I rescued my V as a puppy. I was told she was a miniature q Wheener dog and would be 4 or 5 lbs....much to my surprise, I learned what a vizsla was. We also go hiking and trail running. I'm in the best shape of my life. We do 120 to 150 miles a month now. She does more because she'll smell deer and go find them and run them to me while I'm trying to hike with her. I've never loved anything or been loved back by anything more than this creature. She's my best friend.
Can’t wait for more of your videos! I love this breed and would really like to get one but want to make sure I know everything about them and I’m the right fit for them before I do get one.
you just need to be ready for a daily walk/play, they are so eager to learn/training, but NEED daily exercise, take them for a mile walk daily or aggressive run and they will be the most devoted companion you have ever imagined. Very sensitive, don't have to yell at them, you will scar them for life.. Sweetest creature on the planet. Totally submissive to my mean little Dachshund.
S Rich super helpful, we are an active family but want to make sure we can keep the dog there happiest, a mile a day /hour a day is totally doable, will get us out and about!
Hi. I have a Vizsla bitch that is just two years old. Previously I was a black Lab man for 40 odd years. So I now have some relevant observations to make about the breed and maybe the gender. I think it fair to say that they are clearly really quite bright animals. My bitch (Molly) was house trained within the first week of her coming home. I think she urinated in the house six or seven times and had one poo. I was amazed at how quickly she learned this and therefore how quickly the burden of house training was lifted. I will be honest and say that I have not persevered with any gun training which is one reason that I got her. However, training to sit and return, was dealt with extremely quickly and I have absolutely no doubt that additional obedience training would have been equally well received. One trait I had never thought about when getting her was noise. Years of owning Labs that are so easy to train, quiet and undemanding have in no way prepared me for a dog that like to have a conversation with you. Pretty well any thought process that she has is capable of being put into verbal form. Mostly I just laugh but actually the fact that she actually asks to be let out so that she can go to the toilet, is both amusing and a relief. However for sitting on a peg doing a bit of shooting, this might not go down so well. When we went to see the litter a pecking order was already established and there was one pathetic little girl that was clearly at the end of the dinner queue. She was certainly not the one that showed it had working dog characteristics, so when I asked my wife which one we should choose, I was a little disappointed that she chose the runt. I was only a little disappointed because she was gorgeous and looked like she needed a new home. She was very quite and shy and she retained these qualities for some considerable time. Anyone thinking about a Vizsla will know there nick name and in my experience this is well deserved. However, I would diverge from some opinion I have seen, about this attribute. I do not put this 'velcro' trait down to a desire to be with humans, I think it is simply because they are so insecure. When I send Molly out for a retrieve she will frequently look behind her to make sure not out of sight. She (unlike my labs) will almost certainly not run after a rabbit and get lost. The need to feel secure (which means being close to a source of comfort) is so great that I cannot imagine her running away. She brings this quality into the house. She is always wanting to be in my space, sitting on or with me. I like this, but some I know do not. Indeed I have had to make little 'nests' around the kitchen and dining room to ensure that she feels sufficiently comfortable away from human company to not spend her entire life sitting on me. I have a cushion in front of our aga and another in front of a solid fuel stove and another in a chair with strong side arms. She is able to find somewhere that is always warm and comfortable. I am convinced if we hadn't done this, that she could be a nuisance, always looking for company. I do think that the one thing that I would want to stress more than anything is the need for space. The dog is a rangy fast paced running machine. We are fortunate enough to live on a farm and she is taken on long walks with significant amounts of running after stuff. She is almost never panting upon our return. She can take any amount of exercise and still be wanting more. This is natural for the dog and I am convinced that an urban environment would not be good for them. I have heard that they can be destructive and disruptive. Mine has been neither, but I am convinced that she could have been had she not had an outlet for her boundless energy and enthusiasm. Another concern I would have is in the are of dogs and families. Whilst Molly is a lovely animal she is 'on edge' always mindful of things she might not like. This can lead to her grabbing whatever has started her with her mouth. This is not a bite but I think is a way of controlling the activity. So after many years of happily owning dogs through the rigours of family life I am now pretty sure that a Viszla is not a dog I would chose with a young family. She has bitten me once ( when I tried to take something away from her) it drew blood but there was no follow up. It was defensive momentary action. But its not anything I saw in decades of Lab ownership. I have never had a moments regret at getting Molly. She is just like my daughter. I real character, hard work, opinionated, noisy and beautiful. They are so similar I often call the dog by my daughters name by mistake. If you have the space, they are a dream.
Hello :). I'm so glad you decided to comment. I could not agree with you more on several things you mentioned. So, my dog was also the runt of his litter and he was very fearful and it turned out he was not a good fit to be around children when he was younger. The Velcro title I would also agree could be from them feeling insecure. It depends on the situation and I'm sure you're able to tell when your baby is feeling insecure and when she's wanting cuddles. My dog turned out to display fear aggression when he was very little...it is something I've had to constantly work on with him. He's getting ready to turn six and he still struggles with it. However, I've been training him for years and he has made improvements. I'll be making a video talking about separation anxiety. I have friends with Vizslas and their dogs don't struggle with it but mine does...A LOT. Be sure to click the notifications button if you want to know when I upload that video. I'm so glad you decided to comment and I appreciate your participation on my channel. Have a great day!!
