the Adventure Vizsla Life
Thinking about adding a second dog? Here’s I went through the journey, thoughts and what I learned through the process with my second Vizsla. Things to Think About I had been wanting to add a second dog for the longest time, but I really wanted…
Do you hate your Vizsla? Think you made a mistake? Guess what? It’s one of my most searched Vizsla terms and it’s not uncommon. First, please ask your breeder for help and see if there are any genetic issues at play. Next, make sure your…
How to start, things to think about, and where to go! I love getting outdoors with my Vizslas and when it snows, we still head out. Cross country and backcountry skiing is a really fun way to keep dogs active with you during the winter…
Here’s a list of recall challenges from easy to hard. If you’re struggling with what to do next in your recall training, this might give you an idea about how to move forwards. Actively seek challenges after your dog has a reliable recall when it…
Never been camping with your dog? Here’s the basics to get you thinking! Planning/Before -set up a tent in your home, or your backyard, go inside with your dog, bring lots of treats, and hang out to get them comfortable-zip up and down the tent…
Just a little note that I’m not a trainer, a professional in any way, this just just my opinion. Everything I read about crate training 7 years ago told me to start crate training right away, from the day we brought out puppy home. Boy,…
Do you struggle with recalling your dog reliably when they’re off leash in a new area full of smells, people, dogs, and noises? Here’s a guide to what I found was helpful with my girls! 1. Start Recall Right Away2. Puppy Recall3. The Goal4. How…
Bourbon: what to expect from a high energy Vizsla puppy Here’s a diary of our first 5 months with Bourbon at home. It covers the flight home to our current situation. I’ve mentioned training, eating, chewing, hikes, dogs, distances, crates, and everything in-between. Vaccinations: Bourbon…
CKC junior field dog test The whole sport and world of pointing dogs, field trials, and bird hunting has confused me since I got a Vizsla. Growing up in the suburbs of Toronto with an immigrant family, we knew nothing of animals and hunting and…
learning what she’s bred for No, not that Birdman (great movie), this is the birdman that Whiskey LOVES. We are working to train Whiskey with birds (trying to get her to hold a point right now). Eric has been our very informative trainer and this…