Barbet
VS
Hungarian Vizsla
Barbet vs Hungarian Vizsla
Compare Barbet and Hungarian Vizsla side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Barbet
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 65 cm
54 – 64 cm
Weight
14 – 28 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Barbet
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Hungarian Vizsla
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Barbet
The Barbet is an ancient French water dog, medium-sized and sturdy, with a dense woolly low-shedding coat. Cheerful and people-focused, it thrives on family life, regular grooming, and active exercise, excelling in water work and dog sports, but remains a relatively rare breed.
About Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla: medium, athletic gundog with a short golden‑rust coat and expressive amber eyes. Affectionate, people‑oriented and high‑energy, it needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and gentle, consistent training. Clean, easy‑care coat; bonds closely with active families.
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