re: Anyone own a Vizsla here? New Owner questions

not too long at all. was happy to read it. and would love to hear more.

stories. training recommendations. anything you got.
I'm not joking when i say we go to youtube and type "vizsla" and watch videos every afternoon. it's pitiful how anxious we are for Penny to get here.

Your family dogs sounds awesome. Which is what I'm really hoping for. I've heard nightmare stories here and there, but most folks love theirs. Any chance you could post some pics of yours? The girlfriend has experience with the breed. She had a family Vizsla from the age of 6 to 16. Tucker. He was already a few years old when they got him. Someone gave him away because he was going wild locked in a house all day. Once they got him, re-trained him, and were strict with him. He was amazing.

She is a school teacher. So in 7.5 weeks, when we get Penny. She'll almost be out for the next 3 months. I have confidence in her training and discipline because her greyhound is extremely well mannered and trained. Sit, lay, go to your bed, drink your water, stay, wait, and i swear she even pisses on command with "go potty now". Even if she has nothing in her bladder she will squat down and try. Hopefully that transfers over to the new puppy as well.

Our yard is 2500 square feet or so. So not huge, but it's pretty wide open and the greyhound is able to open it up when she "makes her laps". It's funny I'll throw the tennis ball once, she'll go get it, run towards me, then start making laps around the edge of the yard full speed whether i'm attempting to chase her or not. Some days she'll just do laps on her own, no particular reason why or anyone playing with her.

The yard is also enclosed with a full 7ft fence and gates. I'll probably get cement squares to put near the gate entrance to keep her from digging out. But we were planning on letting her stay outside when the weather is good. We have a nice patio and a outdoor bed for them. Problem is, the greyhound can only stay outside when the weather is perfect. 55-80 degrees. But Penny on the other hand shouldn't be a sensitive to the weather.


We are really excited.
We already went ahead and purchased everything she will need ahead of time. Kennel, toys, bed, collars, and from what i understand the best book on vizsla's there is to read. Versatile Vizsla


The breeder said the litter had no white on them, not a spec, and it was one the best looking litters any of her dogs have had. And her dogs are show dog quality. She plans to keep one of them herself. We passed the initial interview and are guaranteed a girl, but she gets to pick which one of the litter will go to us based on our and their personality. Strange, but her call i guess. There were 3 girls and 2 boys.

This is going to be a long 7.5 weeks.