Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Vizslas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Vizslas are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Hungary

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Turkish Yellow Dog, Transylvanian Hound, Weimaraner

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Unknown

Middle Ages

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Fawn
Red

Golden Mountain Dogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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 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.

Golden Mountain Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Vizslas are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Vizsla breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Lymphoma
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Allergies
Bacterial and Viral Infections

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Golden Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Vizslas thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Mountain Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Vizslas need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Vizslas are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Mountain Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Vizslas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Run, Fetch, Walk

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Vizslas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Mountain Dog, it's at least 10 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 Vizsla, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs 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.

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.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Ideally, Golden Mountain Dog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 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.

The average cost of a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 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.

Golden Mountain Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Vizsla is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Vizslas are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Mountain Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Vizslas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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