Hungarian Vizsla vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison

Hungarian Vizsla is originated from Hungary but Circassian Orloff Wolfhound is originated from Russia. Hungarian Vizsla may grow 12 cm / 4 inches shorter than Circassian Orloff Wolfhound. Hungarian Vizsla may weigh 10 kg / 22 pounds lesser than Circassian Orloff Wolfhound. Both Hungarian Vizsla and Circassian Orloff Wolfhound has almost same life span. Hungarian Vizsla may have less litter size than Circassian Orloff Wolfhound. Hungarian Vizsla requires Low maintenance. But Circassian Orloff Wolfhound requires Moderate maintenance

History

hungarian vizsla - historyThe Hungarian Vizslas existed in the land that is now Hungary, the Pannonian Basin, at least since the 10th century when they were shown on etchings. It is thought that their descendants were various pointers, the extinct Turkish Yellow Dog and the Transylvanian Hound. The Vizsla is a hunting dog with the word being Hungarian for pointer. In 1937 the Carmelite Friars under orders from King Louis I of Hungry. The breed was isolated for centuries in the Basin by the aristocracy and land owners.

The Magyar people of the area developed the breed for hunting as both pointers and retrievers. They were excellent at hunting rabbits and water fowl. With a terrific sense of smell and boundless stamina and energy, the were prized as family and companion dogs as well. This was unusual for a hunting or working dog. Their size made them appealing as well. They were small by comparison to other hunting dogs both pointers and retrievers.

Easy to train, the Hungarian Vizsla works in water, forests and fields. They are able to retrieve in the water as well as on the land. Throughout their history, the breed outlasted the Turkish Revolution, the Hungarian Revolution World War 1 and World War 2, as well as the Hungarian People’s Republic Communist State. Things were a little dicey for the Vizlas several times beginning in the 1800’s when German Shorthaired Pointers and English Pointers were introduced into the area. The next time was after World War II. Fearful of what this Communist state would mean for the breed, some were smuggled into the United States and Austria.

At that time there were only a dozen or so Vizslas in all of Hungary. Their numbers were brought back from that small breeding stock. This history did result in several different strains grew into their own breeding stock. There are Vizslas in Czechoslovakia, Romania, Serbia and Austria. There developed separate lines that became separate breeds in the Wirehaired Vizsla and the longhaired Vizsla which is very rare.

After World War II, the Hungarian Vizsla came to the United States and the Vizsla Club of American was established as a first step toward AKC (American Kennel Club) recognition. This was attained in 1960. Rex del Geisimino came to the U.S. in 1951 and he was able to respond to commands in both German and Hungarian. Vizslas also came to the United Kingdom in this time frame. There are now about 4500 registered with the KC (Kennel Club of Great Britain). A Vizsla won the distinctive Crufts Dog Show in Great Britain, as Best in Show.

It is believed that this gentle, sensitive and affectionate hunter was part of the original breeding stock or the Wirehaired Vizsla, the Weimaraner and the German Shorthaired Pointers. The Hungarian Vizsla is intelligent and social. The need your attention as well as a lot of exercise to avoid destructive behavior born of boredom. They want to be with you and they can be very protective of you.

Very little is known of the history and development of the Circassian Orloff Wolfhound. It is suspected that it is related to the Hare Hound, Deerhound and the Greyhound. They were taken from Siberia to the Circassian southern mountains to hunt hare and small prey. The breed is also like the Borzoi but more intelligent and it is much faster than the other sighthounds.

