Is the Breeder a member of the Vizsla Club of America?
Verify membership with the VCA at www.vcaweb.org
Are the Sire and Dam health tested and over the age of 2?
Vizslas should have the following health clearances: OFA Hips, Thyroid and Eyes, often breeders do OFA Elbows and Cardiac. Verify the info on www.ofa.org
Do the Sire and Dam have AKC titles (or are working on them)?
At least one of the parents should be titled and preferably they both have AKC titles. At a
minimum you want to see GCH/CH (Grand Champion/Champion) and/or DC/FC/AFC in front of
every name in their 4-5 generation pedigree. Titles at the end of their name denote performance events such as Hunting (JH, SH, MH), NAVHDA, Obedience/Rally (RN, BN, CD), Agility (NA, MX), Scent Work (SWN) etc. Go to the AKC website to learn about prefix/suffix titles, and www.vizsladatabase.com to research pedigrees.
Why did the Breeder select the Sire and Dam?
The answer varies, but
must include a desire to maintain the Vizsla to the breed standard (both hunting ability and conformation). This means the Sire and Dam should be paired to complement one another. Note: It is not common for a breeder to have both the sire and dam in residence. Instead they search far and wide for a match.
Does the Breeder offer to take back the dog at anytime and for any reason?
A good breeder is forever responsible for the dogs they've bred, and they will take back a dog at anytime. They do not allow their dogs to end up at shelters or in Vizsla Rescue.