Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet
Confidence

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

Swissy Saints make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Switzerland

Hungary

Greater Swiss Mountain and Saint Bernard

Turkish Yellow Dog, Transylvanian Hound, Weimaraner

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Fawn
Red

A Swissy Saint 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.

Swissy Saints 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.

Swissy Saints typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Digestive Problems

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Lymphoma
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Bloat

Allergies
Bacterial and Viral Infections

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Tests

Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Swissy Saints are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Swissy Saint has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Vizsla has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Swissy Saints 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.

Swissy Saints have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Vizslas are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Swissy Saint 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.

Swissy Saints 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 Swissy Saint, it's at least 8 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 Swissy Saints usually need at least 45 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 Swissy Saint has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-200 pound (59 - 91 kg) Swissy Saint 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 Swissy Saint 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 Swissy Saint 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.

Swissy Saints are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Vizsla is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Swissy Saints are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Vizslas can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Swissy Saints 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.

Swissy Saints are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Swissy Saints have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Swissy Saints are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Vizslas are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.