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THINKING ABOUT BUYING A VIZSLA?
You must
be or you wouldn't be visiting. It's important to know that there are many
different breeds for different purposes and Vizlsas are not the perfect breed
for everyone.
Vizslas
are becoming quite popular. Their beautiful appearance appeals to many however
the descriptions out there do not always accurately provide the prospective
owner with a clear description about life with a Vizsla. There are many advantages
and disadvantages to consider when thinking about adding a Vizsla to your
family. Anyone interested in owning one needs to be completely aware of what
they are getting themselves into and everyone in the family needs to agree
that this is the breed they will be committing to for up to 15 years of the
dog’s life.
Vizslas are very active dogs and their owners should be as well. They require daily off leash exercise. You have to be willing to do this year round. A short walk on a leash or expecting them to entertain themselves in a small yard will not suffice. Vizslas that do not get the required daily exercise can become very bored and destructive. They can be giddy clowns, up for anything and often retain this aspect of their personalities throughout their entire lives. For the active family, who spends a lot of time outdoors, the vizsla can make a wonderful addition to your lifestyle.
Family Life:
Vizslas need to be part of the family and are not well suited to kennel life. They are an animal of very high energy and demand an unusual amount of attention from their owners. Their people are very important to them and your company is one of their major priorities. Because they are so tuned into their owners, they are capable of becoming a master of control to get their own way. Vizslas would prefer that you allow them to lie on the couch, sleep in your bed and sit on your lap. They will follow you everywhere, want to be touching you whenever possible and want to be touched in return. Our vizslas can be quite demanding about this.
Grooming:
The Vizsla has a short coat which is relatively low maintenance. They do not have an undercoat so your house will not be prone to a lot of dog hair everywhere as you find in some breeds. But those short red hairs do come out and they embed themselves into carpet, furniture and clothing. Contrary to some reports, Vizslas are not hypoallergenic and they do shed. Regular nail clipping is important, as is ear cleaning (especially if your Vizsla does a fair bit of swimming).
Early obedience training is essential with a Vizsla. A new owner should expect to enroll in at least one 8 to 10 week obedience course. They are highly intelligent, love to learn and please their owners and thrive in an enriched and stimulating environment. Mental stimulation and exercise are just as important to the vizsla as outdoor exercise. They make great field, obedience and agility dogs. Consistent crate training is highly recommended from puppyhood.
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