Versatile Vizsla [Hardcover]

Marion I. Coffman (Author)

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"On the whole, this book should be considered a mandatory part of a Vizsla breeder's library --(Mary-Lois McGuinness, Dogs in Canada, October 1992)

From the Publisher

The Vizsla . . . field dog, show dog, obedience dog, companion par excellence, and more. Marion Coffman shares insights gleaned from thirty years of experience. Read the intriguing story of how the breed was rescued from Hungary during the Second World War. Learn how to select a correct Vizsla, train him, and care for him. Most of all, share the author’s love and appreciation for this versatile, unique breed.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 232 pages
• Publisher: Alpine Pubns; 2nd edition (May 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577790561
• ISBN-13: 978-1577790563
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MUST read for potential owners those investigating the breed, April 17, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Versatile Vizsla (Hardcover)

This was the 1st book, people within the breed suggested that I buy. The author has an excellent knowledge of the breed. If you are looking of a companion (pet) or a potential competitive dog (obedience, agility, show or field) read this book. There are lots of pictures so you can see different types (looks) that exist in the breed. This book helped me a lot an I referr to it all the time.

23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A dog for empty nesters as well, June 17, 2003

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Bruce Burns (Columbus, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Versatile Vizsla (Hardcover)

When the kids were grown and gone, with kids of their own, I felt I needed a dog to bring back some activity into the house. I bought this book after investigating a number of internet sites and narrowing my choices to vizslas and a couple of other breeds. This book sold me on the vizsla, as well as on searching the vizsla rescue sites for the perfect dog. Not only is the dog a great companion, he's smart, quickly trainable, great with kids and lovable to a fault. His curiosity knows no bounds and often results in comical situations.

Get this book and then get a vizsla. His gratitude will overwhelm you.

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Vizsla book for the serious fancier, July 8, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Versatile Vizsla (Hardcover)

Well worth the price when you consider the volumes of information given by Coffman. Compared to other books which are vague on the breed and give only common sense care tips, this book is above and beyond. Every Vizsla lover needs this book.