Basenji
VS
Hungarian Vizsla
Basenji vs Hungarian Vizsla
Compare Basenji 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
Basenji
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 43 cm
54 – 64 cm
Weight
9 – 11 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
2/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
1/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Basenji
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Small
Hungarian Vizsla
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Basenji
Basenji: small, athletic African hound, 40–43 cm and 9–12 kg, with short coat, curled tail and wrinkled forehead. Often “barkless,” it yodels instead. Clean, independent, intelligent and strong-willed, it needs patient positive training, secure fencing, and regular mental and physical exercise.
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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