Don't Get A Vizsla

[@cerebralparasite9238]

We only adopt senior dogs from the shelter, so we go through that heartache pretty often. The hurt is worth it because it means so much to them. Owning a dog isn't about us, it's about them.

[@jonathonhunt935]

I’m glad to hear of your selfless approach to adoption, you have a great attitude. It’s not about us but about the relationship that develops with commitment, patience and living an interesting life together. ❤

[@kityfitz]

Yes, yes and yes again. Not many people get it - the human race has created the problems but rarely wants to do the right thing.

[@ac1646]

😭😭Yes.

[@emilykicielinski5521]

We do the same. They are the BEST dogs❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mgoncalves5596]

Seniors are the best! ❤❤❤

[@paulakelley4845]

We had a Vizsla, Charlie, for 12 years. He was the worst dog EVER. We miss him every day.

[@TheJaniceJoy]

💔

[@veganvocalist4782]

😂Awwwww darlin 🥰

[@estelleandjason]

I completely understand. I had Daisey. Despicable. I miss her too!😢❤

[@Crow5853]

It’s hard not to love those beautiful knuckleheads.

[@MelolonthaMelon]

I can relate

[@blueraven2345]

You’ve done a great service to the breed here by letting people know exactly what they will be in for, so hopefully they can avoid bringing the wrong dog home. I wish every dog had such dedicated guardians.

[@ajwehrig7068]

Same thing with the Catahoula breed. Too many people getting them, and then they end up in a shelter because they can't handle their energy level. Terrible tragidies, just because people don't do their research on energy level and outlet requirements before getting a specific type of dog because they are beautiful.

[@tonyw1w1w14]

I lost my Vizsla ten years ago to cancer and it still hurts, he got me through my bi-polar and gave me something to live for at the lowest time of my life. Only people who have owned them will understand the the bond Vizsla's have with their owners, the affection they show is incredible. I have a rescue dog now because I moved to Thailand and felt it best to try and save one of the millions of street dogs that live here, but I wish I could get another Vizsla.

[@jeffrichardson6366]

I have a 10 year old visa. I would have killed myself if I didn't have him. I'm good now . Not real Really. I'm at the end.

[@myhounddog]

Im so glad you are raising awareness on the level of drive many breeds have. Too many people buy dogs to sit at home as furniture

[@kimberlyking8131]

Watching this video was like revisiting with my beautiful Ruby, a Vizla mix adopted from my local shelter. She even had a similar red rain coat. At 3 years old, I was her 3rd home. In her 2nd home it was reported she was abused by a teenage boy. She was terrified of teenage boys and men. It took three years for her to get her confidence back and actually became very fond of a couple of neighbors who were men. She got most improved in obedience class and came in a close second overall to a dog who had been through several courses. When she was 8 I lost her to T-cell Lymphoma. It's been 4 years and I still miss our 4 hour daily walks, her joy at running so fast she becomes blurry. My velcro dog. My Ruby.

[@kristinescutaro8179]

♡

[@julietwotrees5665]

I feel your pain. My malinois Ruby passed two years ago and I still miss her so very much. Her sister is still with me thankfully but I think of Ruby daily. Sigh.

[@cherylbulleid7091]

Any canine friend stories, always chokes. Me up. I've spent my life with animals as friends. Traded humans in. No sense describing that. Most pure, unconditional love. Doesn't say much for human race tho, sorry.

[@junepearl7993]

It’s so hard to lose them. I hope your memories of her are a blessing.

[@euphoniahale5181]

I had a vizla mix also. Got him as an older dog. He was such a loving dog and loved living as a pack with our other two dogs. Calling them a Velcro dog is spot on. Miss him.

[@QF2653]

Vizslas really inhabit your heart. So much so that when ours passed we cried everyday for 18 months in mourning. We put a $ 500 deposit on a doodle, and a Vizsla breeder called us and said I have one left and he is lonely, we drove 500 miles to pick him up and relinquished our deposit on the doodle. It was worth it. Now we are a happy family again, although we still miss the Vizsla that passed.

[@cm1133]

I had to have my 13 year old GSP euthanized back in February. I still get teary eyed any time I start talking about her. I miss her so much. I am getting a Vizsla this week. I was looking for another GSP when I found a Vizsla litter. Having had a GSP, I am fully aware of the needs and requirements necessary to own a Vizsla. The two breeds are rather similar in nature and personalities.

[@bethmiscia8297]

Vizslas are very trainable. They will heel. No pulling. We grew up with 3 boys from the same breeder and sire and bitch. Best dogs ever! High energy isn’t an exaggeration. They think they are human. No treats ever were used to train our puppies. They would walk themselves in the morning around our property. 1 acre. They never strayed. No crates used either. They slept on the sofa and my bed at night. I miss them! They followed me everywhere! I mean everywhere. We didn’t have many choices for dog food in the 70’s 80’s & 90’s. Our dogs eat what we gave them. Not picky at all.

[@kirstenlewis1970]

Thank you so much for this video. My godmother and her family escaped Hungary during the 1950s and they smuggled Vizsla puppies across the border under their coats (they walked miles and miles). I grew up with several. Your story about Homer perfectly describes what it's like to have a Vizsla. I hope that I can have one again sometime soon. Much love.

[@MaryAnnMcKinney-p8t]

God bless you godmother and family for preserving this most noble breed.

