Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)

"Gift of the Kings" - this was the name of these service dogs, who settled in the kennels of the aristocracy in their homeland. Short-haired vizsly is a popular breed of Hungarian dogs with a pleasant character and service versatility. In Europe and America, they are known not only for their hunting qualities, but also for their remarkable red coat color. Such a pet is very attached to the family and gladly meets strangers.

Origin

The history of this breed dates back almost a thousand years, when the settled Magyars began to use the short-haired vizsla. Its initial purpose was to search for and scare wild birds, later these dogs with an excellent sense of smell and the ability to bring downed game to the hunter began to be used in hunting various game. The population of the breed declined in the 18th century. due to the spread of other hunting soba. To restore it, rare purebred survivors were crossed with German (short-haired) and English pointers, as well as Irish setters.

Appearance

Muscular dog with a graceful physique and a golden-red color of a smooth coat (a white mark on the chest is allowed). It is noteworthy that the nose, paw pads and claws of the Hungarian vizsla coincide with the general color. She has a dry head with a rectangular muzzle and low-set floppy ears. The chest is wide and deep, the loin is strong, the croup ends with a low tail of medium thickness. The short-haired Hungarian Survivors have a dense coat that lies close to the body.

Character

The Hungarian Shorthaired Vizsla is oriented towards human society, so you should not deprive her of the joy of communicating with the owner's family for a long time. This dog loves to play with children, but can accidentally harm the kids in the heat of pranks. The same applies to small domestic animals, although such a four-legged hunter easily accepts their company (even cats). You can not deny yourself the institution of several dogs - the Hungarian Vizsla will get along well with a company of relatives. This companion dog welcomes strangers kindly.

Health

Representatives of this ancient breed can suffer from diseases of the musculoskeletal system and eyes. They are characterized by dysplasia of the hip and elbow joints. Hypothyroidism and sebaceous adenitis are common. Lymphosarcoma and epilepsy are also common diseases among Hungarian shorthair survivors. It should be remembered that the hanging ears of all dogs are susceptible to infection and inflammation, therefore, it requires regular inspection and hygiene.

Maintenance and care

Although these elegant dogs shed constantly, the amount of hair shed is small and due to the light color it is hardly noticeable in the interior of the house. You can comb the short coat of the Hungarian Vizsla infrequently, as well as carry out bath procedures. Its long ears require regular gentle care. Use a special large toothbrush to brush your pet's teeth. And his claws need periodic shortening.

Training

This hunting breed is easy to train, as the Hungarian Vizsla is eager to please the owner and executive in training. The effectiveness of the process requires positive encouragement on your part and the refusal to use force. A high mind allows representatives of the breed to learn the skills of a companion dog for people with disabilities or a police dog. They perform well in cross-country competitions and field trials.