Gentle, Loyal, Trainable
WVs are close relatives of Vizslas but a distinctly separate breed. The key distinguishing feature is coat type. Unlike the sleek Vizsla, WVs have a dense wiry coat, with a shaggy beard and eyebrows setting off a bright, lively expression.Both Vizsla breeds are classified as mediโฆ
Energy
80%
Shedding
60%
Trainability
60%
Grooming
20%
Friendliness
60%
Coat Type
Wire coat
Occasional Bath/Brush
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beds
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training
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grooming
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Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Seasonal shedder โ daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.
Recommended for experienced owners โ high owner difficulty rating of 8/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally friendly and calm, it integrates well into family life when socialised early.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity โ under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
Wirehaired Vizsla Cost Calculator
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FCI Group
Group 7 โ Pointing Dogs
Section
Continentale voorstaande honden
Status
recognized