In what year did the Wirehaired Vizsla finally achieve full recognition as the AKC’s 180th breed?
Answer
2014
The process for full acceptance by the American Kennel Club (AKC) was lengthy, commencing with entry into the Foundation Stock Service (FSS) Program in 2008. Dogs became eligible for Companion and Performance events starting January 1, 2009, and moved to the Miscellaneous Class on January 1, 2011. The definitive milestone occurred on July 2, 2014, when the Wirehaired Vizsla was officially admitted into the Sporting Group, achieving full recognition as the AKC’s 180th breed. The earlier dates mentioned correspond to recognition by other bodies, such as the CKC in 1977 or NAVHDA in 1986.
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