The
Vizsla is
also called the Hungarian Pointer. At the end of World War I, the
Vizsla
was all but extinct. The importation of the breed into the United
States began in the 1950s. The breed was admitted into the American
Kennel Club in 1960.
The Vizsla breed is known for its versatility as an
affectionate, well-mannered companion and hunting dog. All
altered or intact Vizslas registered with the AKC or under the
AKC's Purebred Alternative Listing/Indefinite Listing Privilege
(PAL/ILP) are eligible to seek the Vizsla Club of America's (VCA)
Versatility Certificate (VC) title. The VC title is awarded to a Vizsla
that has successfully passed three tests in each
of three categories, or "legs": Field,
Obedience
and Conformation.
Once earned, the title is signified
by the designation "VC" after the dog's registered name.
The Versatility Certificate title is a VCA award. It is
not recognized by the AKC, but may be included in
advertising
and promotional materials.
The VC designation is also worth three points towards the
calculation
of the dog's sire and dam’s Registry of Merit
qualifications! A list of all VCs can be found on the VCA web
site's Versatility
page.
Conestoga
Vizsla Club Versatility &
Training Days!
The CVC conducts VCA Versatility testing and training at its
annual Fun Day,
as well as on special
Versatility training and testing days scheduled from time to time.
This is a wonderful way to have fun with your Vizsla while
earning a title!
The three legs to be completed are detailed below. The CVC event
organizers can usually help with preparation and submission of
paperwork, but please review the rules and forms in advance to be
sure you and your Vizsla are prepared and have the necessary
information before arriving at the event:
