Border Terrier
VS
Hungarian Vizsla
Border Terrier vs Hungarian Vizsla
Compare Border Terrier 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
Border Terrier
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 40 cm
54 – 64 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Border Terrier
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Hungarian Vizsla
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Border Terrier
Small, sturdy terrier originally bred on the England–Scotland border to hunt foxes. Affectionate, bonded to family, yet independent with strong prey drive. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise, secure fencing, and kind training. Wiry, weather-resistant coat needs brushing and occasional hand stripping.
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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