About the Author

Gay Gottlieb was born in Gloucestershire and spent her formative years in the country. She went to school in England and Switzerland and lived in Paris for some years.  Gay Gottlieb has always been very keen on animals.  from childhood she has had ponies and horses and competed successfully at showing and jumping from the age of eight.

Gay Gottlieb passed away after a short illness in October 2009.

Achievement

In 2008 Gay Gottlieb was honoured to receive the prestigious 'Lifetime Achievement Award' presented by the Hungarian Vizsla Society.  To find out more about the award please click here.

Chapter 10 - Picking Puppies for People

The litter is ready to leave the nest and each puppy ready to make his own way. From a breeder's point of view this is a crucial time. All the previous planning and arranging has come to fruition. Is there the Vizsla of all time in this litter? A future dual champion? Such are the questions and the excitement, intensity and anticipation engendered by these little scraps of russet gold.

Smith's Russetmantle Caillie (Dollar)
Smith's Russetmantle Caillie (Dollar)

 

Subheadings in chapter 10

A Puppy's Characteristics.
Buying a Vizsla Puppy.
What to Look for in a Vizsla Puppy.
Preparing for Your Puppy's Homecoming.
Injections.
House Training.
Hereditary Diseases and Conditions.