If you don't want to deal with...

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Vigorous exercise requirements
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Exuberant jumping, especially when young or not exercised enough

Timidity, when not socialized enough

A Vizsla may not be right for you

If you considering a Vizsla, you have to be prepared to…         

1. Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation. Vizslas MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored .  If you simply want a casual pet and don't have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking,  I do not recommend this breed. Trying to suppress their "hardwired" desire to run and work, without providing alternate outlets for their high energy level, can be difficult.
2. Bounciness. Young Vizslas (up to about two years old) romp and jump with great vigor, and things can go flying.
3. Companionship. More than most other breeds, Vizslas need a great deal of companionship and do not like being left alone for long time.
4. Providing enough socialization. Vizslas need extensive exposure to people and to unusual sights and sounds. Otherwise their natural caution can become shyness

Summer Lake Vizslas

Are you fit enough for a Vizsla ?

If you want a dog who...

Is medium-sized, sleek-coated, tautly-muscled, a true athlete
Is packed with energy and thrives on vigorous exercise and athletic activities
Responds to training more willingly than most pointing breeds
Is gentle and sensitive
Typically a "soft" dog very sociable and demonstrative with his family -- likes to lean against you,
Is usually polite with everyone, including other animals

A Vizsla may be right for you