Description
This breed comes from the central plains of Hungary, though one school of thought believes it reached there with invaders from farther east. It suffered as a result of war in Europe and much of today’s modern stock has been developed from dogs taken out of Hungary by emigrants.
Medium sized and elegantly built, he is an outstanding all-purpose gundog, combining an excellent nose with stable pointing, good retrieving and a positive enjoyment of working in water. He has great stamina and is happy to work in all weathers. He has an aristocratic air, with a lively but equable temperament. His short, coarse, easy-to-care for coat is richly coloured in russet gold.
An intelligent dog, with a good memory, which makes him easy to train, he is responsive to intelligent handling. He is a very popular pet in his native Hungary, where he adapts to living quarters of all sizes.
Breed Group
Gundog
Vulnerable Native Breed
No
Size
Large
How much exercise?
More than 2 hours per day
Length of coat
Short
How much grooming?
Once a week
Supposedly sheds?*
Yes
Town or Country
Country
Type of home
Large House
Minimum Garden Size
Large
Lifespan
Over 10 Years
* If you are asthmatic or have an allergy, you should consult your medical advisor before considering obtaining a dog. More information can also be found on
the Kennel Club website.
The Gundog Breed Group
Dogs that were originally trained to find live game and/or to retrieve game that had been shot and wounded. This group is divided into four categories - Retrievers, Spaniels, Hunt/Point/Retrieve, Pointers and Setters - although many of the breeds are capable of doing the same work as the other sub-groups. They make good companions, their temperament making them ideal all-round family dogs.