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About the Hungarian Vizsla |
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History
The Hungarian Vizsla originated from Hungary. The name Vizsla comes from a small hamlet in the Danube valley. The dog was originally bred for hunting on the great plains of Hungary. It would hunt, point and retrieve anything from fur to feather from both land and water.
The Hungarian Vizsla, a shorthaired, smooth coated dog, is a recent newcomer to Britain, arriving around the 1950s'. The wire haired variety was developed in the 1930s'.
Today the Hungarian Vizsla can still be seen used as a gundog, it works particularly well in swamp and marshland.
The Hungarian Vizsla as a pet
These dogs make good guard dogs. They can be easily trained and are very obedient, reliable and affectionate. They make a good companion and have a very protective instinct. |
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Height:
57-64cms
Weight:
22-30kg
Lifespan:
14-15 yrs |
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Colour:
sandy yellow to russet gold |
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Coat:
Two types: shorthaired and wirehaired. The shorthaired should be short, smooth and greasy to the touch. The wirehaired should be lustreless and harsh, forming a beard on the muzzle. The tail should be docked |
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Lawrence Hound Glove
Horsehair
Original and best. Natural horsehair pad cleans and polishes the coat removing dust and dirt.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £22.00
Dollar price: $31.90 |
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Lawrence Shedder
Standard Size
Serrated stainless steel blade removes dead and loose hair.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £5.50
Dollar price: $7.97 |
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Braun-Wettberg Brush
Pure Bristle Standard
Using only pure bristle with a pneumatic rubber pad. All wood from managed forests. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £6.25
Dollar price: $9.06 |
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Grooming your Hungarian Vizsla
Grooming requirements: Grooming is fairly straightforward with this dog. A daily brushing is required with a medium bristle brush and a hound glove, followed by a good finger massage to keep the skin supple. A hand strapping is also recommended to give the coat a good sheen. The ears need to be cleaned out on a regular basis with a cotton wool swab dipped in alcohol, followed by a dusting with a good ear powder.
Tools required:
Shedder, medium bristle brush, hound glove.
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