Vizsla Staff Information & Dog Breed Facts
Collection of all the general dog breed info about Vizsla Staff so you can get to know the breed more.
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Origin | United States Hungary |
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Vizsla Staff? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category. | Cross Breed American Staffordshire Terrier and Vizsla mix |
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Size Classification
What size category is a Vizsla Staff? Learn how big the Vizsla Staff breed typically grows. | LargeMedium |
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Weight Statistics
How much does a Vizsla Staff weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Vizsla Staff breed. | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Vizsla Staff? | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
How tall is the Vizsla Staff? Vizsla Staff height: | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) |
Average Height
What is the average height of a Vizsla Staff? | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) |
Price Range
How much does a Vizsla Staff puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Vizsla Staff costs. | Unknown Unfortunately, we couldn't find the price of the Vizsla Staff. If you have a Vizsla Staff for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Vizsla Staff gets to a happy place. |
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Availability
How easy is it to get a Vizsla Staff? How many Vizsla Staff are there in the world? | Average: The Vizsla Staff is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs. Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful. |
Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Vizsla Staff? Discover the Vizsla Staff's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities. | Outstanding: Vizsla Staff is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.
The Vizsla Staff is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking. |
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Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Vizsla Staff? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's trainability and response to training methods. | Vizsla Staff dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly. |
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Vizsla Staff as a watchdog? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's alertness and guarding instincts. | Vizsla Staff dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
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Territorial Protection
Is a Vizsla Staff protective of its territory? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's guarding instincts and behavior. | Vizsla Staff dogs are average defenders. Some dogs are very protective of their territory, while others easily let a stranger to trespass. This breed is not sure to defend its territory in every situation. |
Personality Traits
What personality does a Vizsla Staff have? Learn about characteristic Vizsla Staff temperament and behavior traits. | PlayfulEnergeticProtectiveCourageousIntelligentFriendlyAffectionateLoyalDevotedLivelyGentleAttentiveTenaciousTrainableCompanionableCheerfulQuietEasygoingWillingEvenly Tempered |
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Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Vizsla Staff sensitivity: | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Vizsla Staff dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.
They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions. |
Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Vizsla Staff a good family dog? | High: Vizsla Staff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness. |
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Vizsla Staff need? Vizsla Staff social needs: | Vizsla Staff dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Vizsla Staff to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Vizsla Staff roam? | The wanderlust potential of the Vizsla Staff is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command. |
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Vizsla Staff have high prey drive? | Vizsla Staff dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior. |
Barking Frequency
Does a Vizsla Staff bark a lot? Learn about typical Vizsla Staff vocalization patterns and triggers. | Average: The Vizsla Staff barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.
Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking. |
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Playful Nature
How playful is a Vizsla Staff? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Vizsla Staff breed. | The Vizsla Staff is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play. |
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Vizsla Staff live in an apartment? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's suitability for apartment living. | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla Staff breed in the home. It does best in the garden, but if you do want to keep it indoors, it should be exercised thoroughly with long daily walks, so you can keep the Vizsla Staff indoors by introducing daily routines. |
Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Vizsla Staff to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's flexibility to new situations. | Vizsla Staff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Vizsla Staff be left alone? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's tolerance to solitude. | Vizsla Staff dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Vizsla Staff biting potential? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's bite risk factors. | Low 🔽 The Vizsla Staff has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.) |
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Mouthing Tendency
Is a Vizsla Staff mouthy? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's tendency to use mouth during play. | Vizsla Staff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Vizsla Staff dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
We have compiled a list of Mouthy Dog Breeds. |
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Vizsla Staff bite? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's bite force measured in PSI. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla Staff bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Vizsla Staff measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Vizsla Staff is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Vizsla Staff bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Vizsla Staff bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Vizsla Staff puppy not to bite from an early age.
The Vizsla Staff, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained. However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for. In conclusion, while the Vizsla Staff bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Vizsla Staff can be a loyal and protective companion for your family. |
Average Lifespan
How long does a Vizsla Staff live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Vizsla Staff breed. | 12-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla Staff: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
How well does a Vizsla Staff handle different weather? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's climate adaptability. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing. |
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Vizsla Staff? Discover typical conditions affecting the Vizsla Staff breed. | The Vizsla Staff is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Vizsla Staff need vet visits? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's veterinary care requirements. | Average The Vizsla Staff should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian. |
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Vizsla Staff breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Vizsla Staff breed? Most common health risks of Vizsla Staff: | Hip Dysplasia CancerEpilepsySebaceous Adenitis |
Energy Rating
How energetic is a Vizsla Staff? Understand daily activity needs of the Vizsla Staff breed. | Vizsla Staff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Vizsla Staff need? How much exercise do Vizsla Staff dogs require per day?
Do Vizsla Staff dogs need a lot of exercises? | Vizsla Staff dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Vizsla Staff breed need? | Vizsla Staff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
Obesity Tendency
Is a Vizsla Staff prone to weight gain? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's obesity risks. | Low to Average: The Vizsla Staff has a low to the average risk for obesity. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.
