People new to the Vizsla breed are often unsure about how to get started in various events that might be fun and beneficial for them and their dog.
Vizslas are an active breed. Vizslas are an active breed. They don’t do well in small, controlled environments where they cannot run, exercise, and use their innate energy. A walk on a six-foot leash is not exercise for a Vizsla. They need off-leash running for extended periods of time multiple days per week.
Below is a list of VCA members who can help you get exposure to the activities where Vizslas thrive. Reach out to them, learn how to have fun with your dog, and build lasting relationships with other Vizsla owners and dogs.
Field Trials
Contact: Justin Allen, justeal_vizslas@hotmail.com
Conformation Shows
Contacts:
- West: Eleesa Markham Hofmann / Eleesa@adhmortgage.com
- Central: Rebecca Quist / Camdenvizslas@gmail.com
- East: Rachel Romano Kelly / Rachelkelly@willorunn.com
Nose Work
Contacts:
- West: Jamie Walton / jamie@professionaldesign.org
- Central: Joy Sonsella / jcsonsalla@gmail.com
- East: Rhoda Ezell / rtezell@gmail.com