We have a deposit on a Fieldfine Kennels GSP puppy that would join our home this Summer.

I have done much research on the breed and I'm pretty sure the energy level/temperament is similar to the Vizsla's.

Does anyone have both, I'm curious about the differences or similarities that anyone can tell me about.

We decided to get a GSP instead of another Vizsla because we won't be getting another dog for a long time and thought we would enjoy the experience of a different breed.

Welcome to the forum.  It is nice to see another Belle on here.

I have three GSPs, but train with some folks who have Vizslas.  They are very similar to GSPs. I think Vizsla's are a little bit more high strung than GSPs, and seem to bark allot more.  Physically the Vizslas are smaller boned and shorter, and of course have that beautiful red coat.  I think you will find that the two get along really well together and compliment each other nicely.  When I was deciding on another dog 6 years ago it came down to a Vizsla or GSP.  I went with GSP as that was what was available to me at the time.  Now I am absolutely in love with the breed which is why I now have three of them.

Post pictures of your Vizsla and your shorthair when you get him.  Are you getting a male or female? What kinds of things do you do with your dogs?

Thanks for your quick response!

I'm glad to hear you think the Vizsla is more high strung because at 10 months of age we already have a handle on our little boy. He is such a great dog and I love his energy, it makes him alot of fun to be with.

 My husband goes duck hunting once or twice a month but on a daily basis I go on long walks/runs/biking with our Vizsla. I also have lots of ball throwing sessions with him, he insists on it!

I work at home and have two kids so we're always around and he has a great life!

We also go to the dog beach and the dog park alot. We live in S. Florida so the weather is nice year round.

I'll definitely post pictures of the two when we get the pup.

 Thanks MyDogisCrazy.

I'm glad to hear from someone with a Fieldfine dog who is happy!

I talked to alot of breeders and found them to be the ones I really felt comfortable with.

We have been training and working with our Vizsla since he was about 10 weeks, consistency is so important. 

I'm hoping to do the same with the GSP.

We are getting a female GSP, our Vizsla is a boy so I'm hoping a female might be more submissive with him.

I have both, they are similar yet different.  My GSP is a clown but can be more serious, while my Vizsla is out for a good time and quite mischevous.  The GSP is high speed, the Vizsla is hyperdrive   Both require physical, as well as mental exercise to keep them out of trouble.

I wouldn't consider Vizsla's high strung, they're high energy. 

 I'm from Boca Raton, FL.

I saw Jubilee's website, their dogs are very beautiful. I'm so glad to get the positive feedback on the Fieldfine dogs, I feel even better about my choice to go with them now.

My Vizsla will be so excited to have a permanent playmate, it will be so much fun when the puppy arrives!

 stlbirddogs, you're right about the Vizslas, they are always up to something. If it's quiet and I don't see mine anywhere then I know there's trouble! 

I hope my Vizsla won't wear the GSP out too much, I know it will take him a few months of growing to match the play level of the Vizsla. My boy can be a little rough with puppies (not in a mean way, just in a I don't know my own strength way), so I will have to keep a close eye.

You will probably be very surprised about how he treats his little sister when he gets his very own puppy. Dogs just know.  I was worried about Halo when I got Ringo.  She corrected him, but was never too rough with him.  Also, GSPs are tough dogs and all of my pups have thought at the very beginning they could run with my bigger GSPs and I let them for the most part.  I don't think Vizslas are any faster or more mischevious than GSPs, just a little more hyper.  It is actually pretty hard for me to describe, more of sense kind of thing.  I love both breeds and think they are wonderful dogs.  You may also be surprised at who ends up your pack leader amongst your dogs.  Female GSPs tend to be the leaders in packs.  I will be curious to hear from you in a year to see who ended up as top dog.

By the way, don't interfere with your older dog if he corrects the puppy. The puppy will learn from the correction and they will establish a pecking order. The only time I ever interfere in my dogs altercations is if I think they are escalating or getting too rough.  My dogs play hard and many people think they are fighting, so be sure you watch carefully and can tell the difference.

 Hi Coop,

We are hopefully going to get one from the Sasha x Ace litter. 

We are not a show home so we have to wait and see how many companion dogs are available, but it's likely it will work out.

Who are the parents of your dog?

Southern Belle - Welcome to the forum!  I'll bet you can't wait to get your new GSP pup.  Please do post pics of your Vizsla - we love all dog pics here, although we're partial to GSP ones.  I used to dog sit a Vizsla for a friend while I had my first GSP and my boxer.  Talk about a house full of active dogs!    I, too, found the Vizsla to be a bit more hyper and barky than my GSP, but she was a great dog and the three of them got along really well.