So you are thinking of rescuing a Vizsla—have you researched the breed to be sure it is the right one for you? The reason many of these dogs are in rescue is because their first owners didn’t do their homework. They were unaware of the exercise needs, the Vizsla’s inborn drive to hunt and retrieve, or the fact that a cute little puppy would be a 45-55 pound bundle of energy in six months.

If you are looking for a puppy, please be aware that most often it is not the cute little puppy that is turned into Rescue, but the ‘teenager’ that may already have issues. We sometimes rescue Vizslas from shelters divorce or lack of money might cause people to give up a dog, but often it is behavior (or lack of it) that is the main problem. We do make sure that none of the behavior issues are dangerous to humans or other dogs—we do not take dogs that have bitten. All dogs in our program receive a veterinary wellness exam, are updated on their vaccinations and are spay/neutered before being placed. Occasionally we get dogs that have health problems and/or require serious and expensive surgery in addition to the normal veterinary work-ups--in these cases we try to raise funds to support them. If we are unable to accept a dog in our program, we make every attempt to guide the owner to the proper channels to dealing with the problem. When we do place a dog, we use your application in tandem with the information from the dog’s former owner to make our placement a forever one. A forever home is extremely important to a rescue dog that has already been bounced around and now needs the structure of knowing he/she is home to stay. Unlike a lot of states, CT and RI are lucky in that we do not get the amount of dogs that some Vizsla Rescues do at times there might be a waiting list. However we do work closely with Vizsla Rescue groups in nearby states to assure that dogs are gotten out of harmful situations and into good homes as soon a possible. If, when you apply, you are told CVVC has no dogs in rescue, know that your application will be forwarded to area clubs so you get the broadest coverage we can give you.

CVVC Rescue is run entirely by volunteers who have full time jobs and lives outside of Rescue. We do our very best to respond in a timely fashion, but often we are not only juggling our own lives but also multiple Rescue cases and numerous applications coming in at once. If you do not receive a response immediately, please do not assume that this means we are not interested—do let us know about any time constraints you have or just check back in if you become concerned that you have not heard back from us.

The chairman and Coordinator of the Rescue Committee is Marisa Fowler.Our Committee abides by the Vizsla Club of America guidelines and ethics, and by committee guidelines.

To further your information about the Vizsla breed we offer the following books and web sites:

Books:

Patricia McConnell: Beginning Family Dog

Training The Other End of the Leash

The Puppy Primer

Clarice Rutherford: How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With

Terry Ryan: Remodeling Your Problem

Jack Volhard: What All Good Dogs Should Know

Web site:

Vizsla Club of America: www.vcaweb.org An informative article from the Vizsla Club of Long Island about some things to know before owning your first Vizsla: http://vcli.net/the-breed/things-v-owners-wish-they-had-known-before-getting-their-first-vizsla/

NOTE:

CVVC requires a set donation fee both when surrendering a dog and when a dog is placed to help cover veterinary bills, however hardship surrender cases are considered on an individual basis. Your monetary support helps to keep our rescue program moving forward, so please consider making a donation. View our How You Can Help page for other ways you can support Vizsla rescue.

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DONATE AND VOLUNTEER FOSTER

CVVC Rescue needs foster homes that have Vizsla experience. The Rescue Coordinator will work with you to ensure you are paired with a rescue that suits your home environment. It is particularly difficult to find foster homes for older dogs that may require extra attention, or dogs that will need surgery and a place to recover. Please consider the rewarding experience of fostering a dog in need.

TRANSPORT

Sometimes we need transportation assistance. You could be headed to a dog show or field trial out of state, and we need to send dogs in the same direction – then perhaps you can help? Sometimes dogs need transportation to and from the vet, especially if they are visiting a specialist that is out of the immediate area.

SHELTER CHECKS

If you see or hear of a purebred Vizsla in a CT/NY area shelter, please contact us immediately. We might be able to save a Vizsla that otherwise may be put down, or may be adopted to a home that doesn’t understand the needs of the breed. FUNDRAISE Creative homemade items can be sold, and proceeds could be donated to rescue. If you are a breeder you could ask that all your puppy buyers donate to rescue. If you are a stud dog owner you could ask that the bitch owner donate a set amount in honor of the breeding. If you accomplish something special with your Vizsla, consider donating in memory of that special event. If you lose your dog to a hereditary illness, consider donating to rescue.

DONATE

Rescue needs donations to continue operating. If you can donate, please send a check payable to Connecticut Valley Vizsla Club and mail to our Treasurer at: Valerie Mendizabal (860)286-2866 valmendizabal@comcast.net