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HUNGARIAN VIZSLA CLUB OF NSW - SOME RESCUE SUCCESS STORIES
On Easter Sunday 2003, at our Championship Show, we gathered together some of our rescue stars – the dogs and their owners. We wanted to salute these dogs and owners – for the success they have achieved. We’re very grateful to the ‘mums & dads’ of these dogs for taking the time to come and share their special Vizslas with us all. So, between dog and bitch classes we gave the show ring to our Rescue dogs. We reminded ourselves of all the dogs' original circumstances, then heard from their owners how these dogs have fulfilled the promise of their breed heritage as perfect companions.
"Pluto" Pluto had not managed the change successfully, and was barking and causing disturbances in the complex. Clare was heartbroken at the thought of losing her long term companion. Nobody should consider it either easy or always appropriate to re-home an elderly dog. It took us some time to locate someone willing to take on Pluto. They were kind hearted and committed. Unfortunately, after a few months of conscientious effort, it became obvious that Pluto was probably not going to work out in a normal urban household. Fortunately for Pluto, a Vizsla breeder in a rural area had been touched by his story. She agreed to give this old dog one more chance to cope with changes in his life. We are delighted to say that with her firm rules, the companionship of other Vizslas and pretty much total reign of the house, Pluto has settled in to her home and is there for the remainder of his days. Homes like this are rare. ‘Fairy Story’ results like this are probably even rarer. However, we are delighted that the HVCNSW was able to play a part in this tale.
"George" A relative contacted Xavier’s breeder, who, though no longer breeding Vizslas, recommended the HVCNSW for assistance and offered support to the club. Xavier was assessed by the club as suitable for adoption, de-sexed and heartworm tested, and spent some time with a foster carer who initiated a refresher course on basic manners training. The Club had been contacted by a family who had recently lost their Vizsla to cancer. They were keen to take on Xavier, who did have some issues with manners and a need for company. He went to live with them, became ‘George’, and has successfully filled the gap that had been left by their previous Vizsla. George continues to delight them and is an important part of their family.
One of our Club members who owned a 18 month old female Vizsla had expressed interest in acquiring a second Vizsla, but not a puppy. We contacted them to see if Bailey might be suitable. They were very happy to purchase him from the rescue service. Bailey is a wonderful addition to their family. He immediately ‘fell in love’ with Pia, the family’s other Vizsla. They played incessantly, and while putting on weight and regaining fitness, Bailey learned that rules about not being on couches are to be broken and that beaches are great fun.
Bailey has become an important member of this family and continues to
delight them. All of these dogs have been success stories for the HVCNSW.
Both George and Pluto have
successfully demonstrated that it’s not only young dogs who need new
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"Bailey"
The
advertiser surrendered Bailey to the HVCNSW for rescue placement. He was
neutered, vaccinated, heartworm tested and placed in foster care.
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