Dog breed comparison
Vizsla vs Weimaraner
How the two compare on size, temperament, training, grooming and health, and which suits your home. The Weimaraner is the bigger breed, about 7 kg heavier on average.
At a glance
Side by side.
| Trait | Vizsla | Weimaraner |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Sporting Dogs | Sporting Dogs |
| Size | Large | Large |
| Height | 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 45 to 65 pounds | 55 to 85 pounds |
| Life span | 10 to 14 years | 11 to 13 years |
| Energy | ||
| Exercise needs | ||
| Easy to train | ||
| Intelligence | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Good with other dogs | ||
| Friendly with strangers | ||
| Shedding | ||
| Easy to groom | ||
| Barking | ||
| Apartment living | ||
| First-time owners | ||
| Copes alone | ||
| Drooling | ||
| General health |
Ratings are 1 to 5, from our breed database. Every pet is an individual.
Key differences
Where they differ most.
Barking
The Vizsla barks more than the Weimaraner.
Drooling
The Weimaraner drools more than the Vizsla.
Good with other dogs
The Vizsla gets on better with other dogs than the Weimaraner.
Friendly with strangers
The Vizsla is friendlier with strangers than the Weimaraner.
Shedding
The Weimaraner sheds more than the Vizsla.
Easy to train
The Vizsla is easier to train than the Weimaraner.
Which to choose
Vizsla or Weimaraner?
Choose the Vizsla if…
- You want a dog that drools less
- You want a dog that gets on better with other dogs
- You have lots of visitors (it is friendlier with strangers)
- You want a dog that sheds less
Choose the Weimaraner if…
- You want a dog that barks less
- You want a more watchful dog (it is more reserved with strangers)
- You want a dog that is quicker to learn
Questions.
Is the Vizsla or the Weimaraner bigger, and which lives longer?
The Weimaraner is the bigger breed, about 7 kg heavier on average. Individual pets vary, so meet the parents or the pet where you can.
Which is easier to train, the Vizsla or the Weimaraner?
The Vizsla is generally easier to train than the Weimaraner. Short, positive, reward-based sessions work best for both.
Which is better for families, the Vizsla or the Weimaraner?
The Vizsla is usually the better fit for families with children, though a well-socialised Weimaraner can be great too. Always supervise young children with any pet.
Which sheds less?
The Vizsla sheds less than the Weimaraner. No breed is completely hair-free; regular brushing helps with both.
