs.
Vizsla Traits
Males 55–60 lb;
Females 44–55 lb
Short, smooth coat with no undercoat
~12–14 years
What Vizslas Excel At
Common gotchas
Trainer Notes
Our Vizsla Graduates
Since 2013, Neuman K-9 Academy has trained 30 Vizslas in our Dog Boot Camp and Puppy Camp, and 30 of them have a public graduation video on YouTube showing what they learned. Here are our most recent graduates.
Graduation videos of all 30 Vizslas, by year
FAQs
Are Vizslas hard to train?
Vizslas are smart and eager to please, but their energy and prey drive make them a challenge for many owners. Exercise plus consistent structure is the combination that works.
Do you train Vizslas for hunting?
No. Our programs are obedience training and proper etiquette for pet dogs. A solid recall, stay and heel complement field training, but we don't teach hunting work itself.
At what age should I start training my Vizsla?
Puppy Camp takes puppies from 4 months of age, and Dog Boot Camp is for dogs 12 months and older.
How long is boot camp for a Vizsla?
Dog Boot Camp runs 8 or 12 weeks. Owners who want off-leash reliability on hikes usually choose the 12-week camp, which adds off-leash heeling and recall under heavy distractions.
How much exercise does a Vizsla need?
A lot: typically well over an hour a day of running or vigorous exercise, plus mental work.
Train Your Vizsla at Neuman K-9 Academy
Our Dog Boot Camp is an 8 or 12-week board-and-train program for dogs 12 months and older, and Puppy Boot Camp is for puppies 4 to 12 months. Every program includes hands-on handler training for you at graduation. Families send their dogs from across the country, too; see dog boot camp for out-of-state families.
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