Vizsla Puppies Blog

Vizsla health issues and how to prevent them

Big Dog — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:02:41 +0000

Vizsla is a generally healthy dog breed that possesses great energy and known to live long. Despite these, there are a number of health issues that are known to afflict them. Many of these issues are hereditary by nature so it is better to get a genetic health certification of the Vizsla before purchasing or adopting one. Here is a list of health concerns that your dog may encounter and how to treat and prevent them:

Hip dysplasia

This is a condition where the head of the femur gets dislocated from the socket of the hip and is common in large dogs. This results in difficulty in walking and pain for your Vizsla. Prevention of this would be to avoid your dog from being obese or overweight. Increase in its size would cause added pressure to the hips, initiating or aggravating the condition. Diet should NOT be high in carbohydrates and fat. Regular exercise such as brisk walks would help in using up stored calories.

Canine Epilepsy

Like in humans, Vizsla who has this condition exhibits sudden seizures and are acquired through heredity. Research suggests that preservatives (i.e. ethoxyquin, BHT, BHA) contribute to seizures so it is best to check the dog food for any. Chemical pollutants such as floor cleaners also are thought to cause this too. It is best to keep a journal of events that happened prior to an episode and avoid those in the future. If a seizure does occur, avoid moving the dog and remove any obstruction in the area.

Sebaceous Adenitis

This is a skin disease where the sebaceous gland (responsible for producing oil located in the hair follicle) gets inflamed. Treatment would be bathing the Vizsla with mineral oils and antibiotic shampoos. Some finding say that supplementing with sunflower oil, fish oil and vitamin A would be beneficial but must be consulted with a veterinarian first.

The most famous Vizsla

Big Dog — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:56:32 +0000

The most famous appearance of this breed was in the movie Vizslas a go-go: Rosco, Daisy, and Lulu in motion. This film is portrayed as a documentary and shows what it is like to own a Vizsla. This video is not about hunting with the dogs or preparing them for shows, rather a guide to the successful ownership of Vizslas. We can see how to train this breed in order to be a good family pet.

The owners share their good or bad experiences they have had with the dogs, so that we can learn from it and avoid mistakes they have made. It is also shown how to communicate with the dogs effectively and how to take care of their needs properly. If you have a Vizsla or if you love this breed, you will find this movie very interesting and useful.

We can see in this movie that Vizslas are great companions and they have a very easygoing and friendly nature. The coat of the Vizsla is short so it requires minimal care, weekly brushing is advised. This breed prefers warm weather.

Do you know any other famous Vizsla dogs? Post a comment with your story!

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D Dog Fan — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:38:05 +0000

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Is a Vizsla a good choice for me?

Big Dog — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:09:09 +0000

If you would like to have an excellent companion that has an easygoing nature and is very lively, friendly and eager to learn, then the Vizsla is the best breed for you. These dogs can easily become excellent watchdogs or guardians, as they are brave, courageous and will start barking if something unusual is happening in the house. The Vizsla likes children, especially the older, considerate kids, and they can also get on well with other dogs and cats in the family if they are raised together. They require almost constant activity, so a large, fenced yard is a must for them. Therefore they are not recommended for apartment living.

The coat of the Vizsla is short, dense and either smooth or wired. It is advised to brush the coat weekly, although it requires minimal care. They are prone to health issues like hip dysplasia and canine epilepsy. The breed does not like cold weather.

Training of the Vizsla is easy as they are clever and are eager to learn new things, but they tend to be dominant, so the trainer must be patient, consistent and firm. Early obedience training and socialization is recommended for the breed.

All in all, the Vizsla is suitable for families who will provide the dog love, many exercise and daily playing sessions or walks to keep them happy and healthy.

I hope these few sentences will be able to help you decide whether the Vizsla is the best breed for you and for your family.

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Big Dog — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:58:26 +0000

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Cute Vizsla Puppy

Big Dog — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:15:34 +0000

The best adjectives to describe a Vizsla

Big Dog — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:20:19 +0000

Affectionate, Loving, Energetic, Intelligent …

What do you think? Feel free to leave coments.

Tiny Vizsla Pup

Big Dog — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 08:30:34 +0000

Let me go. Please. NOW.

Source: OLX

Are Vizsla dogs hypoallergenic?

Big Dog — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 08:52:21 +0000

No, they aren’t. Many would think that shorter-haired dogs are more likely to be hypoallergenic, but this statement is false. What we are actually allergic to is not the fur; they are the proteins found in the saliva and dander. So it is more likely, that those breeds which shed more are more allergenic. But this is not only thing responsible, the protein expression level counts a lot too. So one thing to protect ourselves a bit from allergies is to give a bath more often.
Check out this list of hypoallergenic breeds:

Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise – recommended by AKC to allergy sufferers
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Kerry Blue Terrier
Maltese
Poodles
Portuguese Water Dog
Schnauzers
Soft Coated
Wheaten Terrier
Xoloitzcuintli

The list is mostly based on the level of dander that the dog produces.

Prepare your Vizsla for the baby’s arrival!

Big Dog — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:53:07 +0000

We all know that the arrival of a baby in the family can cause several undesired consequences in the life of the dog. But only if we don’t prevent it! If we take steps to avoid the conflicts in advance, there should be no problem. The key is to prepare our dogs for the baby’s arrival.

Preparing Fido is a way to help it: the package includes a CD with 45 minutes of baby sound and free training tips from The Humane Society of the U.S.