Vizsla Húngaro

Health

The periodic visit to the veterinarian needs to happen to prevent any type of disease and help the animal to enjoy a healthier life. In the case of the Hungarian Vizsla, it is recommended to have medical help to prevent cases of epilepsy, hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism and progressive retinal atrophy.

Curiosities

The Hungarian Vizsla, among the dogs considered hunting, is one of the oldest we know. The first canines of the species were represented by illustrations in documents from the 14th century, in Greece, brought by the Hungarian nomadic tribes, the Magyar. However, studies indicate that the origin may be even older - more than a thousand years - due to the crossing of the yellow-coated Hounds with the Sloughi, of Arab origin.

Intelligence

As mentioned, the Hungarian Vizsla has exemplary obedience, but contact with children must always be supervised, as they tend to react badly when treated brutally. It is a chewing dog, so always leave a toy option close by to prevent it from reaching for your shoe as a diversion. The furry one does well in coexistence with other dogs and cats, but it can be a problem for pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs.

Temperament

Very affectionate and lively, the dog of this breed highly values contact with humans, so it is not suitable for people who need to spend a lot of time away from home, as the animal can feel abandoned and present destructive behaviors due to loneliness. and boredom. Start socializing from an early age so that the furry one doesn't become a shy dog.

Lifetime

The active puppy lives, on average, between 10 and 14 years.