[@123keepitsimple97]

Vizslas are so affectionate. I'm 47 years old & Henry is my 1st dog, as an adult. I never had a friend like Henry. He is with out a doubt the coolest. My dog goes to work with me, he sleeps with me & goes on hikes with me everyday. We give each other a such purpose 😎 🙂❤ My 3 phases with Henry: 😀 1st ~ The puppy honeymoon stage. 2nd ~ The frustration stage, learning how to train & live with a dog. 3rd ~ I love him with all my heart & I couldn't imagine life without him 🐕 😍

[@ckwon23]

Yep, I had very similar experience as you. My first dog and was over 40. The second phase was a killer. Took good 18-24 months to calm down enough. Best friend ever. Passed away too soon. Still miss him most days.

[@123keepitsimple97]

@@ckwon23 I appreciate you sharing that. Sorry for your loss 😔. As it's been said before the hardest part of owning a dog is the fact that they leave too soon. Do you have another dog now?

[@christinearmington]

My Chaucer boy was abandoned by someone who gave up in phase 2. Their loss because he’s been perfect for the 11 years I’ve had him. ❤️🍀🥰

[@123keepitsimple97]

@@christinearmington 🐕❤️ That's wonderful that you were able to give your doggie a happy life ❤️❤️

[@kevincody8391]

phase 4 = they know what you want and need. and You know what they want and need. unspoken, Understood.

[@janmarchand7294]

Beautiful Homer and his very conscientious owners. This was a pleasure to watch because so many people don't understand a dog's breed at all. Working dogs are meant to work, hunting dogs are meant to hunt, and if they do neither it's the training that helps them adapt to family life. Kudos to ya'll for understanding the needs of your dog.

[@kevincody8391]

beyond lap dogs, bright and energetic dogs have a purpose that needs a mission. to some degree you can do relieve w exercise, tossing a tennis ball or frisbee, even w a herding dog, not a retriever. they'll not only find an outlet, they'll invent one. Had a rescue Doberman who'd herd cattle. Hated a bath but if he saw a muskrat in an irrigation ditch, bang zoom. One of my greatest privileges in life was taking a dog to where it was naturally suited for, a bird dog on the edge of a military reservation, teeming w wildlife. it was beautiful to watch and witness, nature in harmony.

[@janmarchand7294]

@@kevincody8391 I had large dogs that followed me on horseback and we'd have a great time. Now, being 62 I have the sweetest and happiest Dachshund you'd ever want to meet. I loved watching your video of the beautiful Homer and seeing how smart he is and the obvious bond ya'll have. He couldn't have a better owner then ya'll.

[@lindagreenfield3284]

Lovely video! I have had Vizslas for more than 50 years, many Champions including a 7 x Best In Show one. Now at 74 years old I have 3 . Most of all they are my companions and mean more to me than a Blue ribbon. A great breed that never stops giving and the Lord Willing l will always have them. Linda, Colt, Logan and Bailey. God Bless.

[@martinmcdonald4207]

And God Bless You for your kindness and love for your wonderful lucky Vizsla`s. Godspeed to you Linda.

[@charlottegunning1548]

I pray you have a back up plan in place.....you know-" in the case of my death..."? God bless you n Many more happy years to you all.❤🙏🏻🐾🤗

[@paintedwarrior516]

I had a male and female Vizsla as a young kid. Both went through obedience training and field trials. Wonderful dogs... athletic, driven, great hunters, awesome family dog. I took them rabbit hunting, came home with two rabbits and never fired a shot, it was unreal watching them hunt

[@danielprout8987]

A tired dog is a good dog.

[@toddylu6869]

This is one of the best videos I have seen that truly represents the time and effort in owning an energetic breed. When my husband retired from the Fire Dept. He wanted a giant breed. We had a 13 yr old Jack Russell Terrier (female) at the time and no children. Both in our 50s. He researched breeds on the Net. He wanted a large, less energetic giant. We live in Mississippi. Burnese Mountain Dog, Newfoundland, St. Bernard we thought would not do well in the heat. Great Dane seemed too energetic. He wanted an Irish Wolfhound. Saxon came into our lives 4 years ago from the best breeder in the USA. They live in Pennsylvania and did extensive interviews with us and received pics of our home including the back yard with a 6 foot privacy fence. That is a must for an IW. Hubby would be in the home most days and they did not want the puppy to be crated all day...check. We have a neighborhood with sidewalks...check. We had the income to support the larger vet bills, Premium dog food ( 34 lb bag, $70, every 2 weeks) Cosequin ( 3 tabs daily)...check. They are the largest sight hound in the World. We knew that. Males can be 36" at the withers and 160 pounds easy....we knew that. Like you said, it was the stuff we didn't know that gave us the worst first year. We purchased a 2019 minivan after the old one we bought lost a/c. It is the only car he comfortably fits in and he hates riding in it. In fact, he has never really liked riding in a car....even the first day we picked him up. He still hates the new van. When we got him he was beautiful and healthy, 12 weeks old and 42 pounds. Now 180 pounds and 37 inches at the withers, with a neck and head. The power of this dog is unbelievable. The majesty of the this dog makes him my spirit animal. But I will tell you honestly it has been difficult. We can't really excerise him 4 months of the year because of our heat and humidity. He needs to be groomed (brushed) once or twice a week. The mobile vet comes to our home because he does not like to ride...and when 180 pounds tells you it is getting out of the car...he gets out of the car. He has insurance and even then the vet bills are 3x what a normal bill is due to the cost of shots and preventative meds. We have done absolutely everything in our power to give him the life he deserves. There are days that I just look at him and wonder...what the hell were we thinking...LOL. They are a hardy bread with a double wire coat that beads up in rain...It is the most interesting coat and stays dry in harsh weather. There are usually 3 very cold windy days in Mississippi...he stands in our back yard...looking West and I can picture him on an Irish Moor next to a Roman soldier. You are so very right, it has been very difficult for the two of us getting him here. The cost, the home modifications, the time on walks, training class, the van, the behavorist who tried to help us get him the van. The prep work we have in place to evacuate with him during a hurricane, living on the Gulf Coast. We have never had a dog that either of us have had to work so hard for. If I were 25, I would have at least 10 acres and 4 of them. They do well in packs. But he is happy, I think, loves our home and us. We love him. Our sweet Jack Russell left us back in Dec after 16.5 years of love and devotion. Saxon is the dog he is today because of her tenacious personality, at 12 pounds, to keep him in check. I get stopped at least 5 times on walks to ask me about him since he is the largest dog anyone in our community has ever seen. Like ridiculously large. We both are ambassadors for the breed like you and hope only those only folks willing to put in the time and effort get one. Thanks for letting me post this in the off chance someone wanting a larger breed reads it. I would tell them...watch this video twice and multiply it 3 times. LOL