@@AllaboutVizslas I forgot to mention that mine spends most of its time on two legs. If it was destructive, then nothing would be safe. I have heard from the breeder about how the others in the litter have fared and it seems that some of them have been of that ilk. I have seen videos on youube of people having these dogs as pets in urban environments with little opportunity to stretch their legs. I couldn't think of anything more inappropriate. On the insecurity thing, have you noticed that that when they are pressing up against you, they do so with their rear quarter and are looking outwards. It looks very much like the same insecurity of grazing animals that have a need to protect themselves from attack from the rear.
@@goliver3846 I totally agree that these are definitely dogs that need to run and need A LOT of room. I had a huge yard and when I relocated, I was temporarily in an apartment and he didn't do well. Now I'm in a house and he's back to having the room he needs. I've noticed that sometimes when he presses up against me it is indeed with his hind quarter but sometimes he also curls up against me with his head. I'll try to capture it on film for you so you can see. Thanks for helping me with the insecurity aspect of Vizsla ownership. I never thought to really talk about it but I sure will now. :)
my Vizlsa gave one bark after 4 yrs and never barked again she was never vocal, was an amazing natured dog, the club trainer said she was a very gentle natured dog, lost her after nearly 17 yrs
Great Video ! I have a Vizsla, without a doubt the best dog I've ever owned...he never leaves my side. If you are looking to get one make sure you watch videos like this one and do your homework as they are not for everyone. Also, please, please, please make sure you have plenty of land/room as they have to exercise ALL THE TIME There is energy and then there is Vizsla energy !!
I'm very sorry to hear this news. I dread the day when I will have to part with mine. Well, this is an interactive channel so even though your baby is no longer with you physically, they're still with you spiritually. Please do comment on any other videos and please share your experiences so other owners have somewhere to turn if they need. I've learned so much from being a part of Vizsla forums and groups.
They are pure love and yes, everything you say about your dog is true of the breed. My vizsla lived 15 years and I was soooo lucky he picked me as his human. Pure pure love.
Everyone has their own perfect breed..i am a vizsla owner for over 20 years..unfortunately my most recent passed jsn 3rd at a young age due to a rare genetic disease..a home is not complete without a vizsla..remember they are babies for life..
I just made a video today about the disease you told me about to help get the condition out into the community. They are soooo babies for life and I wouldn't have it any other way. :)
hi,thank you for the video from israel. i have 1 question .i live alone and i go out in 7:30 to 16:30 to work at minimum , i wanted to take a Viszla for a long time but like you said in the video its really difficult for this breed to stay home alone much time because they need thier owner , so i always hezitate . would you recommend to a viszla in this case ? thank you
Hello Mr. Beinin. Thank you for inquiring. If I'm understanding your question, you work from 7:30 until 4:30 in the afternoon? If so, that's a standard eight hour day and if you get a Vizsla, I would recommend you get two instead of just one. These animals are really attached to their owners and really get stressed when they are separated from them. However, that does not mean that any Vizsla you get will be this way. That's just the way mine turned out. I'm going to make a video on separation anxiety and talk about how my dog is in that video. So, if you decide to go for it I'd get two. It will in a sense be less work because they'll keep each other entertained. Just make sure they get a minimum of 1 hour of running everyday. I hope this helps and keep the questions coming. :)
Hi lion! since it seems you are interested in getting one. my advise to you is: start by learning how to train a dog. learn all the steps needed to guide your dog to be a happy dog. potty training, create training, place training, sit, down, heal, recall, leave it are very important to learn. while you find a breeder for a puppy or a adoption. learning how to train yours even before getting one will help you a lot. as Vizslas are extremely energetic and bad training or not training could make this dogs very difficult to handle. for example my vizsla puppy cried so hard the first 5 days while in the create. covering all the create made her stop crying. after a month she goes into her create sleeps and snores. only cries and bark when she needs to go potty. she is 6 months now she goes into her create when I leave for work and comes out once I'm back. but this has helped prevent the separation anxiety from the get go. however I get up at 5:30 and train her, feed and exercise her for 1 hour and 30 minutes. I go out from 7:30 to 18:00 for work. once I'm back she gets more training, play and feeding time. I also have a treadmill for when weather is bad. or just to let her burn extra energy. create training is your best friend as my puppy managed to chew unplugged extension cords so better be safe than sorry. also there are other breeds that are amazing and medium to low energy. there reason I got my Vizsla is because she will be my riding companion (Mountain biking) so once she is 18 months she will join me for 12 miles rides every other day. so as long as you find a way to run a vizsla for 1 hour when is an adult some times 2 hours (judging by hoe much energy my puppy has) you should be good.
@@jonathanruiz5752 I could not agree more Jonathan!! If I had to do it all over again, I would've been more careful about the approach to take prior to adopting my Vizsla. My Vizsla was abused, so he came with an onset of problems. I didn't know anything about the breed prior to adopting. Boy oh boy what a learning curve these past five years has thrown me. However, I don't regret a single moment as it brought me so many internal blessings of growth, happiness, patience, perseverance, etc. I totally agree about the training part. Learn how to train first, then adopt. It prepares an owner to be equipped with the tools needed to handle a Vizsla! Thanks for the comments and keep them coming everybody!!
