How to Train a Vizsla Puppy

The Vizsla is a short-haired hunting dog of Hungarian descent whose history dates back several centuries. It is a trainable and obedient dog that develops a deep attachment to its owner. Adult Vizslas reach 22 to 23 inches in height and 40 to 65 pounds in weight, depending on their gender. Be prepared to give your Vizsla plenty of physical exercise to prevent boredom, which can result in excitability and destructive behavior.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog crate
  • Leash
  • Large enclosed space
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Instructions

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      Crate train your Vizsla puppy. Crate training is very important for puppies. It provides them with a comfortable space to rest and keeps them safe from household dangers such as toxins and electrical cords when you are away. Crate training also helps with housebreaking, because a puppy will generally not soil the place where it sleeps. Never put your puppy in its crate as punishment.

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      Housebreak your puppy. Puppies have very little control over their bladders and their bowels. When you bring your puppy home, show it the door you expect it to use when it needs to go outside. Take your puppy outside every time it eats or drinks. Commend your puppy when it goes to the bathroom outside. Vizslas are extremely soft-spirited dogs. Do not punish your puppy if it has an accident in the house. Gently tell it "No" and take it outside to show it what you expect.

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      Guide your puppy's behavior. Give it pet-safe toys and stop it if it chews on other things such as clothing and furniture. Vizsla puppies have short attention spans and might not catch on as quickly as you had hoped. Be patient with your puppy.

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      Give your Vizsla puppy plenty of exercise to use up excess energy. A puppy with too much energy will get into trouble at home and may become destructive. Vizsla puppies need a daily walk on a leash and time to run freely in a fenced area.

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      Socialize your puppy by bringing it around other people and animals. If you do not socialize your Vizsla as a puppy, it will be intolerant of strangers as an adult.