[@icitlalistardust9060]

My IWH girl is three years old. The first year, she grew in height, the second year she grew muscle… and eventually, this third year, her brain started working…. now, she an angel, affectionate and calm… even if she can resist running after any game crossing the fields that surround my house.

[@ellecampbell3271]

My husband has always wanted an Irish Wolfhound so I got him a pup for his birthday. We added a female to the family and a lifetime love affair ensued. Titus and Eiran were our best friends and family ever. Magnificent and lovely companions who also run the place. The deep bark is like a roar of a lion. I miss them both. My husband passed this Friday. He didn’t wake up. Memories sustain us through the dark times.

[@MissyQ12345]

Toddy, one word: paragraphs. I can't read what you wrote.

[@JamieM470]

@@MissyQ12345 It's a great post, but you're right, it is a wall of text. I enjoyed reading it but had to use my cursor to do so. @Toddy if you read this, I think you're awesome! But please have some mercy for folks who like to read your stuff lol.

[@maggiegoossens1894]

My daughter had an Irish too who sadly died of cancer at 6. He was indeed as they are called: a gentle giant❤️! He was the sweetest dog ever and all he wanted to do is sit in your lap. Only his butt would fit though.🙄😂❤️ Even I miss that sweetheart enormously.

[@peggynulsen1365]

Outstanding video. What a gorgeous dog is Homer. I'm sorry for the premature death of your other dog. I personally know that pain. It sucks. But you did right...turn your grief into joy and love....get a new dog, puppy, rescue, special needs, doesn't matter, just give another dog your heart. May Homer live a long and happy life.

[@cynhanrahan4012]

As a retired dog trainer, I am absolutely thrilled to see your dedication to training, and your commitment to it. I love vizlas, I've had sporting dogs most of my life and they tend to be biddable, and have great humor. You are absolutely right about the energy and drive to work born into them. I hope people see this and understand the work you have put into Homer. Smart does not mean they come to the home trained and understanding human speech. And if the dog doesn't obey, "listen", does not mean the dog is dumb. Generally that means the human is the one at fault. Well done, Homer's family.

[@judithpharo8073]

You nailed it!! We have been owned by 5 Vizsla over 25 years. Your video should be mandatory for anyone considering sharing their life with a pink eraser nose. My husband and all my Vizslas are gone now. I rescue little rug rags who I dearly love, your video brought tears of love. Thank you

[@coyotesayswhat]

LD's nickname was Peach nose flannel faced love dog

[@nikael775]

My vizsla just passed away a few weeks ago and this video made me very emotional… I really miss him he had been with me for the majority of my life. Whenever we walked through the fields he always quartered phasants

[@BackDraftBikes]

Very nice video! You are spot on with many of your thoughts. Our last lab died from cancer early, it took us 2 years to recover. I also fell into a vizsla puppy, and I couldn't be happier. What a good dog!! Thank you for sharing your story!

[@buckbenelli8]

Why am I crying? I don’t know how many years I have left, but I will have a dog or two by my side till the end. You are lucky to have Homer in your life.

[@sofia-wb4xf]

This video brought me to tears. I just put my 11 year old Vizsla to sleep last night. He had been battling osteosarcoma silently for some time and he was suffering too much already. He had never even hurt a fly. Everyone who met him absolutely adored him. It makes me angry that he had to pass that way but I know it was the best thing for him. I would love to get another Vizsla in the future when my heart has healed.

[@vickieshilling9394]

We have 4 Vizsla’s in our family. My Son discovered them when bird training his German Shorthair. My Son is a Master Handler trainer of Police K9’s and after having them around, you might think a Vizsla is calm. I think you did and awesome job of describing their behavior, temperament, quirks and affection. We have raised two litters which was a beautiful experience and the greatest part about it was the placement of our pups. All the people who purchased a pup absolutely love their Vizsla’s. Most everyone we sold to are exercise fanatics and their dogs go everywhere with them. Our personal Vizsla is truly a blessing from God. Since the litter he came from was in my home from day one, I was able to observe them from babies, but it wasn’t until week six that I was able to see the calmest one in the litter. We chose him as I am 70 and my husband 74 and we were really a little afraid of getting a puppy at all. He was the calmest one, easily trainable and brings us so much love and affection, does the sweetest things and that is why I say he is a blessing from God because he is so good and unbelievably calm for a Vizsla. He gets to go play with his brothers and Mom and Dad which helps him release some energy. I can share more about Gatlin if you want to share. Thanks for your video.

