Breed guide
Vizsla
Hungarian hunting breed. Athletic, affectionate, high-energy. The archetypal 'velcro dog' — hates being alone.
AKC Rank
#34
Size
medium (44-60 lbs)
Life Expectancy
12-14 yrs
Activity
very high
Feeding a Vizsla
High-energy athletic breed. ~1,300-1,700 kcal/day for active adults. Needs quality protein for muscle maintenance.
Key nutrients
- •high-quality protein
- •omega-3
- •joint support
Portion notes: Two meals daily; adjust portions to activity level.
Fresh food picks for Vizslas
Our recommended fresh-food subscriptions for medium dogs.
The Farmer's Dog
Fresh, human-grade food portioned for your dog
- •Human-grade fresh food
- •Portioned per dog
- •Vet-developed recipes
- •50% off first box
Ollie
Fresh food with both cooked and baked recipes
- •Fresh and baked recipes
- •Turkey, beef, lamb, chicken proteins
- •Custom portions
- •60% off first box
Nom Nom
Restaurant-quality fresh food with microbiome testing
- •Pre-portioned pouches
- •Vet-formulated
- •Microbiome testing available
- •50% off first order
Spot & Tango
Fresh or UnKibble — whole-food nutrition, your choice
- •Fresh or UnKibble options
- •Human-grade ingredients
- •Shelf-stable storage option
- •50% off first order
First-year cost
What a Vizsla actually costs year one
Breed-specific estimate based on size, health concerns, and grooming needs. Excludes purchase/adoption fees (highly variable).
First-year total
$2,965-$6,550
Ongoing years run $2,170-$4,790 (no gear + training one-times).
Food (year one)
Fresh food subscription
$1,450-$2,400
Gear (one-time)
Crate, bed, harness, bowls, toys
$320-$460
Vet care
Wellness + breed-specific
$720-$1,550
Grooming
low grooming needs
$0-$120
Training
Puppy class + supplies
$225-$750
Supplements
Breed-matched, optional
$0-$720
Other first-year
Vaccines, neuter, DNA test
$250-$550
Pet insurance (estimate)
Not included above — shown for planning. Breed-risk adjusted.
$718-$1,256/yr
Estimates based on US market averages for medium dogs. Your costs will vary with lifestyle and region.
Supplements for Vizslas
Matched to this breed's common health concerns. All NASC-sealed.
Cosequin (Nutramax)
The #1 vet-recommended joint supplement
- •#1 vet-recommended
- •NASC Quality Seal
- •Glucosamine + chondroitin
- •Clinically studied
Zesty Paws Allergy & Immune
Seasonal allergy + immune support chews
- •NASC Quality Seal
- •Seasonal allergy support
- •Salmon oil for skin
- •Chewable, dogs love them
Supplements support — they don't treat or cure disease. Talk to your vet for anything clinical.
Health concerns to watch
Velcro dog — separation anxiety is common; plan for companionship or routine.
Needs 1-2 hours of vigorous exercise daily; undermet dogs develop anxiety.
Short coat = minimal grooming but needs warmth in winter.
Is your Vizsla scratching?
Vizslas are prone to skin and allergy issues. Take our 2-minute itch triage quiz.
Gear for Vizslas
Breed-size-appropriate picks. Links go to Amazon.
Crate
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Harness
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Bed
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Collar
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Leash
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Slow feeder bowl
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Chew toy
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Training for Vizslas
Matched to Vizsla temperament (affectionate, energetic, gentle).
BAXTER & Bella
Online puppy training program, lifetime access
- •Lifetime membership
- •Self-paced video lessons
- •Puppy + adult content
- •Behavior troubleshooting
GoodPup
1-on-1 virtual dog training with certified trainers
- •1-on-1 live video sessions
- •Certified trainers
- •Custom per-dog plan
- •Weekly structure
Dogo
App-based training with daily structure
- •App-based daily plans
- •AI-guided feedback
- •Affordable monthly cost
- •Trick training library
GPS trackers for Vizslas
Size-appropriate picks for tracking, activity monitoring, and escape alerts.
Fi
Smart collar with GPS + activity tracking
- •Real-time GPS
- •Activity + sleep tracking
- •Escape alerts
- •3-month battery
Tractive
Affordable GPS tracker with unlimited range
- •Attaches to any collar
- •Worldwide GPS coverage
- •Activity monitoring
- •Budget-friendly
Curious about their DNA?
Confirm breed mix, check for genetic health risks, and get actionable insights.
Embark
The most comprehensive dog DNA test
- •350+ breeds identified
- •250+ health conditions screened
- •Cornell-partnered science
- •Relatives finder
Wisdom Panel
Breed identification + health screening
- •350+ breeds
- •Genetic health insights
- •Budget-friendly option
- •Fast results
Common symptoms in Vizslas
What to watch for, what causes it, and when to worry.
Vizsla questions, answered
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