Early training is necessary if you want your AKC Vizsla puppies to grow up to be good hunting companions. This means that as soon as you bring your new puppy home, you need to establish good training habits, particularly with hunting practices in mind.
You probably already plan to have timely shots and medical appointments for the puppies. This step is extremely important. As a responsible pet owner, you understand that your puppy’s health depends upon keeping shots and vet appointments current.
The next training step involves introducing your puppy to other dogs, animals, and people. Socialization is vital for puppies, especially the curious and intelligent AKC Vizsla puppies. With proper exposure to new experiences; different sights, smells, and sounds; and a variety of settings, your dogs will be prepared to trust you in the many situations that hunters experience. This training will also prepare your dog to be obedient instead of aggressive.
No matter what you intend to do with your puppy, a close and trusting relationship with you is crucial. Begin when your puppy is young to nurture feelings of trust and affection. Take the puppy with you as you travel, and as often as possible. Avoid exposing the puppy to loud and startling events while he or she is young. Wait until the puppy has grown to trust you completely before you begin to introduce him or her to the sound and smell of gunshots.
Another very important step in preparing your puppy for hunting is to find an experienced hunting trainer. Unless you have already trained a dog successfully for hunting, it is best to involve the services of a professional. This trainer can help you understand the best commands to use and the behaviors you can expect from your growing puppy. Without this experience, you can make simple mistakes that will undo your training efforts when you go hunting.
You may find that a local club offers information and resources that you can use as you train your AKC Vizsla puppies to be hunters. With early attention and consistent habit development, you and you puppy can become an efficient pair of hunters.