@@AllaboutVizslas yeah. I didn't fully prepare my self for mine. I saw them and I was like I like that breed. but I had 3 dogs so I couldn't get another. my big dog passed away October 2019 and oddly enough someone was selling puppies in November so I went and picked one. I missed so many opportunities to prevent bad behaviors but with all this Covid- i'm making sure to address most of them. still learning how to raise my puppy but considering i'm not a trainer. I know the result are going to be slower but i'm confident she will be back to where she needs to be. if there is one training I would recommend is heel work as is the fundation to comunicate with your dog. a good healwork will challenge your vizsla to learn to see you as a leader. I can't have her jumping on people or kids, pulling because she saw a squarell or a bird. you can see my dog on instagram. her account is @velladventurs in case you want to see her or follow her on her jurney
I have to say, you have done a lovely job of training your Vizsla. In reality, their need to "be on you" is not an attribute, in my opinion. Typically, the Vizsla's "velcro" personality is a reflection of that volatility. You forgot to mention that this breed was developed for centuries to hunt. Hence, they have a need for a certain level of exercise. If they are not hunted, you have to deal with many of those "other aspects" of the Vizsla. In the least, you have to displace the hunting with a healthy regimen of physical AND mental stimulation. Their good looks has been their nemesis, not unlike other other attractive sporting breeds such as the Golden retriever, the Weimaraner and the Irish setter, to name a few. It brings to light this one question: How any distinct dog breeds are there in total, roughly?
Aw, thank you. So true on their development history with hunting. Most of my stuff is in storage at the moment but I do plan on making a series on the history. I'm looking forward to it for sure!! I appreciate the comment very much. Please stay tuned for more to come. :)
Well my dear, what someone expect? I love a Labrador too, but a Vizsla is the perfect dog for me. I want to be his very best friend, care for him, and he is perfect. High energy means also he may motivate me, we are going to become very very happy together, I will care for him like for my eyes. I want him to be my shadow!
Well, you'll definitely get a second shadow. This breed will stick to you like glue, following you from room to room. Your solitude time in the bathroom...kiss that goodbye. LOL
You will never get to sit anywhere, sleep anywhere, or go to the bathroom by yourself ever again. You will have to take them for a walk and cater to their needs before you do anything for yourself...or you may pay the price. You will invest in a lot of dogbeds and blankets because they get cold easily. You will spend a ridiculous amount money on them if they get sick because they are worth every penny.
Hi. Our COVID Vizsla puppy, Penny is 8 mos old....she’s all the things you experienced except not much of a talker or even barker. Did that happen at a later age pls?
Not much of a talker eh? Hmmm....well, mine is very very vocal. I adopted him when he was 1 year old. I'm sure your pup will grow into it's voice. Don't worry. The breed is extremely vocal.
This is obviously your favorite breed. You said in your video you have owned other dog breeds. What others did you have that have now been surpassed by your Vizsla?
Indeed it is. I fell in love with the Vizsla. They're like humans but with fur. Lol. I've owned shih tzu, dachsunds, Chinese Sharpei, and Chihuahuas. All very good dogs but Vizslas have a very distinct character and personality.
Hi, really thinking of getting a Viszla. I had a mixed breed dog a Cross between a Golden doodle and a Border Collie Sheepdog. I had her for over two years. Very energetic and loved her long walks and runs.. So I'm looking at the Viszla as I miss the long walks and running around the fields. Are this type of dog OK to be left alone for a maximum of 6hrs a day. This would only be every second week with myself and my wife both working. The dog would get at least 2 hrs exercise in the evening like my previous dog did and long walks at the weekend. So any advice greatly appreciated. Are they barkers and destructive if left alone for too long. Sorry for the long story. Just want to make the right choice. Thanks Regards Barry
Hello and excellent question!! Honestly, this breed doesn't do well with being left alone. They are called velcro dogs because they want to be with their owners...24/7. Lol...however, if you adopt a Vizsla and give them good exercise and training, then leaving them alone for six hours shouldn't be a huge problem. This breed is very prone to separation anxiety though...so, I'm just being honest about that. If you haven't seen my first video "Should I buy a Vizsla" stop on over and give it a gander. Please feel free to ask me any questions. Thank you for your support. :)
I'm sure there are Vizsla's that don't have separation anxiety. My friend has one and she's perfectly fine when her owner needs to leave. Unfortunately, Mine is not one of those. I can't really leave my dog because he gave himself an ulcer his anxiety is so bad. Only in an emergency situation would I put him through that. So, I have to make sure if I do need to travel only my family member he's most comfortable with is there to take care of him. This is not the situation with every Vizsla out there though.
My wife and I love the breed, but we can't find a breeder within 300 miles who will have puppies within the next year. I guess we'll have to look at other similar breeds?
Are you willing to adopt a rescue? Check into your local seeing eye dog facilities. I adopted mine from the Pilot dog program. He was 1 when I got him and had the basic obedience already done.
It's been my experience that they will bond with 1 person. Not to say they aren't a family dog but my experience is they will have a "favorite" family member they usually cling to the most. This may not be the case for every Vizsla family though.
Aw, thank you. I'm so sorry to hear about your sweet heart passing away. Do stay tuned in on my channel and feel free to provide any advice you think would be helpful to my subscribers. :)
We where about to get one, But it turned out to be a Scammer! Thankfully we figured it out before they got our money. Would you point us in the direction of good breeder ? Thanks !
