Encore Vizsla
- Griffith, IN
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Barb R., the breeder behind Encore Vizsla located in Griffith, IN. We strive to vizslas with sound body and mind. Our dogs are bred with careful consideration to health, temperament, structure, and the desire to work. Our Vizslas are part of our family and live in the house with us. They have competed in hunt tests, conformation, agility, and nose work. We are currently training our youngest Vizsla in search and recovery. Our dogs enjoy working just as much as snuggling up next to us on the couch. They are great pets as well as athletes. We would be thrilled to introduce you to your next Vizsla puppy!
Q. & A. with Barb
Why did you start breeding?
I have learned so much about the breed over the past 13 years, and my youngest female has proven to be an amazing Vizsla in so many ways. I found a dog that I believe will be a great match to improve the breed!What makes your program special?
I have competed or trained in many activities with my Vizslas. They truly are versatile dogs. They love to work and hang out with us. We have a great amount of knowledge and support to offer an owner of a Vizsla. We believe in positive reinforcement training and breaking things down into smaller skill sets to help the dog achieve success in all aspects of its life.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Barb
Barb 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.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
“Contact Breeder to discuss pricing. The price includes AKC registration, a microchip, deworming, the first round of vaccines, socialization, introduction to walking on a leash, and an introduction to crate training.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barb 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 Barb 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 Barb directly.
You’re protected
on Good Dog
When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Barb.
Breeder's location
Meet in Griffith, IN
552 miles away
·
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Midway Airport
573 miles away
·
Flexible meeting point
Barb can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Barb
Club memberships
Barb is a member of Vizsla Club of America and Vizsla Club of Illinois.
Barb has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Barb was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Barb is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Encore Vizsla 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
Reka, mom
Vizsla
About Reka
Reka is a female Vizsla about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Encore Vizsla 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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