[@kevincody8391]

Nice story. you and husband deserve some credit also.

[@angellas.1314]

@@kevincody8391 It’s not the dog, but the owners that define who the dogs become.

[@thesamenurswitch]

Thank you for sharing these amazing videos! I have had Vizslas for 20 years and although I have lived with many breeds and rescues over the years, no breed comes close to Vizslas! I started showing mine in 2013, which is great fun. I live in the Ga mountains where I can take them off leash to run in the hills, the woods and swim in creeks and lakes. They never wander off, and come when I call them. At home, they are always around me or on my lap. This year my beautiful girl had pups and what fun it was for all of us. Their new families send me photos and updates and each one is enjoying their families, young families and retIred families. I currently live with 7 Vizslas, who sleep in the bed, ride in the car and visit friends. What a wonderful life I have!

[@susandhifaoui]

what a beautiful documentary. Homer, I don't even know you but I love you. I always say the best tribute we can pay to the ones we lose, is to provide the same safe, loving home to another. You are priceless, Homer.

[@timmiet47321]

That dog is living its best life. All dogs should be so fortunate.

[@colleen2503]

Beautiful video. What a sweet dog he is. You did a wonderful job honoring Homer and the breed.

[@lanieparker5730]

Thank you. I watched your video with a smile on my face the entire time, remembering Barney our Vizsla who passed away at 11 years of age some time ago. Vizslas are terrific dogs, so glad you found one after the passing of your previous dog. I think he will bring you tons of joy.

[@alexandrakovacsdr.8733]

Vizsla breed is from my country. They are exactly as you presented them, amazing dogs! Thank you from Hungary.

[@toddnewton3633]

Thanks for sharing-this came up on my feed-guessing the phone overheard us recently talking a lot about our 4 yo female. We have had precious vizslas and our current Vizsla has been an absolute stellar service dog for my disabled child. Please keep up the great-honest-transparent-candid work

[@EllenLawlor]

So glad you put this out. So many people don’t understand how to take care of certain breeds.🎉🎉

[@angelcare5969]

This is a beautiful video! Thank you for honouring this very old Hungarian breed. Did you know??? The word vizslat means to stare, that is where the vizsla's name come from. It is so old that we don't even use it any more in the modern Hungarian language.

[@martinmcdonald4207]

That`s most interesting. The Vizsla has such a beautiful stare, it makes perfect sense. Slainte.

[@Tora_74]

Vizsla's are the most cat like dogs. Stubborness comes from that, too. 🙂 But they are such a loving and loyal breed.

[@fullofsorrow5607]

Sorry, but you are wrong, very wrong. The Hungarians still use the word "vizslat" as "looking for a well like a hunting dog. And the ancestor vizsla arrived with the Hungarians to Europe more than 1000 years ago, "just arrived" so the breed origin is much older... And all Hungarian animals (dogs too) are all different than anything else, like the Hungarians. Check the cow (szürkemarha), pig (mangalica), sheep (racka) etc. and the dogs: komondor, puli, kuvasz....etc and all breed are very-very old

[@FreedomIsNotGoingToBeFree]

@@fullofsorrow5607 Hungarian here ;) . Indeed vizslat is a rare but actual verb in Hungarian. Etimologist still can't prove if vizslat verb came from the vizsla noun or the opposite (most thinkg vizsla was first and from it's stare came the vizslat verb). You are spot on with the animals.

[@annaemeralda]

@@fullofsorrow5607 You are stating that Angel Care was wrong when she was very right, we don't use the word vizslat in everyday life, here in Hungary. We learn words like this in school but we never use these old words in modern language. If someone wold use this verb in a sentence most people would think that the person came from a different time and many people don't even know the meaning of this word, it is so outdated.

[@blujeans9462]

"Never seen a dog that was like that"...then you have never owned a great dane. Everything you described: velcro, sensitive, attuned, and all the rest (except they don't need to hunt - but they do need exercise and space for playtime) - you described a Dane.

[@vanillementhenana]

I adopted Amos at the shelter when he was 8,because he looked so miserable in his little cage.My "Braque Hongrois " (in French) was the moste gentle and affectionate dog I've ever had.After 2 years,I was walking him in the park in the evening,he started to cough and in seconds,he died in my arms.I had him crematized,and scattered his ashes where he died.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheDeecue]

Great short film!! We had Weimaraners' and Vizslas' growing up. Both hunting breeds, both velcro dogs, both highly intuitive, smart, sensitive and very loyal. I love both breeds equally. Several years ago I had to help my big blue Weim over the bridge and it broke my heart. I don't have another because of the hole that he left. Someday though.

[@Budini67]

I feel for you, @Don Queen. When you are ready the right dog will find you. They have a way of doing that. I am so sorry for the loss of your Weim. 💞

[@TheDeecue]

@@Budini67 Thank you. We've had dogs since I was a very young child. Knowing the day will come when you have to choose between quality of life for your pup vs. helping them to that long slumber sets apart a real dog owner. You know you'll be left with a hole in your heart but you do it anyway. God created them to be our companion, and that we learn what unconditional love really is. He also gave them to us so that we would know what living in the moment really means. That future dog and I will both find each other someday!

[@kevincody8391]

the shelters are overflowing. there's a good dog down there waiting for you.

