Bender Vizslas
- Rochester, WA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Vizsla litter
Due July 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Lisa B., the breeder behind Bender Vizslas located in Rochester, WA. Our program is focused on breeding Vizslas that are healthy, well-structured, have outstanding temperaments and maintain the Vizsla as a versatile hunting companion. We have high expectations for our puppies and strive to place each one in an enriching and loving home! PLEASE make sure the Vizsla is the right breed for you! The article below can help to help you decide, but there is no substitute for actually meeting some Vizslas https://www.vcaweb.org/breed/why_a_vizsla.shtml.
Q. & A. with Lisa
Why did you start breeding?
In 2011, I got my first Vizsla from my amazing mentors, Jill Brennan and Eleesa Markham-Hoffman of Tierah Vizslas. They have a combined 70 years in bettering the Vizsla breed. They have guided me through initially competing in dog sports and are now guiding me through starting my own breeding program. You may be directed to one of them, as we frequently cobreed litters.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are golden rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lisa
Lisa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Lisa partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.
“We take great care in matching the right puppy to the right home. Puppy temperaments are not fully developed until 49 days (a number the military developed after a very long time of research and evaluating litters for military service). It would be inaccurate to assess temperaments outside of this date. While temperament is usually the most important piece for the average pet home, we also evaluate breed type and structure at 56 days to see which puppies may be able to be shown and possibly carry on the genetic blueprint of the litter. Most show dogs spend most of thier life as someone's pet, so even if they have amazing type and structure, if they do not have a typical Vizsla temperament, they should not be shown or bred. That is one of may reasons why temperament testing is so important. Often we have more show quality puppies than we have homes interested in showing or allowing me to show and do a breeding with their dogs. Homes that allow that will usually be a step ahead of someone looking for "just" a pet. Remember that even the top show dogs are still someone's pet, especially with Vizslas. ”
Price
“While price should never be the sole consideration in choosing a 15 year commitment, we understand that you need some ballpark in order to plan. We keep our price at or below local backyard breeders and high volume breeders or puppy mills to dissuade people from buying from less reputable breeders.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lisa may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Lisa offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Lisa directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lisa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rochester, WA
2334 miles away
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More about Lisa
Club memberships
Lisa is a member of Puget Sound Vizsla Club and Vizsla Club of America .
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bender Vizslas meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Icelynn, mom
Vizsla
About Icelynn
Icelynn aims to please all. She may help an 8-year-old junior handler go around the ring for the first time in the morning. Go hunting with anyone for the day. She may curl up gently in the lap of an eighty-year-old Parkinson's patient in the evening. She has shown and won at dog shows for more people than I can keep track of. She has delivered some beautiful litters and we can't wait to see what she has in store for us this time.
Excellent health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +3 more.
Bond, dad
Vizsla
About Bond
Bond was my once-in-a-lifetime dog. To say he was a heart dog doesn't speak large enough. While he was more elegant and stoic than many Vizslas, he was in love with me. He would have done anything I asked of him. He loved hunting birds and competing in bird dog events. He was a dual champion master hunter advanced. He played in obedience, rally, conformation shows, and we started late in trying out agility. His most important job was by my side as a service dog. He was the best Manny to the puppies when they were very little, but was scared once they started moving fast. If I asked, Bond delivered. Please note that Bond passed away in 2023. This is a frozen semen breeding that we are excited to bring forward.
Excellent health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Bender Vizslas reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Vizslas.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
