Wirehaired Vizsla has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Keeshond has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Intelligent
Going
Loving
Loyal
Protective

Agile
Obedient
Quick
Intelligent
Bright
Playful
Sturdy

Wirehaired Vizslas shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Keeshonds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Hungary

Netherlands

turkish yellow dog, transylvania hound, weimaraner

Samoyed, Chow Chow, Finnish Spitz, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian

middle ages

1700s

Sporting (AKC:2014)

Non Sporting (AKC:1930)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Renal Cortical Hypoplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Hemophilia A

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Congenital Heart Defect

Blood
Blood Test
Hips
X-Rays

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Wirehaired Vizslas thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Keeshonds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wirehaired Vizsla has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Keeshond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wirehaired Vizslas require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Keeshonds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Wirehaired Vizslas are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Keeshonds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Wirehaired Vizslas are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Keeshond dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Keeshond dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

The Wirehaired Vizsla has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Keeshonds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Wirehaired Vizsla has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Keeshond is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Wirehaired Vizslas can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Keeshonds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Wirehaired Vizslas are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Keeshonds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Wirehaired Vizslas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Keeshonds are highly friendly around strangers.

Wirehaired Vizslas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Keeshonds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Wirehaired Vizslas are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Keeshonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.