[@wildrosepines5388]

It was like that with our choc lab. He passed 2/14/14. We haven't had a dog since. We have land and room in our hearts, but can't face another loss like that. 😢

[@ronparks8875]

It's so nice to see people who are willing to invest so much into loving and caring for our wonderful friends. And then after they learn about them, they pass on the information to us, who also love them. I've always had dogs that were troubled, but with lots of love and care plus patience they all showed sweetness. Dogs are just the best.

[@positivelysimful1283]

What a great video. First off, I am sorry about your poochie who passed, I recently lost my long-time furbaby of 15 yrs to old age and it's never easy to lose a member of the family. I'm getting a puppy Tuesday, can't wait, so I've been looking at lots of dog vids in my excitement. Your Homer is so sweet and looks so happy, I'm so glad you found each other. Great message though; so many people get dog breeds they think are beautiful but they are really not a good match for what that dog needs, and it leads to behavioral and health problems and misery for all involved, including the dog. Long story but I saw it first hand what happens when people get a dog breed they can't accommodate and it broke my heart. For those interested I was just remembering, back in the 80s I had an aunt that got a golden retriever because he was so beautiful, but she wasn't an outdoorsy person AT ALL, she was around 60 and did not exercise or run or even own a pair of sneakers or sweatpants, she lived in skirts and heels. She couldn't leave him out in the concrete yard (NYC) because it was dangerous and the neighbor didn't like dogs out there and she feared confrontations. He used to pull her on the leash and she couldn't handle it so walks were diminished to just going down to the curb and letting the dog potty, then going back indoors. The house was very small and cluttered so there was not even room to run or play indoors. I used to go over to take the dog on long walks or bring him to visit me for the weekend and take him to play at the park because he never got enough exercise with her and I felt bad for him. He LOVED running around playing and was so well behaved when he got exercise. Well, not to go on, but the story had a sad ending for that poor cooped up depressed pup; I was only a teen but when I got older looking back I wish I had the mindset to report her for animal abuse/neglect. I learned how humans can't be selfish about wanting pretty dogs, they have to make sure they can provide for the dog's needs.

[@alicat7281]

He’s gorgeous. I’m 52, and am on my 6th vizsla. My Father gave me my first vizsla when I was 13 years old.i can’t imagine my life without vizslas. They’re very special beings.

[@martinmcdonald4207]

To own a vizsla you need lots of space, a forrest or a beach would be cool! But if you have two of them they can bounce off each other while you sit and watch them have proper full on energy fun. They are totally chilled indoors once they have burnt off that energy. A great dog, ticks all the box`s. They don`t shed, they don`t cost a fortune to feed, they are extremely healthy saving you lots of money at the vet throughout their long life( vet`s hate them!) and most importantly they have a friendly way and are great and tolerant of kids. Perfect K9.

[@KizetteandTotoro]

One of the most beautiful puppies I’ve seen. Adorable!

[@daveturnbull7221]

The first dog I can ever remember meeting was a Vizsla belonging to our neighbours of the time. I not only fell in love with her but with dogs in general as a result. I'd never even consider owning one though for all the reasons you pointed out in the video. I really do wish more people would carefully consider whether a particular dog is right for them rather than simply getting the 'latest trend' dog.

[@gabriellame1815]

That was an exceptional video! It was such a pleasure to see! When I was a child I had a Vizsla for 14 years. Now I’m in my retirement I adopted a two year old Weimaraner. They have some very similar feature and very different ones too. Even I adore my Weimaraner, I never forget my Vizsla. Thank you for sharing this video! I relived again many of our moments together. RIP Zuzika

[@markhusseymh1]

They're totally different weimaraner is more powerful and independent and stubborn and you need very good high fence as they can jump very high be careful because they are prone to hart problems our one ended up with a pacemaker fitted

[@Trumblocity]

I had two. Wonderful loving beautiful dogs. High energy is an understatement. Affectionate doesn't even begin to describe it. My girl would crawl up entirely in my sweater top and would have crawled under my skin if she could to get closer. 😄 She also leapt over a 6 ft wall into the neighbor's yard more than once. Great dogs.

[@paulastrong7571]

Thank you so much for posting this video! I wish there were more like this. Hopefully it will stop people from buying this beautiful dog and not treating him/her properly. I wish all dogs were treated with kindness and love. It's the way it should be .

[@clydethevizsla2470]

Brilliant video, and actually pretty touching. Everything discussed is spot on, hopefully it opens prospective owners eyes to what's required 👍 good job

[@cesarkanj6979]

with tears in my eyes i watched your video thinking of my lovely sweet boy CHAMP

[@leefrankel4191]

I’ve loved Vizslas since my high school friend’s brother had one. Gorgeous, smart and incredibly sweet. The dog as perfect athlete. 👏🥰

[@stellamarie8044]

Thank you for posting a much needed film!❤🐕🌻

[@ohiohomesteader4207]

We have a 4 year old V.... Heck of a journey so far!!!.... never a dull moment!

[@Shardswords]

Great video! Homer is beautiful. I had two vizslas who both lived to be 15 years old. They were two years apart. I traveled all over the united states with them. They were both wonderful and both had their individual quirks

[@maeghankendall4723]

this breed is one of my favorites by far. This velcro dog is one of the sweetest breeds. We have a male 2 year old Vizsla named Rush. Rush is the sweetest, when you come in the house, it is ready to greet you with a hug. He will gently bite on your arm and guide you to the couch and lay on your lap. With me being 8 months pregnant, he loves to lay his head on my belly and listen to my son kick and his heartbeat. He is very protective of me and my belly. I love Vizslas. I have never met another quirky breed that can compare. We also have a golden retriever, a GSP, and this amazing Vizsla.

