Monday 2 December 2019

Natural hunting instinct

We continually monitor the pup's developing personalities so we can match each pup with each family.  Vizsla have a natural hunting instinct which is important for those who wish to use their Vizsla to indicate game.  Some pups have more hunt drive than others although all Vizsla are natural indicators and whether pet or hunter, will sneak up on various birds or rabbits with their slow, fluid, stalking movements.  

Our first dog, Taz, used to spend his day romping along hedge rows and in our extensive native gardens, or near the pond,  pointing at birds and sneaking up on them until they finally flew off.  Petra (Grandmother to these pups) has been trained to indicate or track deer but also seems intent on stalking rabbits (even our pet ones she can't get to) over and over again. 

We will also test the puppies for other traits with an extensive test we use when they are 8 weeks old.  By keeping track of each puppy and their responses to various situations, we can be more confident in accurately assessing our pups personality.

They are now good at keeping their sleeping area clean and will toilet away from their bed area. They delight to romp over to us when called and have good appetites.

Outside the enclosure, L to R Luca, Kuini, Petra. 
The adult dogs jump in and out of the enclosure whenever they feel like it.


Petra (Grandma), seems to wish she could nurse these eager pups.
She is a fantastic Mum and is still interested in these Pups
despite them not being "hers"

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