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Michael? Vick? They will get you in the same amount of trouble as the Pitbulls did!!
My major concerns would be:
Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation. Vizslas MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored — which they usually express by barking and destructive chewing. Bored Vizslas are famous for chewing through drywall, ripping the stuffing out of sofas, and turning your yard into a moonscape of giant craters.
If you simply want a pet for your family, and don’t have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking, or to get involved in hunting, or advanced obedience, or tracking, or agility (obstacle course), or a similar canine activity, I do not recommend this breed. Trying to suppress their hardwired desire to run and work, without providing alternate outlets for their high energy level, can be difficult.
Bounciness. Young Vizslas (up to about two years old) romp and jump with great vigor, and things can go flying, including people.
If you have small children, or if you or anyone who lives with you is elderly or infirm, I do not recommend Vizsla puppies. The temptation to bounce is just too strong in many young Vizslas.
Separation anxiety. More than most other breeds, Vizslas need a great deal of companionship and do not like being left alone for more than a few hours. They tend to express their unhappiness through destructive chewing and barking. If you work all day, this is not the breed for you.
Providing enough socialization. Vizslas need extensive exposure to people and to unusual sights and sounds. Otherwise their natural caution can become shyness or suspiciousness, which are difficult to live with.
Mind of their own. Vizslas are not Golden Retrievers. The best Vizslas are versatile working dogs, capable of learning a great deal, but they have an independent mind of their own, can be stubborn, and are easily distracted by exciting sights, scents, and sounds. You must show them, through absolute consistency and great patience, that you mean what you say and that they must pay attention to you.
Shedding. For such a shorthaired dog, Vizslas shed more than you might think. Their short coarse hairs come off on your hands when you pet them, and stick tenaciously to your clothing, upholstery, and carpeting.
Housebreaking. The pointing breeds can be a bit slow to pick this up. Expect several months of consistent crate training.
Health problems. Seizures and epilepsy are major problems, along with hip and eye disorders, bleeding disorders, skin diseases, and cancer
well vizsla’s are cool,adorable,smart,fast,hyper,energetic,family dogs they need attention but they are good dogs. well u jhst feed him according to their weight and size they love playing in water, long walks and lots of love my dog is a year old vizsla he is one spoiled dog and i love him get a vizusla ur gonna love them.
Personal expereince:
I can tell you that I saw one at the dog park and he/she was very hyper/too hyper, acting crazy running around taunting other dogs and being kind of aggressive. I talked to the owner a bit and she seemed to act like this was normal for the breed. It wasn’t the worst dog ever and I know that all dogs are different but after seeing that one, I would not personally get a Vizsla.
Adopt from the Shelter anyway! Shelter dogs make the best pets. I have 4 shelter dogs and I would not trade them for the world.
Michael, I like the look of a vizsla. They are so cute.
My husband and I recently got a Vizsla and he is the sweetest, most loving, fun dog. We have a chocolate lab and were looking into a companion for her. He is perfect. He plays with her all the time and they love each other so much. It also helps with the high energy that these dogs have…BOTH of them. They do get about a 2 mile walk every day and it is a must! Skillo (the Vizsla) is more attached to humans that other dogs and does get shy and a little nervous around dogs he does not know. We also have a problem with him “happy peeing” but we are hoping he will grow out of it. I think it has to do with being a little skidish around new people and dogs. He definitely gets very anxious and destructive when we leave him in his crate, so we are looking into other options. We have been lucky though, he does not chew on things he is not supposed, even if he is let loose in the house and we are not there. We do have a doggie door for them, which mean we can leave them loose in the house.
I recommed a Vizsal, only if you have time for it. They are very loving and again, NEED EXCERCISE every day!