The color and some other minor characteristics have evolved over the centuries to be different from the Siberian that was originally brought to the mountains. All the historical data suggests that the original parents of all these sighthounds was the Celtic Greyhound

Basic Information

Group:
Hound dog
Hound dog
Origin:
Hungary
Russia
Height Male:
56 - 64 cm
22 - 26 inches
71 - 76 cm
27 - 30 inches
Height Female:
51 - 60 cm
20 - 24 inches
68 - 73 cm
26 - 29 inches
Weight Male:
20 - 30 kg
44 - 67 pounds
27 - 40 kg
59 - 89 pounds
Weight Female:
18 - 25 kg
39 - 56 pounds
27 - 36 kg
59 - 80 pounds
Life Span:
9 - 10 Years
10 - 12 Years
Litter Size:
6 - 8
1 - 12
Size:
Medium dog
Large dog
Other Names:
Hungarian Vizsla Hungarian Pointer Magyar Vizsla
Hare hound
Colors Available:
solid golden-rust color in several shadings
is dark fawn or black
Coat:
short, smooth, dense
thick and long
Shedding:
Minimal
Moderate
Temperament:
Affectionate, Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loyal, Protective, Social
Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Independent, Intelligent, Lively, Loyal, Playful
Grooming:
Low maintenance
Moderate maintenance
Trainability:
Moderate
Moderate
Hypoallergenic:
No
No
Kids Friendly:
Yes
Yes
New Owners Friendly:
No
Yes

Description

hungarian vizsla puppy - descriptionThe Hungarian Vizsla has a light build, a short coat, and a distinctive bearing. They are medium in size and muscular, lean dogs looking a lot like the Weimaraner. They are also close in appearance to the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Redbone Coonhounds. They are more muscular and leaner than the Rhodesian Ridgeback and Weimaraner.

The Vizsla has a reddish nose and their nails and eyes should also be reddish or blending with the color of their coat. They have docked tails in the American standard but not in the United Kingdom, as docking is banned there. If he has a tail, you can see it flying through the air as he runs through the rough land to retrieve fowl.

They have a domed skull with a tapered muzzle that is shorter or equal to the skull. They have eyes that are contrasted with the coat and of medium size. The ears of silky, hang close to the face and the tips are rounded. The coat is rust in color with many shades. He also has a deep chest and hound like face.

The Circassian Orloff Wolfhound had many of the characteristics of any sighthound. He has strong straight legs and they are longer than most sighthounds which allows the Circassian to run amazingly fast. The head is long, the muzzle is wide, and the eyes are large and dark. They have a deep chest and medium tail. They also have a graceful and aristocratic demeanor.

Characteristics

Children friendliness

hungarian vizsla dog - characteristicsChildren friendliness - The Vizsla is very good with children.

Special talents

Special talents - They are both excellent pointers and retrievers.

Adaptability

Adaptability - They are not very adaptable in living arrangements as they are much more suited for the country than the city.

Learning ability

Learning ability – The Vizsla is a very intelligent breed and easy to train. His learning ability is very high.

Fun and games are right in this breeds wheelhouse. They love to run. They need to run. Their activity level is very high, and they need lots of space and regular exercise. They are very intelligent and need mental stimulation as well. They are great at lure coursing and they love racing of course

Health Problems

hungarian vizsla puppies - health problemsThe Hungarian Vizsla has a series of health issues that include:

  • Hip dysplasia – can cause arthritis or lameness.
  • Epilepsy – can be treated but not cured.
  • Cancer of various types – some treatable others fatal.
  • Sebaceous Adenitis – a skin disorder marked by inflammation. This only occurs in young adult dogs.
  • Ear Infections

Again, little is known about the health of this ancient breed, except to propose that it faces many of the same challenges as the Greyhound. This would include skin irritation, bloat, osteosarcoma and esophageal achalasia.

Osteosarcoma is a bone cancer.

Esophageal achalasia is rare and affects the esophagus’ muscles. The upper muscles can’t relax and that causes the lower muscle or sphincter not to open and no food can get to the stomach.

Caring The Pet

Feeding the puppy

hungarian vizsla dogs - caringFeed two to four cups per day of a high quality dry dog food. Break this up into three or four meals. Don’t free feed your puppy.

Feeding the adult

Feed two to three cups per day of high quality dry dog food. Feed in two servings.

Points for Good Health

The Vizsla is an athlete with high energy.