[@karma13612]

What a beautiful story. Homer is so lucky to have you, and you are lucky to share your life with Homer. It would be wonderful to adopt another dog but we just wouldn’t do one justice. All the best to you!!! ❤️🐶🦴🐾

[@kolbeinnm]

Thanks for this beautiful ode to this breed and your boy Homer.

[@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284]

I really appreciate the underlying message of this video. When you match the dog to the person, it can be a beautiful thing. When there's a mismatch, it's not good for either party. I'm disabled and there's no way I could meet the needs of a dog like that. When it's time for a new dog, I'll do what I do. Go to the shelter, find the calmest female adult doggo, run her through a few tests, (the shelters have always been happy to help me), and then made that girl mine for life. I'm elderly and my third girl is sleeping by my desk right now. I don't care if they're two or six, just a generally healthy, calm doggo with a low prey drive and some intelligence who likes to be petted. My latest is the only one who didn't need to be potty trained.

[@anzelikacyronokiene9382]

I have two Vizsla's, one is two, and one is sixteen month's. Vizsla's need a lot of land to run on because they are the third fastest dog in the world. Vizsla's can sometimes be very energetic, Vizsla's can also be very fast. Vizsla's are also called velcro dogs, because they always stick to there owner. Vizsla's just want to have some time with there owner. Vizsla's love being with there owner. If you are planning to get a Vizsla but you have children don't worry, Vizsla's love children, they will play with your child and run with them. If your getting a Vizsla you made the right choice.

[@LingaBirdie]

I have 3 belgian malinois and Visla's amount of energy reminds me of them. I am really scared when I see people "promoting" them online. The amount of self control and training I have dedicated in my life just to help them be disciplined and calm whenever I want them to is insane. Family and friends don't understand why I have to train them and they make fun of me for treating them like kids and not animals. High energy dogs are not for everyone and I truly believe they are not for mainstream people. I am scared more people will start adopt/buy them and they will end up in shelters or put down. Thank you for posting this video and informing everyone!

[@lyn6032]

I'm on my 3rd and 4th Vizslas. Started 20 years ago. Always just had dogs as a pet. 20 years ago I got my first Vizsla and started showing Vizslas, going to training classes, joining a dog breed club, going to hunter's education (I'm not from a hunting family). I did all of these things moderately for enjoyment versus the wonderful breeders that live for the conformation (show) ring, the field trial, the hunt test - all to maintain the tradition of this breed. You are correct: not the breed for someone that just wants a pet. But, being open to all of these activities that I now do (own shotguns, shoot skeet, hunt, fool around with agility, etc.), and greatly enjoy because of my Vizslas. And, it's rare to go to the bathroom or sit on the couch alone!

[@CherylSimser]

Love the honesty presented here. Homer is well-loved, as well he should be and this made my heart smile. Thank you for this. 🤗

[@kwgrid]

I wish I was the kind of person that would be totally compatible with a Vizsla. Lovely dog.

[@michelleford7392]

Beautiful production in every way! Love the background music!

[@positivelifecoaching1]

Thank you. Good you were reaching out for help. Things are so much easier (and more fulfilling for the dog as well) with good training. Either by yourself (in case you know how to do) or others. Well done. 👍

[@m.g.n4898]

Thank goodness that dog has you both as owners and that you truly understand his needs.

[@alexmentes1348]

In the 1950's my father was one of the first Americans to import Vizslas to the US. He imported breed females and we instantly had 6-7 dogs. Several of ours became national champion field trial dogs. Ours were hunters and not show dogs, hence huskier and not as golden. Wonderful dogs. Ours were well trained hunters. His best was named Banya (Hungarians will get the joke)

[@mskates2001]

My neighbors have a Vizsla, she is a great, funny dog, always brings my dog a present, lol, when she sees us. Usually a stick. leaf, but last week she brought a pine branch with pine cones on it.

[@beth4928]

My favorite client as a dog sitter is a 2yo vizsla called Garnett. He is as velcro as could be, and always wants to be the little spoon. When I became pregnant he seemed to "know" and was a lot less boisterous around me. One time when I went dizzy, he helped steady me, and led me to the couch to sit. For as clever as they are, I've also found them to be very intuitive. Beautiful dogs. Thank you for sharing Homer with us.

[@espenandersen3138]

extreme drama, just ordinary dog talk - amazing combination :D

[@LeighKan]

Watching this video made me happy, since Homer resembles our vizsla dog Holly (Hallmark) so much. He was a pure bred, he had a certificate of birth, names and years of his ancestors. He has long passed since 1997 after showering us all for 14 years with love, affection, attention and so many words to describe him. I was 15 years of age when my dad, a hunter, introduced us to the most playful, trusting, obedient, clumsy doggy we ever owned. In 1986 the dogs were not on leashes, so he would follow myself and my sister till school, then he'd go back to our home on his own. He never got lost, he never got into an accident, all the neighbours were glad to meet him on his walks. Strangers and children were happy seeing him, wanting to pet him and he would go into the sit mode. He was one of a kind, in the town we lived. Later on when I gave birth to my first daughter, he was her guardian angel, laying next to her cot, running to call me by licking and slight whining (a sign I saw meant : The baby is awake COME). He would help her crawl and later stand, walking next to her and guarding her from falling over. Wherever the baby went, Holly was with her. He was then introduced slowly in the years to come to 3 small children, the best baby-toddler-child sitter any mum and dad could own. He was happy to be a couch for the kids to lie on, he had a heart of gold, was so gentle, he knew they were babies, compared to how we would jump around with me. What a clown lol. The kids named him Donkey, since he would offer them playful times riding them on his back. My dad was so proud to own a vizsla, the best dogs in the field of hunting, he would boast to all hunting buddies of Holly's achievements. Later on Holly would become a proud dad himself, and when meeting his own children .. he was so affectionate. Homer and all high energy puppy dogs will eventually cool off and calm down when they reach about 7 to 10 years of age, so you will make many dear to hold memories with him.

