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My first comment to that would be I always kind of feel the "high energy breed" comment is kind of a cop-out...yes if we are talking about a little ankle biting jack russell or something sure, but in my experience, most of the working bird dog breeds (vizsla, GSP, wirehaired pointers, brittany's, etc) all can be "high strung" to some degree, but most of it depends on environment. If you let a dog rule the roost from day one you are going to have problems.
Second comment would be with all that said, I am definitely partial to the Vizsla
I'd be lying if I said we didn't get some luck in just flat out getting a well behaved dog, but honestly I don't recall her ever being so high strung in the house per se that I felt I "needed to go run her to burn off some energy" or whatever. Regular walks to the park at night to play catch, throw a ball in the back yard, etc., nothing beyond normal for any other young dog or pup I would say.
As far as the hunting thing, if you were a hard core bird hunter that wanted nothing but a hard charging bird dog, I would not get a Vizsla as they are a little bit of a softer dog, but when you factor in they are just a family pet 9 months out of the year, I gladly took that trade off (mind you she was still a more than serviceable bird dog for the weekend hunter too)
On the training, I benefit from going hunting with a group that has other bird dogs so honestly, individually I worked on just your standard obedience at home (come, whoa, sit, heel, etc) but then most of the hunting is just instinctual and picked up in the field, especially if you hunt with other dogs.
Sorry for the novel and to derail this thread, but I would definitely recommend a Vizsla.
Good to know. I grew up doing some pheasant hunting with a chocolate Lab. She was an incredible bird dog, but Labs are flushers where if I'm correct Vizsla's are pointers, which I'm fine with. I would probably fall into the category of weekend hunter, so nothing too intense. I'm probably still a couple years out as I really don't care to deal with a dog in an apartment with no yard. Once I get a house I'll definitely get a dog, and I've had my mind set on a Vizsla for a couple years now. Just seems like an awesome medium sized breed, and I prefer working dogs where you can do activities like hunting with.
For me, the best part of pheasant hunting is the dog work and watching a bird dog lock up on point (as opposed to flush dog)
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A little doggie-style for the photo????
The No-Pic Wife and I did it doggie style this morning for Valentines Day......she rolled over and I begged.
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One of ours is like that too. 45 pounds and is convinced she’s a 5 pound lap dog.This is where she is not than likely to be found. Laying on my chest. This dog has no sense of personal space
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I think Murph is telling you that playoff basketball and hockey are on so why are we watching spring baseball?Murph helped with the mowing so earned some screen and fire time!
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Your dog is literally saying: "Torbee, I love you so, so much. You are the bestest person in the world."Chill weekend here.
come any closer and you will get licked
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Glad to see Joey is still getting to love life and visit. Hope everything has been working out for the best.Joey and Mosely stopped by for a visit this morning:
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Murphy can relax now that the power has come back and the tornadoes are gone.
Leather holding up well. Did you declaw him?
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Gazing out on a cold New Year's Day. She doesn't seem too impressed with 2025 so far
Joey and Mosley last night during the fireworks--Joey chilling and Mosley in a panic. (and yes, Joey has gotten big!)
We gave our dog “Quiet Moments” - available at most pet stores. Makes him snooze through everything.Joey and Mosley last night during the fireworks--Joey chilling and Mosley in a panic. (and yes, Joey has gotten big!)