I'm glad you were able to avoid the scam. I'd check for Vizsla rescues in your state. Many times people adopt this breed underestimating the maintenance and end up giving them to local shelters. Check this link out and see if the contact may direct you in a good direction: www.vcaweb.org/rescue/contacts.shtml
Hello Jocelyn! Tail docking is a hot topic among the Vizsla community. My understanding as to why it is done is to protect the Vizsla from doing damage. For instance, my friend owns two Vizslas and was explaining that when he asked why his dogs had their tails docked, the breeder explained that the tail could break if it whipped against something hard. It (the tail) doesn't have enough tissue to protect it from breaks. I will do more research on this and make a video on it! Thanks for the idea and the question. :)
Docking was originally done for aesthetics as it is with Dobermans/Bulldogs ect. It's extremely bad to do especially for highly athletic breeds like Vizslas, it's an intricate part of their balancing mechanism. DalmatiansRidgebacks are very similar in body type including the tail, ask yourself why are their tails never docked? The reason is because it's not part of their "look" traditionally. Breeders now use the excuse it's to protect them from harm just to justify it. I'm not some kind of animal rights activist or anything, I just think it's illogical to remove something that helps your doggo balance better
All so very correct. I don't believe it is done anymore. I made a video on tail docking. I made the mistake of constantly calling it cropping so...please put that mistake aside if you decide to watch it.
Hello there. Thank you for your videos. Wanted to ask you if you are able to refer me to a reputable vizsla breeder. I live in Hawaii and would love to have a vizsla as part of our family but there is not breeder here. So, im trying to find a reputable breeder. I will plan to fly and get the puppy. Thank you.
Hmmmm...well, i don't know any personally. I adopted mine from the Pilot Dogs Inc. in Columbus, Ohio for $150 bucks. I did find some information regarding AKC Vizsla information. It provides some reputable breeder information. Try this link www.akc.org/dog-breeds/vizsla/. Please let me know if you find one. :)
NO! and YES!!! I have had MANY dogs. They ARE my children. I have a rescued V mix, more beautiful that purebred ones, which are adoeable. Yes to Vs. No to “ buy” ADOPT!!!!! My girl is amazing in soooo many ways and a cuddle bug. What a best buddy! She is leader of pack of 4. My others are shelties.
Hello there! Thank you first of all for the video... I wanted to know if this dog will be a good watchdog at night in the house? In other words, will it bark to inform you that there is something wrong or someone outside the door? I don't need him to defend me but rather to wake me up. Will it do that, what about yours?
Yes! Vizslas are very very verbal dogs. They love to communicate! They are excellent dogs to alert you when someone is approaching as they are very protective and loyal companions.
@@okakosolykos to give you an idea. if you move a box or move some furniture. they will notice it and bark. they run fast explore and they know whats inside your house, your back yard, anything is that looks different they will let you know. they nose is so good they can spot a rat just by smell 50 ft away so they can pick a scent that is not not common in your house/backyard and will let you know.
@@jonathanruiz5752 This is perfect because I live in the mountains and it is quite cold at night. I will therefore have to keep him inside and won't be able to put the alarm motion detector on, so I will need him to wake me up if there is a break in...I have already been a victim of a robbery in the past and if something happens again, I want to be awake you know...I don't need him to protect me, but I really need him to bark and wake me up...According to what you're telling me, he will fit the bill. Right?
@@okakosolykos her create is in front of a glass sliding door then there is a patio. In the patio I have a grill. I used the grill while she was in the yard playing and I left the charcoal bag in the middle of the patio. When she came inside the house and took a little nap she started to growl and bark. Because a new item was in place. I think they could be good Alarm dogs just like chihuahuas. Also training her with some drills could ensure he is more alert. Not sure where you live but if it was me. I lived in the mountains And I can only get one dog. For the purpose of security I would consider a Cane Corso. You can watch some of the @Jayson Corey videos. Vizsla is a very smart dog and could be trained easily. I think he would do a good job with some training.
you should always rescue, not buy a dog from a breeder. there are literally millions of deserving dogs in shelters today. we adopted our vizsla from the shelter. She is truly a gem.
My nostrils are totally huge in this video. Lol I had to learn a better angle on my next couple videos. Sighhh the learning curve with filming yourself is not as easy as I thought. :)
I rescued my V as a puppy. I was told she was a miniature q
Wheener dog and would be 4 or 5 lbs....much to my surprise, I learned what a vizsla was. We also go hiking and trail running. I'm in the best shape of my life. We do 120 to 150 miles a month now. She does more because she'll smell deer and go find them and run them to me while I'm trying to hike with her. I've never loved anything or been loved back by anything more than this creature. She's my best friend.
That's awesome. It keeps getting better! It's a wonderful breed!!
Can’t wait for more of your videos! I love this breed and would really like to get one but want to make sure I know everything about them and I’m the right fit for them before I do get one.
they are the right dog 🤘
you just need to be ready for a daily walk/play, they are so eager to learn/training, but NEED daily exercise, take them for a mile walk daily or aggressive run and they will be the most devoted companion you have ever imagined. Very sensitive, don't have to yell at them, you will scar them for life.. Sweetest creature on the planet. Totally submissive to my mean little Dachshund.
S Rich super helpful, we are an active family but want to make sure we can keep the dog there happiest, a mile a day /hour a day is totally doable, will get us out and about!
More to come! I just uploaded a couple more between this and last month.
Beautiful dogs, we had a girl called ruby and we still miss her after 10 years .
They're definitely the most beautiful breed in my opinion. :)
Hi.
I have a Vizsla bitch that is just two years old. Previously I was a black Lab man for 40 odd years. So I now have some relevant observations to make about the breed and maybe the gender.
