Buyer question
How long does a Vizsla live?
Our Animal Library gives the Vizsla a lifespan of 12–14 years.
Source: the Vizsla page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Vizsla in the Animal Library
The detail
A Hungarian pointer and retriever bred to work close to the hunter, which is why it is famously attached to its people. Gentle, sensitive and athletic, it needs hard daily exercise and a lot of company, and does poorly left alone.
- Best fit
- Active people home often
- Temperament
- Affectionate, sensitive, lively
What to weigh
Vizslas are velcro dogs: they want to be with you constantly and can develop separation anxiety. Add high energy and a thin coat that does not like cold, and they suit active people who are home a lot.