Resources

E-mail lists
The buttons below will allow you to subscribe to the most active e-mail lists for the Vizsla and the German Shorthaired Pointer. E-lists can be a great resource for both new and experienced owners but can generate a considerable amount of e-mail. Initially at least, you may want to set the digest option when you subscribe

Articles
Accessing these articles will require Acrobat Reader. If you have Acrobat Reader, simply click on the title. Permission should be sought before reproducing any of these articles in any publication. The Breedlines are short columns on various topics that have appeared in the Breedlines section of Dogs in Canada.

BREEDLINES

       The Vizsla Around the World Dogs in Canada, May 2001

        Vizsla Head Planes Dogs in Canada, August 2001

       The Vizsla Topline Dogs in Canada, November 2001

        Futaki Horns Dogs in Canada, December 2001

        Esterhazy Saddle   Dogs In Canada, February 2002

        Calico Vizslas   Dogs in Canada, August 2002

Vizslas and White Markings Russet Rumours, Vol. 10, No.5, April 1998

Breed Standard: How Much White Is Too Much? Russet Rumours, Vol.10. No.6, June 1998

Understanding White Vizsla Canada Newsletter, Vol.7, No.4, September/October 2001

Submission on Proposed Breed Standard Changes

I drafted this submission in February 2001 for signature by VCA members opposed to certain proposed changes to the Vizsla Club of America breed standard. While it has now served its purpose, it is included here as it contains material and information that is of continuing interest to Vizsla fanciers interested in structure and movement.

    Gold Glory: Genetics of the Vizsla Coat Colour - Part I Vizsla News, Sept/Oct 2002
    Gold Glory: Genetics of the Vizsla Coat Colour - Part II Vizsla News, Nov/Dec 2002

    Defining Depth of Chest to Length of Leg Proportions

This web page includes a critical examination of some of the arguments and drawings put forward to justify the proposal to define the DOC to LOL ratio as being approximately 50/50

    A Matter of Proportion by Fred Lanting

Fred Lanting is a lecturer in anatomy and gait analysis, who has been breeding since 1945     and who got his first German Shepherd Dog in 1947. He has handled all breeds in the U.S., Canada, and other countries, but mainly GSDs, sighthounds, and sporting breeds. He leads tours each September to Germany’s largest specialty breed show, with sightseeing as well.   E-mail him at mrgsd@hiwaay.net for permission to reproduce this article.

Breed Books (Vizsla)

	Marion Coffman, Versatile Vizsla, Alpine Publications, 1991 (ISBN 0-931866-54-5) Possibly the best all around breed book available along with the second revised edition of B.C. Boggs' The Vizsla. Reasonably priced. Lots of pictures, but all in B&W. One unfortunate mistake has the author describing a 24 1/2" male as "ideal". According to the VCA breed standard, an ideal male will be no more than 24".
	B.C. Boggs, The Vizsla, Glenbrier Publishing Co., 1982 (ISBN 0-9608838-0-0) A little older than the previous book but this revised edition is still a very useful overview of all aspects of the breed. Many photos in B&W with some colour pictures. Can be purchased instead of the Coffman book or in addition to it.
	B.C. Boggs, The Vizsla, Behi Publishing Co, 2000 (ISBN 0-9700978-0-8) This is the second revised edition of the previous book. Many photos in colour as well as B&W. Unfortunately, many interesting photos of individual dogs from the previous edition did not survive the revision. Some chapters have been substantially rewritten. A must purchase for the prospective Vizsla owner and the serious fancier alike.
	John X. Strauz & Joseph F. Cunningham, Your Vizsla, Denlinger's, 1973 (ISBN 0-87714-006-5) Of historical interest. Some interesting photos of early North American dogs in B&W. Still available.
	Ernest H. Hart, How to raise and train a Vizsla, T.F.H. Publications, 1968 A boiler plate booklet. Of little interest other than for the B&W pictures of early North American Vizslas.
	Gay Gottlieb, The Hungarian Vizsla, 2nd edition, Kingdom Books, 1999 (ISBN 185279104-7) A very interesting book focused on British Vizslas. A great many colour photos enhance the appeal of this book. If buying a third book, this would be my recommendation. For Europeans, this should probably be their first pick if purchasing only one book.
	Gay Gottlieb, The Hungarian Vizsla, Nimrod Book Services, 1985 (ISBN 0 947647-09-0) The first edition of the above. May be difficult to find.
	Gay Gottlieb, The Complete Vizsla, Howell Book House, 1992 (ISBN 0-87605-377-0) Quite a few nice pictures, including one of a long haired Vizsla. In terms of content, it is fairly light and does not compete with either the first or the second edition of the author's The Hungarian Vizsla.
	A Magyar Vizsla, Magyar Vizsla Club, MEOE, 1996 An interesting 68 pp booklet in Hungarian, German and English. Discusses breed standard and working standard of the Vizsla. Includes quite a few nice colour photos and a section for kennel advertisements. May be difficult to find.
	Ernest H. Hart, Vizslas, T.F.H. Publications (ISBN 0-86622-685-0) The two saving graces of this book are the colour photographs of some lovely dogs and its very low price. Typical of the TFH series, only the first chapter deals specifically with the Vizsla while the rest of the book is generic including the relentless sales pitch for Nylabone products!
	Faye Harris, The Hungarian Vizsla in Australia, 1992 (ISBN 0 646 007831) A review of the history of the Vizsla in Australia with numerous pictures in B&W. Written by one of Australia's foremost breeders, this informative book includes a comprehensive survey of breeders, their dogs and their show and performance records for the period 1973 to 1991.

Breed clubs (Vizsla)

Vizsla Canada. The national breed club in Canada. Publishes a newsletter 6 times a year. Content is excellent covering a wide range of topics and includes good quality B&W pictures. Maintains an extensive and informative website although some information subject to caution. Breeder referral limited to commercial advertisers. Organizes CKC events. Membership is $25 single and $35 family. For additional information, access the Vizsla Canada web site by clicking on the logo at left.

Vizsla Society of Ontario. A regional club that operates nationally. Publishes a newsletter 6 times a year. Breeder referral limited to club members. Organizes CKC events and an annual specialty. Also involved in rescue. Membership is $25. For additional information, contact the Secretary, Elaine Hopkins by clicking on the logo at left.

Western Canada Vizsla Club. A regional club based in Calgary, AB.
For information, contact the Secretary, Stacy Miller, by clicking on image at left.

Vizsla Club of America. The parent breed club in the United States. Publishes a newsletter, the Vizsla News (6 issues yearly). The newsletter includes quality B&W photographs and the information content of recent issues is much improved. Membership is $20 US per person or $25 US per family. For additional information and contacts, access the VCA website by clicking on the logo on the left.

... and more to come!