Vizsla vs Weimaraner
The two published breed profiles side by side: size, energy, grooming, lifespan, temperament ratings and health.
| Vizsla | Weimaraner | |
|---|---|---|
| Size class | Medium | Large |
| Adult weight | 20 to 27.2 kg | 24.9 to 40.8 kg |
| In pounds | 44 to 60 lb | 55 to 90 lb |
| Adult height | 53 to 61 cm | 58 to 69 cm |
| Energy | Very high | Very high |
| Grooming | Moderate | Moderate |
| Coat | Short smooth | Short smooth |
| Shedding | Moderate | Moderate |
| Lifespan | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 13 years |
| Good with children | Reliably good | Reliably good |
| Good with other dogs | Usually good | Fine with supervision |
| Country of origin | Hungary | Germany |
The main differences
- The Weimaraner is the bigger dog: 24.9 to 40.8 kg against 20 to 27.2 kg for the Vizsla.
- Both have very high energy in their published profiles.
- Grooming is moderate for both.
- The Vizsla usually lives longer: 12 to 14 years against 10 to 13 years.
Temperament
Vizsla: Affectionate, energetic and gentle, the Vizsla is a lean, light footed hunting companion that forms strong attachments and loves being part of family activities.
Weimaraner: Friendly, fearless and obedient, the Weimaraner is an intelligent and trainable hunting dog with great speed and endurance that thrives on lots of activity.
Health worth asking about
Conditions each breed is reported to be predisposed to. Predisposed does not mean inevitable: it means ask the breeder for the parents' test results.
Vizsla
- Hip dysplasia, which breeding stock should be hip scored by x-ray before mating
- Autoimmune thyroiditis, with a thyroid evaluation recommended by the national breed club
- Eye disease, with an ophthalmologist evaluation recommended by the national breed club
Weimaraner
- Hip dysplasia, which breeding stock should be hip scored by x-ray before mating
- Bloat, a life threatening emergency in adult dogs
- A genetic predisposition in a small percentage of puppies to overreact to vaccines, causing fever and joint soreness
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Vizsla or the Weimaraner?
The Weimaraner. Adults weigh 24.9 to 40.8 kg, against 20 to 27.2 kg for the Vizsla, going by the published breed profiles.
Which lives longer, the Vizsla or the Weimaraner?
The published life expectancy is 12 to 14 years for the Vizsla and 10 to 13 years for the Weimaraner. These are typical ranges across the breed, not a promise about one dog.
Is the Vizsla or the Weimaraner better with children?
They score the same: reliably good with children. Any dog needs supervising around young children, whatever their breed rating.
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Not veterinary advice. Breed information is general. Your own dog, and your own vet, always win.
Sources
Every figure on this page comes from the two breed guides, which cite:
- akc.org for adult weight and height, life expectancy, energy, grooming, shedding and the temperament ratings, coat type and health notes
- fci.be for country of origin
- akc.org for adult weight and height, life expectancy, energy, grooming, shedding and the temperament ratings, coat type and health notes
- fci.be for country of origin