nun_hunter
Well-Known Member
It is after much deliberation between my wife and I with and with a heavy heart we have decided the best thing is to rehome our 2 year old spayed HWV bitch. My wife admits she never had time to get over the sudden passing of our previous dog and as such has never bonded with our new dog and this has led to numerous disagreements over the last two years.
I have grown up with dogs and love them but I’ve found myself becoming more and more frustrated with our HWV as instead of bringing a calming and loving influence she is just 100% on the go 100% of the time. I knew about the “Velcro Vizsla” and how they love human company but I’m struggling with how needy she is. I can’t adjust my position on the sofa without her getting up, trying to climb on me, whining or bringing me a shoe. Having guests to the house is a nightmare as she will not leave them alone at all.
I think part the issue is she isn’t mentally stimulated enough while I’m out at work even though my wife is at home all day as she hasn’t got the bond with her so isn’t interested in training or spending time with her. I love taking her out and had plans for her to be my stalking companion for years to come and out ide the house she is pretty much all I could ask for. She is amazing with other dogs, hunts and covers ground with ease, greets people better than I could have hoped for but at home (which is 85% of the time) she is stressing out the whole family. She barks at every little noise (even when looking at me and I make the noise!) howls, barks and whines all at once if someone comes in the house and will not settle down even in front of an open fire for more than 5 minutes. I’d love to be able to sit on the floor and stroke her or have her lay her head in my lap but as soon as I touch her (no matter how quietly and calmly) she acts like a kid who has been told they’re off to Disneyland. She will jump on me, whining, clawing away. Guests and friends think this is hilarious and cute but I just can’t relax with her which for me is one of the most important aspects of having a dog.
Its got to the point where I can’t see a way forward and the thought of dealing with this for another 10 years or so fills me with dread not to mention how it’s unfair on her. I don’t think there is anything inherently wrong with her other than her breed and energy levels aren’t suited to our life and young family. I am sure a more experienced handler with more daily work for her and a calmer home life would have her turned around and be an amazing dog but I’ve reached the point where I have to admit to myself that I’m not capable.
If anyone thinks they can help or knows anyone looking for a HWV please PM me to discuss further.
I have grown up with dogs and love them but I’ve found myself becoming more and more frustrated with our HWV as instead of bringing a calming and loving influence she is just 100% on the go 100% of the time. I knew about the “Velcro Vizsla” and how they love human company but I’m struggling with how needy she is. I can’t adjust my position on the sofa without her getting up, trying to climb on me, whining or bringing me a shoe. Having guests to the house is a nightmare as she will not leave them alone at all.
I think part the issue is she isn’t mentally stimulated enough while I’m out at work even though my wife is at home all day as she hasn’t got the bond with her so isn’t interested in training or spending time with her. I love taking her out and had plans for her to be my stalking companion for years to come and out ide the house she is pretty much all I could ask for. She is amazing with other dogs, hunts and covers ground with ease, greets people better than I could have hoped for but at home (which is 85% of the time) she is stressing out the whole family. She barks at every little noise (even when looking at me and I make the noise!) howls, barks and whines all at once if someone comes in the house and will not settle down even in front of an open fire for more than 5 minutes. I’d love to be able to sit on the floor and stroke her or have her lay her head in my lap but as soon as I touch her (no matter how quietly and calmly) she acts like a kid who has been told they’re off to Disneyland. She will jump on me, whining, clawing away. Guests and friends think this is hilarious and cute but I just can’t relax with her which for me is one of the most important aspects of having a dog.
Its got to the point where I can’t see a way forward and the thought of dealing with this for another 10 years or so fills me with dread not to mention how it’s unfair on her. I don’t think there is anything inherently wrong with her other than her breed and energy levels aren’t suited to our life and young family. I am sure a more experienced handler with more daily work for her and a calmer home life would have her turned around and be an amazing dog but I’ve reached the point where I have to admit to myself that I’m not capable.
If anyone thinks they can help or knows anyone looking for a HWV please PM me to discuss further.