[@mapatterson173]

✨💖✨Sweet, beautiful puppy. I’m so happy that you are doing your best to preserve and honor the breed. Thank you for this video.

[@QF2653]

The BEST dogs ever.

[@marionwalker7473]

What a beautiful dog. He is full of love for you both

[@SzivesNaplo]

Greeting from Hungary! :D Thank you for the video! Vizsla is an amazing breed but a real hund dog always on high energy level. :) I had vizsla mix and I love it.

[@eileenfrank3686]

I adopted Gadget, a 7-year-old Vizsla, when my friend's family could no longer keep him. He was a gift of love and beauty; I had him until age 14, when I sat with him on his blanket on the Vet's exam room floor. A fast-growing cancer in his shoulder was diagnosed and amputation was the only alternative. After such a full and healthy life, I chose to let him go peacefully. I held his head in my lap as he departed for the rainbow bridge...running as I had seen him do almost daily by a riverbed near my home. Nothing like it. That's been more than 15 years ago and I still cherish the time we had together. Such a special breed.

[@marikanicolehardyperez1081]

We have a 2 year old Vizsla girl. Everything you said it so true. But I would also describe having her in our lives as magic 🥰

[@christy2808]

My neighbor has a large family of Vizsla fur babies! So proud of her and her show pups! We're definitely blessed having a family that love their fur babies as much as they love their 2 leg children! My fur babies are mutts- so it has been wonderful learning all about these majestic canines! It's pure joy seeing my Vizsla neighbors greet me with all smiles! 🙏❤🐾🐾

[@sandiweaver2215]

We have rescued a puppy recently and this video has described her perfectly. We have had countless people ask if she is a Vizsla. She sure acts and looks like one. Our story is very similar to yours too, she came to us during a time of deep grief after the sudden passing of our husky / shepherd, Libby. She is an Angel on earth. Maybe one day we will get a doggie DNA test to see. Cheers to Dogs,

[@shariking4392]

What a beautiful film! Hooray for showing the good and the bad!

[@cyndylee544]

Vizslas are an awesome breed and dog. We've owned 2 of them over the years and they are the best! We're too old to handle one now, but I love them!

[@judymiller5154]

same here... had a rescue V, what a love. Later a registered pup that I showed to his Championship. We just lost our lovely lab (2 yrs ago 😢) and I've been looking for our next companion. Sadly, have decided another V pup would be too much for me at 76, but sure enjoy the videos. ❤️

[@shondra6]

I am not sure why your video came into my suggestions. But, I’ve enjoyed watching homer. Cancer does sux so much. It took my beautiful granfurbaby Zen. I loved to baby sit her . She was such a big red goof ball. I feel she had so much of this breed in her . She was so,d as another breed when a puppy. It broke my daughters heart and her hubbys , to say goodbye to her. TFS . She was such a joy. She loved socks 🤣🤣but preferably dirty socks. Homer reminds me so much of our Zen girl. May she rest at the bridge. 🌈🌈🌈 thanks again for sharing.

[@robertshrewsbury4241]

I've been watching an Australian site. It started as Doggy Daycare on the Farm and evolved to The Farm. They have had a whole pack of Viszla's that go, to run, to swim, do scent work, etc. They are fun to watch. That place, the dogs can't go unless they get training and social basics in.

[@pjsmith4381]

Wonderful site in Australia. I watched every morning to see the slow mo moments of the Vizslas jumping into the pool and running along side Will. They changed the focus of their work and are rescuing hard to place dogs now. It would be wonderful to have such facilities like that in the U S. A Vizsla is my dream dog. But, until I can keep up, there is no use trying. They deserve to be homed with someone who really can keep up.

[@hbishop8475]

I love The Farm, the Viszlas are amazing... but I must say Freddo has my heart! Roscoe a close second these days. I so commend them for what they are doing!

[@CatsBestFinds59]

Really wonderful, educational and well composed video. Thank you.

[@Stoney1959]

"Don't get a Vizsla if you don't have a lot of energy". Exactly. Owned three of them. That dog needs long walks, needs to run or it will get psychological issues. Not dangerous ones. But if you have the energy, and you want a dog that will love you to death...yeah, get a Vizsla.

[@carolranes91]

I have had many dogs over my lifetime. I am 76 and I have found the ONLY WAY to recover from the loss of a much loved dog is to get another dog. I always get a dog different from the lost one but recently I got a dog the same as one I lost when I was in my 20s. It has been amazing the healing that occurred from that. Lots of feelings from my 20s resurfaced for healing and also for some reason this dog reminded me of all the ones I have lost. Now he is 11 years old so I am reminded that he will go like the rest so each and every day I value his being here and love him as much as I can. Dogs have short lives, I don’t understand why that is but I am always ready to let them go when their time comes.. lDuring my 20s I lost a dog that was only 5 years old. I decided to do something special to morn him because he was my favorite of the 5 dogs I had at that time. I went to the Hallmark store to get a picture album so I could fill it with reminders of him. As I was waiting to pay for the album I heard someone from the back room say “Oh my God look at this they are wonderful” When she came out to show the other clerk she was holding some a male ‘angel dog’ pins and charms. They were the cutest things. At that moment I knew my dog, Freckles, had become an angel. I also remembered Jesus would return riding a horse so I figure there must be animals in heaven. So sorry for your loss but this dog needed a family. Maybe one dog leaves to make room for another dog who needs us more!