I think it fair to say that they are clearly really quite bright animals. My bitch (Molly) was house trained within the first week of her coming home. I think she urinated in the house six or seven times and had one poo. I was amazed at how quickly she learned this and therefore how quickly the burden of house training was lifted. I will be honest and say that I have not persevered with any gun training which is one reason that I got her. However, training to sit and return, was dealt with extremely quickly and I have absolutely no doubt that additional obedience training would have been equally well received.
One trait I had never thought about when getting her was noise. Years of owning Labs that are so easy to train, quiet and undemanding have in no way prepared me for a dog that like to have a conversation with you. Pretty well any thought process that she has is capable of being put into verbal form. Mostly I just laugh but actually the fact that she actually asks to be let out so that she can go to the toilet, is both amusing and a relief. However for sitting on a peg doing a bit of shooting, this might not go down so well.
When we went to see the litter a pecking order was already established and there was one pathetic little girl that was clearly at the end of the dinner queue. She was certainly not the one that showed it had working dog characteristics, so when I asked my wife which one we should choose, I was a little disappointed that she chose the runt. I was only a little disappointed because she was gorgeous and looked like she needed a new home. She was very quite and shy and she retained these qualities for some considerable time.
Anyone thinking about a Vizsla will know there nick name and in my experience this is well deserved. However, I would diverge from some opinion I have seen, about this attribute. I do not put this 'velcro' trait down to a desire to be with humans, I think it is simply because they are so insecure. When I send Molly out for a retrieve she will frequently look behind her to make sure not out of sight. She (unlike my labs) will almost certainly not run after a rabbit and get lost. The need to feel secure (which means being close to a source of comfort) is so great that I cannot imagine her running away. She brings this quality into the house. She is always wanting to be in my space, sitting on or with me. I like this, but some I know do not. Indeed I have had to make little 'nests' around the kitchen and dining room to ensure that she feels sufficiently comfortable away from human company to not spend her entire life sitting on me. I have a cushion in front of our aga and another in front of a solid fuel stove and another in a chair with strong side arms. She is able to find somewhere that is always warm and comfortable. I am convinced if we hadn't done this, that she could be a nuisance, always looking for company.
I do think that the one thing that I would want to stress more than anything is the need for space. The dog is a rangy fast paced running machine. We are fortunate enough to live on a farm and she is taken on long walks with significant amounts of running after stuff. She is almost never panting upon our return. She can take any amount of exercise and still be wanting more. This is natural for the dog and I am convinced that an urban environment would not be good for them. I have heard that they can be destructive and disruptive. Mine has been neither, but I am convinced that she could have been had she not had an outlet for her boundless energy and enthusiasm.
Another concern I would have is in the are of dogs and families. Whilst Molly is a lovely animal she is 'on edge' always mindful of things she might not like. This can lead to her grabbing whatever has started her with her mouth. This is not a bite but I think is a way of controlling the activity. So after many years of happily owning dogs through the rigours of family life I am now pretty sure that a Viszla is not a dog I would chose with a young family. She has bitten me once ( when I tried to take something away from her) it drew blood but there was no follow up. It was defensive momentary action. But its not anything I saw in decades of Lab ownership.
I have never had a moments regret at getting Molly. She is just like my daughter. I real character, hard work, opinionated, noisy and beautiful. They are so similar I often call the dog by my daughters name by mistake.
If you have the space, they are a dream.
Hello :). I'm so glad you decided to comment. I could not agree with you more on several things you mentioned. So, my dog was also the runt of his litter and he was very fearful and it turned out he was not a good fit to be around children when he was younger. The Velcro title I would also agree could be from them feeling insecure. It depends on the situation and I'm sure you're able to tell when your baby is feeling insecure and when she's wanting cuddles. My dog turned out to display fear aggression when he was very little...it is something I've had to constantly work on with him. He's getting ready to turn six and he still struggles with it. However, I've been training him for years and he has made improvements.
I'll be making a video talking about separation anxiety. I have friends with Vizslas and their dogs don't struggle with it but mine does...A LOT. Be sure to click the notifications button if you want to know when I upload that video. I'm so glad you decided to comment and I appreciate your participation on my channel. Have a great day!!
@@AllaboutVizslas I forgot to mention that mine spends most of its time on two legs. If it was destructive, then nothing would be safe. I have heard from the breeder about how the others in the litter have fared and it seems that some of them have been of that ilk. I have seen videos on youube of people having these dogs as pets in urban environments with little opportunity to stretch their legs. I couldn't think of anything more inappropriate.
On the insecurity thing, have you noticed that that when they are pressing up against you, they do so with their rear quarter and are looking outwards. It looks very much like the same insecurity of grazing animals that have a need to protect themselves from attack from the rear.
@@goliver3846 I totally agree that these are definitely dogs that need to run and need A LOT of room. I had a huge yard and when I relocated, I was temporarily in an apartment and he didn't do well. Now I'm in a house and he's back to having the room he needs.
I've noticed that sometimes when he presses up against me it is indeed with his hind quarter but sometimes he also curls up against me with his head. I'll try to capture it on film for you so you can see. Thanks for helping me with the insecurity aspect of Vizsla ownership. I never thought to really talk about it but I sure will now. :)
my Vizlsa gave one bark after 4 yrs and never barked again she was never vocal, was an amazing natured dog, the club trainer said she was a very gentle natured dog, lost her after nearly 17 yrs
@@mikeperth6670 Honestly didn't know that they lived to that age. Brilliant.
