The Vizsla is an eye catching animal. Its pleasing coloration, short hair, and body size lend interest to would be pet owners. The American Kennel Club has placed the Vizsla in the sporting group. To a prospective pet owner, the word SPORTING should be the first clue of the breeds nature . Vizsla's can be vary creative, energetic and sometimes called velcro dogs. They don't take to harsh training methods and tend to mature slowly. Like children, Vizslas need constant supervision.

For the above reasons, in 1992 The Texas Gulf Coast Vizsla Club, Inc. (TGCVC) realized a need and founded a rescue program. Our rescue program is operated by a set of written guidelines adopted by our club and accepted by other organizations throughout the area. The TGCVC rescue program accepts only purebred Vizslas or dogs that resemble our breed standard. Our boundaries of operation are set forth by our parent club -- The Vizsla Club of America.

Our program is designed to provide foster care and the permanent placement of abandoned and unwanted Vizslas. Dogs come to us from the streets, shelters and owner surrender. We gather and assemble as much information as possible about an animal before it is accepted into our program. Once accepted, the animal's health issues are addressed and cared for. While an animal is in foster care its personality and behavior are observed and issues addressed. All animals accepted into our program must undergo a sterilization program.

The TGCVC rescue program is manned from the generosity of our club members and others who love the breed. Funds to cover operating expenses come from raffles, donations and adoption fees.

Not every dog is good for every family. The desires and homes of adoption families are evaluated and then each family is placed on our waiting list. When a dog is ready to leave foster care, we place it with what we feel is the appropriate family. We hope each placement lasts a lifetime and we strive to remain in contact with adopting families to resolve any issue that might arise.

Puppies take a tremendous amount of supervision and training. In our hustle bustle society many people who wish to have a dog just don't have the time a puppy deserves. It's been our experience that an older dog can adjust and quickly become a part of the family.

The information contained in this web site is compiled from the experience of many long time Vizsla owners and breeders. We offer it to help you decide for yourself if the Vizsla is really a breed for you.

For additional information on adoption, contact;
Peggy Ross at 281-356-7350
Kate Payne at 713-863-8607(evenings)
Email tgcvc_info@yahoo.com

Should you be interested in pursuing the adoption of a Vizsla, an adoption application is available for downloading. Please fill it out an forward it to the email address listed above.