[@janetbade2774]

My Aunt and Uncle got 2 Vizsla's back in the late 60's. I had never heard of the breed, but what beautiful dogs they were. I knew they were breed for hunting, and I thought" Hunting" I didn't know you did that. They loved those dogs though, and I can still remember the letters they would write to my Mom about them. Such beautiful dogs :) Thank you for sharing :)

[@aliciacatherineegan]

Thank you for such a beautiful characterization of this breed.

[@willettmary889]

I always say they find the home that needs them the most, even when we think, not again, not now, not ready. But there they are, and you instantly feel that bound that said, "this is where we all belong, right here together". When one leaves they take a part of our heart and spirit with them...when the next one comes to you, they give you a piece of their heart. 🧡

[@mariannerayo8608]

This was beautiful. You both are great pet guardians.

[@erwin2079]

Somehow this one showed up on my feed. Thanks for sharing and great tips on why not to get one. If I my be so blunt myself, I think there’s an opportunity for you to act like a leader more yourself as well. The fact that the dog is being picky about the food is also a show of “dominance”. Can I force my owner into submission by giving me what I want. Instead of your dog eating what you give him. Also the tugging on the leesh, the looking in your face to demand play and creeping onto your lap. All signs that the dog is trying to establish a slight dominance. You call it affection, I would call it not knowing your place. Like you said this dog is a pure hunting breed. Therefore I would play a lot more with extending your experience around hunting excercises. Like following an artificial scent trail, fetching dummies, looking for balls in the rough, etc.

[@ashajackson2845]

I'm glad you as owners acknowledge genetics play a huge part! A beautiful video, from start to finish. Bless you all

[@mobrien247]

The day this video premiered, 14 Aug 22 was a very special one for me. Not only was it was my 43rd birthday, but it was also the day we laid to rest my beautiful girl Roxy. She was only 8 years old, and I thought I had many more years left to adventure with her in my newfound retirement from the Air Force...but following a year long bout of pancreatitis, she took a sharp decline and succumbed to what we think was a tumour on her kidney or adrenal gland. I was heartbroken, and still am. But today I stumbled upon this video as I browsed the internet to fill a void... loosely pondering the idea of getting another dog...or dare I say...perhaps another V (when the time is right of course). To be honest, watching your boy...with his many similarities to my Roxy... is a great reality check. Someday when I'm absolutely ready for the commitment, I'll stroke those ears again, but for now I'll just settle in to watch the Homer show !😉

[@Mxtraveler]

Great video and great still shots!

[@StaK_1980]

I really like watching and hearing about our ancient breeds being loved by other people too! You probably didn't know at first that you'll be fostering a mini velociraptor with Homer! 🙂

[@homer-homie]

LOL. We do call him "velociraptor" 🤣

[@janetrodriguez914]

Loved, loved, loved this video. We lost our 5 year old GSD, SWEET SADIE, to DM, which is a horrible condition. Then 5 months later we lost our 16 year old, mini dachshund, DARLING ABBY. Losing your fur babies is like losing a trusted and beloved family member, it’s truly life altering. I’m happy for your family to have found Homer. He seems like the sweetest boy. God bless!

[@fullofsorrow5607]

Maybe you don't know: The "vizsla" word has just 5 letters, not 6. Because the Hungarian alphabet has 44 letters not just 26 (English) and the "zs" is just one letter, the last one in the Hungarian alphabet (44.).

[@pattyfranks7855]

Our Sunny Boy was the most amazing and loving dog I’ve ever had we lost him about a year ago and my heart is still broken. You picked a great companion!

[@fionagem3282]

I’ve had 2 and they were fantastic miss them so much our eldest girl was 20 before we had to take the sad task of sending her to rainbow bridge 😔she was amazing x kind loving caring and super happy and friendly and great with children x recommend the breed xx I’ve had a few dogs and the vizsla was one of the best x

[@Kormac80]

Hungarian here and my experience tracks with this video. They're very smart and affectionate and high energy. Wide variety of personality types. Seriously smart dogs, like Malinois and also high strung. Best is a vizsla pitbull mix. Chills down that purebred energy and lower maintenance. Also fewer health problems.

[@sunflower-oo1ff]

I had a Vizsla from my Hungarian boyfriend when I was 16...sadly I was living on my own, no parents, and I was just to immature and none equipped to take good care of the beautiful dog..I had a University friend from Newfoundland visiting me in Montreal and he offered to take it back with him...I knew it would be a great home for him...to this day I remember that beautiful puppy...we were both to young ;( They deserve a great home...they are simply so beautiful !

[@lisasapino57]

Beautifully said. They're a great breed. I've met 2 in my life, sweetest dogs ever.

[@priyashelly8486]

This is exactly how my 2 doberman girls are and they have changed my lifestyle to what I've always wanted it to be. I can't thank them enough!

[@marleneclough3173]

Love Dobes to bits! Have had 7 but sadly too old now for a strong breed

[@curlybean-xt7rc]

Really enjoyed this video. I have a Vizsla. He's my 4th dog but 1st Vizsla. He's the best. What a beautiful breed. Full of energy, intelligent, friendly, loyal, sensitive soul, very chilled at home and definitely doesn't understand personal space 😂 but I love it.