I'm Kathi P., the breeder behind Sierra Vizslas located in Bakersfield, CA. I take a lot of time (years) researching my breeding. It is not "I have a girl dog, you have a boy dog, let's make puppies!" My mission as a breeder is to preserve the integrity of the Vizsla. For this reason, I only breed occasionally when I'm sure I'm producing a litter that meets breed standards.
Q. & A. with Kathi
Why did you start breeding?
I bought our first Vizsla for my husband, who was looking for a good hunting dog. Ended up with the "runt" of the litter, who ended up being AM, CAN, MEX, INT CH. FCH, AFH, MH, CD, VC. We had so much fun with the dog, seeing what he had and what he could do, I was encouraged to breed him. That was 45 years ago!
What makes your program special?
I spend a lot of time and effort with my pups. They are whelped in the kitchen and stay there as they grow so they have the activity of the household (loud noises etc) We also handle them daily from a very early age so they get used to being touched and groomed. We also start them on birds at 4 weeks of age so they know what they are bred to do!!
I breed from strong field stock and from experience these puppies will be very "bird forward". I am looking to place them with families that hunt or at the very least will take them to AKC Hunt Tests so they can do what they were bred to do HUNT!
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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Tila
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kathi
Kathi has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
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
Puppy prices include a $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, vaccination at 9 weeks, deworming, socialization, crate training, start on gamebirds by 4 weeks of age, health certificate, puppy collar, blanket with mom and puppies scent, breed information, foodie bag. $500.00.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathi 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 Kathi 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 Kathi directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathi.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bakersfield, CA
2281 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Los Angeles Airport
2282 miles away
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Meet in Los Angeles, CA
2270 miles away
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More about Kathi
Club memberships
Kathi is a member of Central California Vizsla Club, Vizsla Club of America, Bakersfield Obedience Training Club, and Kern Canine Activities.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kathi has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Kathi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Kathi is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sierra 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
Daae, dad
Vizsla
About Daae
Daae is a Vizsla over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of their breed, Kathi decided to make them part of their program. Kathi 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.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Daae, mom
Vizsla
About Daae
Daae is a female Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathi decided to make her part of their program. Kathi 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Sierra 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.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.