Affectionate
Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Cheerful
Gentle
Playful
Quiet
Easygoing
Companionable
Lively
Friendly
Evenly Tempered
Trainable
Willing

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Hungary

United States

Turkish Yellow Dog, Transylvanian Hound, Weimaraner

Miniature Pinscher and Shetland Sheepdog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Middle Ages

2000's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Fawn
Red

Brown
Black
Red
White

Vizslas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Sheltie Pins have short coats.

A Vizsla can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Sheltie Pin can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Lymphoma
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Allergies
Bacterial and Viral Infections

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Cryptorchidism
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Dna For Pra
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

Vizslas are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Pulling, Saying hi, Walking, Petting, Boat ride, Run, Swim, Hunt, Tracking, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Cuddle, Play, Belly rubs, Jumping, Kisses, Running, Kissing, Chewing, Cuddling, Ball chasing, Power walking, Playing chase, Fetching, Casual walking, Skateboarding, Hiking, Frisbee

Fetch, Hiking, Running, Hide & Seek, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Vizsla, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sheltie Pin, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Vizslas usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Sheltie Pins usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Vizsla is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Sheltie Pin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Vizsla should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Sheltie Pin should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-60 pound (25 - 27 kg) Vizsla feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Sheltie Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Vizsla is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Vizsla is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Pin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

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

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

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

Vizslas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sheltie Pins are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Vizslas are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Sheltie Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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