Great Video ! I have a Vizsla, without a doubt the best dog I've ever owned...he never leaves my side. If you are looking to get one make sure you watch videos like this one and do your homework as they are not for everyone. Also, please, please, please make sure you have plenty of land/room as they have to exercise ALL THE TIME There is energy and then there is Vizsla energy !!
Very true.
Sadly I had to put down my beloved companion 3 weeks ago at ae 14. He was such an amazing dog. I still expect to see him behind me when I turn around.
I'm very sorry to hear this news. I dread the day when I will have to part with mine. Well, this is an interactive channel so even though your baby is no longer with you physically, they're still with you spiritually. Please do comment on any other videos and please share your experiences so other owners have somewhere to turn if they need. I've learned so much from being a part of Vizsla forums and groups.
@@AllaboutVizslas Are there vizsla forums
and groups?
They are pure love and yes, everything you say about your dog is true of the breed.
My vizsla lived 15 years and I was soooo lucky he picked me as his human.
Pure pure love.
They are the best!! I'd have 5 more...if only I had money. :)
Dear Mám, you are perfect, thank you so much, you did help me so much!
I'm glad you found my video helpful. :)
Everyone has their own perfect breed..i am a vizsla owner for over 20 years..unfortunately my most recent passed jsn 3rd at a young age due to a rare genetic disease..a home is not complete without a vizsla..remember they are babies for life..
I just made a video today about the disease you told me about to help get the condition out into the community. They are soooo babies for life and I wouldn't have it any other way. :)
@@AllaboutVizslas Did you find out what disease the commenters dog had?
Vizslas are a very healthy breed.
I believe the condition was called Polymyositis. I made a video on it.
Thank you for the information,.
Any time!
Want one of these!!!!Like this dog a bunch!!!
It's the best breed ever!! :)
hi,thank you for the video from israel. i have 1 question .i live alone and i go out in 7:30 to 16:30 to work at minimum , i wanted to take a Viszla for a long time but like you said in the video its really difficult for this breed to stay home alone much time because they need thier owner , so i always hezitate . would you recommend to a viszla in this case ?
thank you
Hello Mr. Beinin. Thank you for inquiring. If I'm understanding your question, you work from 7:30 until 4:30 in the afternoon? If so, that's a standard eight hour day and if you get a Vizsla, I would recommend you get two instead of just one. These animals are really attached to their owners and really get stressed when they are separated from them. However, that does not mean that any Vizsla you get will be this way. That's just the way mine turned out. I'm going to make a video on separation anxiety and talk about how my dog is in that video. So, if you decide to go for it I'd get two. It will in a sense be less work because they'll keep each other entertained. Just make sure they get a minimum of 1 hour of running everyday. I hope this helps and keep the questions coming. :)
@@AllaboutVizslas OK thanks!
Hi lion! since it seems you are interested in getting one. my advise to you is: start by learning how to train a dog. learn all the steps needed to guide your dog to be a happy dog. potty training, create training, place training, sit, down, heal, recall, leave it are very important to learn. while you find a breeder for a puppy or a adoption. learning how to train yours even before getting one will help you a lot. as Vizslas are extremely energetic and bad training or not training could make this dogs very difficult to handle. for example my vizsla puppy cried so hard the first 5 days while in the create. covering all the create made her stop crying. after a month she goes into her create sleeps and snores. only cries and bark when she needs to go potty. she is 6 months now she goes into her create when I leave for work and comes out once I'm back. but this has helped prevent the separation anxiety from the get go. however I get up at 5:30 and train her, feed and exercise her for 1 hour and 30 minutes. I go out from 7:30 to 18:00 for work. once I'm back she gets more training, play and feeding time. I also have a treadmill for when weather is bad. or just to let her burn extra energy. create training is your best friend as my puppy managed to chew unplugged extension cords so better be safe than sorry. also there are other breeds that are amazing and medium to low energy. there reason I got my Vizsla is because she will be my riding companion (Mountain biking) so once she is 18 months she will join me for 12 miles rides every other day. so as long as you find a way to run a vizsla for 1 hour when is an adult some times 2 hours (judging by hoe much energy my puppy has) you should be good.
@@jonathanruiz5752 I could not agree more Jonathan!! If I had to do it all over again, I would've been more careful about the approach to take prior to adopting my Vizsla. My Vizsla was abused, so he came with an onset of problems. I didn't know anything about the breed prior to adopting. Boy oh boy what a learning curve these past five years has thrown me. However, I don't regret a single moment as it brought me so many internal blessings of growth, happiness, patience, perseverance, etc. I totally agree about the training part. Learn how to train first, then adopt. It prepares an owner to be equipped with the tools needed to handle a Vizsla! Thanks for the comments and keep them coming everybody!!
@@AllaboutVizslas yeah. I didn't fully prepare my self for mine. I saw them and I was like I like that breed. but I had 3 dogs so I couldn't get another. my big dog passed away October 2019 and oddly enough someone was selling puppies in November so I went and picked one. I missed so many opportunities to prevent bad behaviors but with all this Covid- i'm making sure to address most of them. still learning how to raise my puppy but considering i'm not a trainer. I know the result are going to be slower but i'm confident she will be back to where she needs to be. if there is one training I would recommend is heel work as is the fundation to comunicate with your dog. a good healwork will challenge your vizsla to learn to see you as a leader. I can't have her jumping on people or kids, pulling because she saw a squarell or a bird. you can see my dog on instagram. her account is @velladventurs in case you want to see her or follow her on her jurney
I have to say, you have done a lovely job of training your Vizsla. In reality, their need to "be on you" is not an attribute, in my opinion. Typically, the Vizsla's "velcro" personality is a reflection of that volatility. You forgot to mention that this breed was developed for centuries to hunt. Hence, they have a need for a certain level of exercise. If they are not hunted, you have to deal with many of those "other aspects" of the Vizsla. In the least, you have to displace the hunting with a healthy regimen of physical AND mental stimulation. Their good looks has been their nemesis, not unlike other other attractive sporting breeds such as the Golden retriever, the Weimaraner and the Irish setter, to name a few. It brings to light this one question: How any distinct dog breeds are there in total, roughly?