If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Vizsla Staff weight regularly. |
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Food Consumption
How much food does a Vizsla Staff need daily? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's feeding requirements. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Allergy Friendliness
Is a Vizsla Staff hypoallergenic? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's suitability for allergy sufferers. | No Vizsla Staff dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair. |
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Coat Colors
What colors does a Vizsla Staff come in? Discover all possible Vizsla Staff color variations. | Black Blue White Brown Golden RustRusset GoldDark Sandy Gold |
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Vizsla Staff need? Learn about Vizsla Staff coat maintenance requirements. | Effortless: The Vizsla Staff requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary. Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Vizsla Staff is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog. Highly recommended for beginners. |
Drooling Tendency
Does a Vizsla Staff drool a lot? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's drooling habits. | The Vizsla Staff is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. If you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, the Vizsla Staff could be a good choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool less than others, just like the Vizsla Staff.
If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible. |
Stinkiness Rating
Does a Vizsla Staff smell bad? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's natural odor levels. | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla Staff has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks. |
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Vizsla Staff have? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's fur characteristics. | FineDenseHardCoarseShortNo Undercoat |
Bathing Needs
How often does a Vizsla Staff need baths? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's bathing requirements. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.
For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while. |
Shedding Level
How much do Vizsla Staff dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Vizsla Staff? Do Vizsla Staff dogs shed a lot? | Vizsla Staff dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. |
Child Compatibility
Is a Vizsla Staff good with children? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's behavior around kids of different ages. | Vizsla Staff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children. |
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Pet Compatibility
How well does a Vizsla Staff get along with other pets? Discover the Vizsla Staff's compatibility with other animals. | Vizsla Staff dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Vizsla Staff temperament with other people: | Vizsla Staff dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
How well do Vizsla Staff dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Vizsla Staff breed live with a cat? | Vizsla Staff dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Is Vizsla Staff good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Vizsla Staff dogs get along with other dogs? | Vizsla Staff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Vizsla Staff is not a good choice. |
Good For First Time Owners
Is Vizsla Staff breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Vizsla Staff breed suitable for first-time owners? | Yes Vizsla Staff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Are Vizsla Staff dogs good office canines? Do Vizsla Staff dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs? | No Vizsla Staff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Vizsla Staff dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Vizsla Staff temperament with senior people? Are Vizsla Staff dogs good for elderly owners? | Vizsla Staffs are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Service Dog Capability
Can a Vizsla Staff be a service dog? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's service work potential. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).
Vizsla Staff breed is a good choice for service purposes. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Vizsla Staff good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's therapy work aptitude. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.
Vizsla Staff breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes. |
Scent Detection Ability
Is a Vizsla Staff good at detection work? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's scenting abilities. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Vizsla Staff is not the best breed for detection purposes. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Vizsla Staff do search and rescue? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's SAR capabilities. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.
The Vizsla Staff is not the best breed for SAR purposes. |
Maritime Work Ability
Is a Vizsla Staff good on boats? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's maritime capabilities. | Yes Vizsla Staff breed usually likes being on a boat. Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo. Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, as a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats. |
Draft Work Capability
Can a Vizsla Staff pull carts? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's drafting abilities. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.
Vizsla Staff is not the best breed for drafting purposes. |
Military Service Background
Was a Vizsla Staff used in military service? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's military history. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. A combat dog is a specially trained dog that is used in warfare to help protect military personnel and assets. Combat dogs are often deployed in areas where there is potential for contact with the enemy, such as during raids or search operations.
Combat dogs are typically assigned to either infantry or special operations units. They are used for a variety of tasks including area security, sentry duty, trackers, and explosive detection. In addition to their combat roles, combat dogs also play an important role in troop morale by providing companionship and emotional support. |
Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Vizsla Staff usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes. | 6-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Vizsla Staff pregnant? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's gestation period. | 60-64 days Reproductive cycle of the female Vizsla Staff: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.
During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge. The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days. The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color. The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months. |
Breeding Frequency
How often can a Vizsla Staff have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year. |
AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Vizsla Staff in? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's AKC classification. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Vizsla Staff in? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's international classification. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Which kennel clubs recognize a Vizsla Staff? Learn about the Vizsla Staff's official recognition. | Not recognized by any clubs. |
Vizsla Staff Pros and Cons
- Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Vizsla Staff is one of the brightest dog breeds.
- Training Difficulty: Vizsla Staff dogs are easy to train.
- Grooming Requirements: Effortless: The Vizsla Staff requires minimal grooming.
- Shedding Level: Vizsla Staff dogs are low shedders.
- Drooling Tendency: The Vizsla Staff is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
- Obesity Tendency: Low to Average: The Vizsla Staff has a low to the average risk for obesity.
- Lifestyle Adaptability: Vizsla Staff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
- Child Compatibility: Vizsla Staff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
- Senior Citizens Friendly: Vizsla Staffs are usually recommended for elderly people.
- Good For First Time Owners: Vizsla Staff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
- Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
- Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
- Maritime Work Ability: Vizsla Staff breed usually likes being on a boat.
Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.
Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages.
- Allergy Friendliness: Vizsla Staff dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
- Apartment Adaptability: It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla Staff breed in the home.
- Mouthing Tendency: Vizsla Staff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
- Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Vizsla Staff is strong enough to escape from home.
- Alone Time Tolerance: Vizsla Staff dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
- Cat Friendly: Vizsla Staff dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
- Dog Friendly: Vizsla Staff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
- Office Friendly: Vizsla Staff is not the best dog breed for office environment.