Vizsla

I had one. Fantastic dog. Breeders are weird. It's like interviewing for a job to get one. They love people like no other breed. Clean. No(or little) smell. Very little shedding.

I had mine trained, but rarely got a chance to hunt him. He did better with upland game than retrieving ducks.

Fantastic pets if, and only if, you have time for them. They need exercise and attention.

Pretty much my favorite breed. Will have another when the time is right.

Mine was never destructive...well, he did disconnect the air conditioner power supply a couple of times, but he got some sort of lonely barking thing when I was away too long. Really bothered the neighbors. I was single, and chasing tail. Bad idea to have a dog when out after work every day. I will never have another until i know I can devote the time they need and deserve.

I have two friends who have them. One is a great dog. The other one barks more than any other dog I have ever heard. It barks all the time. I mean, all the time. FYI.

An absolutely amazing breed. Have had one for 7 years now.

As for "little to no shedding" well, that's just a lie. They are a short hair breed and when the seasons chance, they shed pretty bad. I have dark hardwood floors and certain times of the year, we sweep every day.

While they love to be active, they do not really need 2 to 3 hours a day. That said, once they are ready... this is there time and they love to play, fetch and do anything. I have to say, when they run they are pure muscle in motion like a thoroughbred.

Ours has always been a pet, but when we are at my family's bay house, she knows what to do. As far a family goes, ours was almost 5 when we brought our newborn home and she immediately took to her and protected her. Two years later, my 2 year old can walk (and to an extent) control the Vizsla.

In regards to barking, they ONLY bark when in protective mode or as a warning. Period.

OBEY THE VIZSLA!! LINK

Tell it to my Welsh Terrier. If we do not pluck her, the hair never comes out. You can search my house for a dog hair any time you like.

Trained one for hunting for a fellow. Wasnt impressed. Had a great nose though. Dog was very ADD. Wasn't smart enough for hand signals. I've seen a couple at hunt tests and started/beginner level was all they could handle. They like to point and flush though so if you upland hunt you'd be good. If you want a "hybrid" type dog (pet,retriever,pointer) look at a German Shorthair, or a Boykin Spaniel. Good little water dogs, good upland dogs, love retrieving, and good inside dogs.

Probably that particular dog more than anything. That being said, they are not as stubborn or hard headed like Labs, Chessies, or Spaniels. A lab will take an arse beating and do the exact same thing not 45 seconds later. Most successful Vizsla handlers stray from those types of methods. I'm not saying you are not an excellent trainer, please don't take this as criticism. Most handlers/trainers of this breed warned me of this, because they knew I grew up hunting labs my entire life. FWIW, This breed was all but eradicated when Hitler went through Hungary and Eastern Europe, as the dog was often the sign of wealth or royalty for those who could afford hunt for sport of game. Some say less than 150 remained by the end of WWII. As such, breeders have been careful to track bloodlines trying to control the "puppy mills" and the genetic issues those operations can create as the breed and it's 's popularity are reestablished.

I have three, one from Louisville, Ky., a rescue from Tampa, Fl., and our most recent from West Texas. All take to water retrieves very well, but you have to be careful in super cold conditions as their coats are not as thick or able to repel water like Labs.

If you are really interested, contact the SLVC, and ask for either Adele or Maria. They not only will help you determine if the Breed is what you want, but also will put you in touch with a breeder fitting your anticipated needs.


Zydeco @ 5 1/2 weeks on point



Bourre' @ 4 years


If you're having trouble locating a pup, I can help you with that as well. Good Luck

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I have yet to see a lab, golden or chessie have the nose of any of the pointing breeds.

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I describe it as this.... "When we drive by a Burger King, we smell the patties being flame broiled. If Zydeco and Bourre are in the truck with me, they smell the pickles and mustard!"

Neupert Farm is a beautiful place, and the members are top notch. Maria, Adele and Eddie are wonderful people. They're the ones that encouraged me to convert. Congrats.

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, I'd like to have an Irish setter. I've always loved those dogs.

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One of the most beautiful working dogs you will ever find. What's the saying about attractive women..... Looks don't always equate to brains..