Aw, thank you. So true on their development history with hunting. Most of my stuff is in storage at the moment but I do plan on making a series on the history. I'm looking forward to it for sure!! I appreciate the comment very much. Please stay tuned for more to come. :)
@@AllaboutVizslas Excellent!
Well my dear, what someone expect? I love a Labrador too, but a Vizsla is the perfect dog for me. I want to be his very best friend, care for him, and he is perfect. High energy means also he may motivate me, we are going to become very very happy together, I will care for him like for my eyes. I want him to be my shadow!
Well, you'll definitely get a second shadow. This breed will stick to you like glue, following you from room to room. Your solitude time in the bathroom...kiss that goodbye. LOL
You will never get to sit anywhere, sleep anywhere, or go to the bathroom by yourself ever again. You will have to take them for a walk and cater to their needs before you do anything for yourself...or you may pay the price. You will invest in a lot of dogbeds and blankets because they get cold easily. You will spend a ridiculous amount money on them if they get sick because they are worth every penny.
All very very true. :)
Hi. Our COVID Vizsla puppy, Penny is 8 mos old....she’s all the things you experienced except not much of a talker or even barker. Did that happen at a later age pls?
Not much of a talker eh? Hmmm....well, mine is very very vocal. I adopted him when he was 1 year old. I'm sure your pup will grow into it's voice. Don't worry. The breed is extremely vocal.
This is obviously your favorite breed. You said in your video you have owned other dog breeds. What others did you have that have now been surpassed by your Vizsla?
Indeed it is. I fell in love with the Vizsla. They're like humans but with fur. Lol. I've owned shih tzu, dachsunds, Chinese Sharpei, and Chihuahuas. All very good dogs but Vizslas have a very distinct character and personality.
@@AllaboutVizslas Cool. They sound like great companions and hiking buddies.
@@sleddog8 They are hunting dogs.
Hi, really thinking of getting a Viszla. I had a mixed breed dog a Cross between a Golden doodle and a Border Collie Sheepdog. I had her for over two years. Very energetic and loved her long walks and runs.. So I'm looking at the Viszla as I miss the long walks and running around the fields. Are this type of dog OK to be left alone for a maximum of 6hrs a day. This would only be every second week with myself and my wife both working. The dog would get at least 2 hrs exercise in the evening like my previous dog did and long walks at the weekend. So any advice greatly appreciated. Are they barkers and destructive if left alone for too long. Sorry for the long story. Just want to make the right choice. Thanks Regards Barry
Hello and excellent question!! Honestly, this breed doesn't do well with being left alone. They are called velcro dogs because they want to be with their owners...24/7. Lol...however, if you adopt a Vizsla and give them good exercise and training, then leaving them alone for six hours shouldn't be a huge problem. This breed is very prone to separation anxiety though...so, I'm just being honest about that. If you haven't seen my first video "Should I buy a Vizsla" stop on over and give it a gander. Please feel free to ask me any questions. Thank you for your support. :)
I would suggest to have your Viszla at a doggie day care and not leave them alone for 6 hrs.
Can you travel (2 weeks away) without the dog ever? Or is that too much anxiety for the breed??
I'm sure there are Vizsla's that don't have separation anxiety. My friend has one and she's perfectly fine when her owner needs to leave. Unfortunately, Mine is not one of those. I can't really leave my dog because he gave himself an ulcer his anxiety is so bad. Only in an emergency situation would I put him through that. So, I have to make sure if I do need to travel only my family member he's most comfortable with is there to take care of him. This is not the situation with every Vizsla out there though.
My V loved car rides and I did fly across country with her and take her on a couple of long road trips. If possible , take yours along
My wife and I love the breed, but we can't find a breeder within 300 miles who will have puppies within the next year. I guess we'll have to look at other similar breeds?
Are you willing to adopt a rescue? Check into your local seeing eye dog facilities. I adopted mine from the Pilot dog program. He was 1 when I got him and had the basic obedience already done.
My V mix is a RESCUE!!! and she has V qualities, smaller and even more beautiful face and eyes than a purebred. Search the rescues
Thank you for the video. Quick question, of there are more than one familiemember, will he pick one leader or is every member the same „rank“?
It's been my experience that they will bond with 1 person. Not to say they aren't a family dog but my experience is they will have a "favorite" family member they usually cling to the most. This may not be the case for every Vizsla family though.
What a cutie. My girl Isis just passed away a few months ago.
Aw, thank you. I'm so sorry to hear about your sweet heart passing away. Do stay tuned in on my channel and feel free to provide any advice you think would be helpful to my subscribers. :)
I love my vizsla but I would never suggest to anyone to get one.
I totally understand. They are most definitely a high maintenance breed. Extremely active, emotional, etc. They require a ton of patience and love.
