TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Chapter One: Vizsla Dog Facts and Descriptions 3
  • Facts About Vizsla Dogs 3
  • Summary of Vizsla Facts 6
  • Vizsla Breed History 8
  • Chapter Two: Choosing and Acquiring a Vizsla Dog 11
  • Where to Look For Vizsla Dogs? 11
  • Breeders 11
  • Rescues 13
  • Puppies or Adult? 14
  • Picking the Right Dog 15
  • Locating a Reputable Breeder 18
  • Questions to Ask a Reputable Breeder 19
  • Chapter Three: Preparing for Your Vizsla Dog 23
  • Essential Tools and Supplies 23
  • Puppy Proofing Your Home 25
  • Chapter Four: Feeding Your Vizsla Dog 29
  • Vital Nutrients 29
  • Protein 30
  • Fat 31
  • Carbohydrates 32
  • Water 33
  • Vitamins and Minerals 33
  • What Is a Balanced Diet? 35
  • Choosing Dog Food 36
  • Canned Food 38
  • Dry Food 39
  • Frozen and Semi-Moist Food 40
  • Understanding the Label 41
  • Homemade and Raw Diets 44
  • Commercial Dog Foods 45
  • How and When to Feed 47
  • Supplements 48
  • Treat Talk 49
  • Foods To Avoid 50
  • Obesity 52
  • Chapter Five: Grooming Your Vizsla Dog 53
  • Use a Groomer or Do It Yourself? 54
  • Grooming Supplies 55
  • Brushing and Combing 56
  • Removing Mats 57
  • Bathing 57
  • Bathing Essentials 58
  • The Dog Wash 59
  • Cleaning Ears 59
  • Clipping Toenails 60
  • Handling His Feet 61
  • Trimming Your Vizsla’s Toenails 61
  • Dental Hygiene 62
  • Brushing Your Vizsla’s Teeth 62
  • The Need for Dentist 63
  • Dental Problems 64
  • Anal Sacs 65
  • Removing Skunk Odor 65
  • Removing Sticky Substances 66
  • Chapter Six: Training and Behavior Modification 69
  • Obedience Training 69
  • How to Teach a Dog to Sit 70
  • How to Teach the Dog to Come 71
  • “Lie Down” Command 72
  • Train the “No” Command 74
  • Train Your Dog To “Stay.” 75
  • Train Your Dog To “Get Off.” 76
  • The “Leave It” Command 77
  • Potty Training 77
  • Crate Training 80
  • Unwanted Behavior 82
  • Your Dog’s Instinctive Response to Authority 82
  • Dog Training for Desired Behaviors 84
  • Your Dog’s Motivation for Behaving Badly 86
  • Refusing to Come when Called 87
  • Eliminating Biting Behaviors 90
  • Preventing Biting and Mouthing 90
  • Using Trust to Prevent Biting 92
  • Eliminating Bad Habits 92
  • Whining, Howling and Excessive Barking 93
  • Problem Chewing 95
  • Jumping On People 96
  • Straining and Pulling at the Leash 97
  • Escaping and Roaming 99
  • Socializing 101
  • 1. With Other Dogs and Pets 102
  • 2. With Other People 105
  • 3. Within Different Environments 106
  • 4. Loud Noises 107
  • Chapter Seven: Vet Care for Your Vizsla Dog 111
  • Spaying and Neutering 112
  • Vaccinations 114
  • Performing Health Check 115
  • Checking the Head 115
  • Checking the Body 116
  • How to Take Your Dog’s Temperature 117
  • Common Illnesses and Injuries 118
  • When Do You Need to Visit the Vet? 118
  • Allergies 119
  • Cuts, Scrapes, and Foxtails 123
  • Diarrhea, Vomiting, and Lack of Appetite 124
  • Lumps and Bumps 126
  • Orthopedic Problems 129
  • Eye Diseases 132
  • Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia (TVD) 134
  • Epilepsy 134
  • Emergencies 135
  • First-Aid Kit 135
  • How to Muzzle Your Vizsla 137
  • Does Your Vizsla Need CPR? 138
  • How to Move an Injured Dog 141
  • Dealing with Emergencies 142
  • Chapter Eight: Showing Your Vizsla Dog 153
  • Vizsla Breed Standards 154
  • What to Know Before You Show 156
  • Preparing Your Dog for Show 157
  • Chapter Nine: Breeding Your Vizsla Dog 159
  • The Breeding Process 159
  • Sexual Problems In Dogs 162
  • Few Precautions To Take 165
  • Health Factors To Consider Before Mating 167
  • Weaning 169
  • Food 170
  • Conclusion 171
  • Glossary of Terms 173
  • Index 179
  • Photo Credits 187
  • References 189

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