Games and Exercises

The Hungarian Vizsla needs at least 30 minutes of exercise every day and maybe more. He needs a large yard or open field, but daily brisk walks will do if that is all that is possible. He needs to be stimulated intellectually as well and enjoys fetch, jogging with you, lure coursing, field trials, tracking and scent work, confirmation, agility, barn hunt, dock diving, rally, and obedience.

This dog is a lean running machine. Do not overfeed. It is also better to feed him two to three times a day in smaller portions rather than one large meal.

Health issues

They tend to be allergic to insecticide and anesthesia. It’s best not to treat your yard for insects if your Circassian Orloff Wolfhound will be out in it.

Exercise and games

Fun and games are right in this breeds wheelhouse. They love to run. They need to run. Their activity level is very high, and they need lots of space and regular exercise. They are very intelligent and need mental stimulation as well. They are great at lure coursing and they love racing of course.

Comparison with other breeds

  1. Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  2. Greyhound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  3. Francais Blanc et Noir vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  4. Saluki vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  5. Mountain Cur vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  6. Rajapalayam vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  7. Plott Hound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  8. Petit Gascon Saintongeois vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  9. Otterhound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  10. Mudhol Hound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  11. Ibizan Hound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  12. Rampur Greyhound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  13. Galgo Espanol vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  14. Hanover Hound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  15. Majestic Tree Hound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  16. Polish Hunting Dog vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  17. Grand Bleu de Gascogne vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  18. Segugio Italiano vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  19. Sloughi vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  20. Tasy vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  21. Treeing Walker Coonhound vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  22. Hortaya Borzaya vs Circassian Orloff Wolfhound - Breed Comparison
  23. Circassian Orloff Wolfhound vs Bloodhound - Breed Comparison
  24. Circassian Orloff Wolfhound vs American Foxhound - Breed Comparison
  25. Circassian Orloff Wolfhound vs Borzoi - Breed Comparison
  26. Pharaoh Hound vs Hungarian Vizsla - Breed Comparison
  27. Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla vs Hungarian Vizsla - Breed Comparison
  28. Hungarian Vizsla vs Basset Hound - Breed Comparison
  29. Hungarian Vizsla vs Basenji - Breed Comparison
  30. Hungarian Vizsla vs Afghan Hound - Breed Comparison
  31. Hungarian Vizsla vs Bluetick Coonhound - Breed Comparison
  32. Hungarian Vizsla vs Coonhound - Breed Comparison
  33. Hungarian Vizsla vs Bavarian Mountain Hound - Breed Comparison
  34. Hungarian Vizsla vs Basset Fauve de Bretagne - Breed Comparison
  35. Hungarian Vizsla vs Beagle-Harrier - Breed Comparison
  36. Hungarian Vizsla vs English Coonhound - Breed Comparison
  37. Hungarian Vizsla vs Anglo-Francais de Petite Venerie - Breed Comparison
  38. Hungarian Vizsla vs Alpine Dachsbracke - Breed Comparison
  39. Hungarian Vizsla vs Basset Bleu de Gascogne - Breed Comparison
  40. Hungarian Vizsla vs Dunker - Breed Comparison
  41. Hungarian Vizsla vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen - Breed Comparison
  42. Hungarian Vizsla vs Chippiparai - Breed Comparison
  43. Hungarian Vizsla vs English Foxhound - Breed Comparison
  44. Hungarian Vizsla vs Estonian Hound - Breed Comparison
  45. Hungarian Vizsla vs Grand Griffon Vendeen - Breed Comparison
  46. Hungarian Vizsla vs Hamiltonstovare - Breed Comparison
  47. Hungarian Vizsla vs Beago - Breed Comparison
  48. Hungarian Vizsla vs Kanni - Breed Comparison
  49. Hungarian Vizsla vs Lithuanian Hound - Breed Comparison
  50. Hungarian Vizsla vs Hungarian Hound - Breed Comparison

View/Compare Breeds

Popular Dog Breeds