People often forget that vizslas are hunting
dogs.
We where about to get one, But it turned out to be a Scammer! Thankfully we figured it out before they got our money. Would you point us in the direction of good breeder ? Thanks !
I'm glad you were able to avoid the scam. I'd check for Vizsla rescues in your state. Many times people adopt this breed underestimating the maintenance and end up giving them to local shelters. Check this link out and see if the contact may direct you in a good direction: www.vcaweb.org/rescue/contacts.shtml
@@AllaboutVizslas Thank You, We'll sure look into that....And see where it goes
My puppy comes in 4 weeks (i'm in the Netherlands) why do US Vizslas have 'semi docked' tails?
Hello Jocelyn! Tail docking is a hot topic among the Vizsla community. My understanding as to why it is done is to protect the Vizsla from doing damage. For instance, my friend owns two Vizslas and was explaining that when he asked why his dogs had their tails docked, the breeder explained that the tail could break if it whipped against something hard. It (the tail) doesn't have enough tissue to protect it from breaks. I will do more research on this and make a video on it! Thanks for the idea and the question. :)
Docking was originally done for aesthetics as it is with Dobermans/Bulldogs ect. It's extremely bad to do especially for highly athletic breeds like Vizslas, it's an intricate part of their balancing mechanism. DalmatiansRidgebacks are very similar in body type including the tail, ask yourself why are their tails never docked? The reason is because it's not part of their "look" traditionally.
Breeders now use the excuse it's to protect them from harm just to justify it. I'm not some kind of animal rights activist or anything, I just think it's illogical to remove something that helps your doggo balance better
All so very correct. I don't believe it is done anymore. I made a video on tail docking. I made the mistake of constantly calling it cropping so...please put that mistake aside if you decide to watch it.
Hello there.
Thank you for your videos.
Wanted to ask you if you are able to refer me to a reputable vizsla breeder. I live in Hawaii and would love to have a vizsla as part of our family but there is not breeder here. So, im trying to find a reputable breeder. I will plan to fly and get the puppy. Thank you.
Hmmmm...well, i don't know any personally. I adopted mine from the Pilot Dogs Inc. in Columbus, Ohio for $150 bucks. I did find some information regarding AKC Vizsla information. It provides some reputable breeder information. Try this link www.akc.org/dog-breeds/vizsla/. Please let me know if you find one. :)
@@AllaboutVizslas thank you so much.
NO! and YES!!! I have had MANY dogs. They ARE my children. I have a rescued V mix, more beautiful that purebred ones, which are adoeable. Yes to Vs. No to “ buy” ADOPT!!!!!
My girl is amazing in soooo many ways and a cuddle bug. What a best buddy! She is leader of pack of 4. My others are shelties.
Thanks for sharing!! I always think adoption is the best route. Lot's of dogs need loving homes. Thank you for your comment.
How old is he here?
Great video :)
He is 5 and getting ready to have a birthday in June :)
Hello there! Thank you first of all for the video...
I wanted to know if this dog will be a good watchdog at night in the house? In other words, will it bark to inform you that there is something wrong or someone outside the door?
I don't need him to defend me but rather to wake me up. Will it do that, what about yours?
Yes! Vizslas are very very verbal dogs. They love to communicate! They are excellent dogs to alert you when someone is approaching as they are very protective and loyal companions.
@@AllaboutVizslas thank you
@@okakosolykos to give you an idea. if you move a box or move some furniture. they will notice it and bark. they run fast explore and they know whats inside your house, your back yard, anything is that looks different they will let you know. they nose is so good they can spot a rat just by smell 50 ft away so they can pick a scent that is not not common in your house/backyard and will let you know.
@@jonathanruiz5752 This is perfect because I live in the mountains and it is quite cold at night.
I will therefore have to keep him inside and won't be able to put the alarm motion detector on, so I will need him to wake me up if there is a break in...I have already been a victim of a robbery in the past and if something happens again, I want to be awake you know...I don't need him to protect me, but I really need him to bark and wake me up...According to what you're telling me, he will fit the bill. Right?
@@okakosolykos her create is in front of a glass sliding door then there is a patio. In the patio I have a grill. I used the grill while she was in the yard playing and I left the charcoal bag in the middle of the patio. When she came inside the house and took a little nap she started to growl and bark. Because a new item was in place. I think they could be good Alarm dogs just like chihuahuas. Also training her with some drills could ensure he is more alert. Not sure where you live but if it was me. I lived in the mountains And I can only get one dog. For the purpose of security I would consider a Cane Corso. You can watch some of the @Jayson Corey videos. Vizsla is a very smart dog and could be trained easily. I think he would do a good job with some training.
you should always rescue, not buy a dog from a breeder. there are literally millions of deserving dogs in shelters today. we adopted our vizsla from the shelter. She is truly a gem.
I'm all for adoption. I adopted mine from a program in Columbus, Ohio. :)
@@AllaboutVizslas YAY so happy to hear this!!!
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@@AllaboutVizslas Good day!
Why buy? Adopt is much better!!!
I always support adoption first. There are plenty of good Vizslas that need loving homes. For sure!!
EXACTLY!!! I have had several stray dogs of different breeds. My V mix is a RESCUE from an animal shelter .I found her in FaceBook.
Great video!! (but theres something in your nose. ) Im sorry.
My nostrils are totally huge in this video. Lol I had to learn a better angle on my next couple videos. Sighhh the learning curve with filming yourself is not as easy as I thought. :)