South Coast Vizsla Club Information

About SCVC. . .

The South Coast Vizsla Club was founded in 1976 and received AKC recognition in 1978. The founders were a small but devoted group and soon the Club began to grow in size. They held sanctioned events in field and show in order to receive AKC approval for licensed events in these areas. Much hard work was involved in these efforts and the Club of today owes a debt of appreciation to the founders. Jo Rafter, one of the founding members and first President of the Club is still a member and she has a wealth of information on the Club’s history and growth. Other members who joined the Club in the 1970’s include Jim & Chris Coman. Any member who is interested can contact these long-term members to hear stories of the “good old days”.

Code of Ethics. . .

When you apply for membership in the South Coast Vizsla Club, you agree to support the Constitution and Bylaws of the Club, the rules of the American Kennel Club, and the rules of the Vizsla Club of America.

You agree to encourage high standards of breeding, training, and showing of Vizslas. You also agree to exhibit good sportsmanship at all times and to promote the welfare of the Vizsla breed. Any breeding or sale of individual Vizslas or litters of Vizslas by our members, not in the best interest of breed, shall be cause for that person’s membership to be reviewed.

SCVC Offers. . .

Training - We organize Fun Days for general socialization and competitions in basic obedience, show handling, and field trials. More experienced club members work with the new people and their dogs to get them started to train for participating in an event.

Specialties - These events are where only one breed is exhibited in a dog show. There are several classes to choose from when entering your dog. In order to enter, your dog must be at least 6 months old on the day of the show.

Obedience Trials - These are events where your dog demonstrates his ability to follow specific obedience routines. There are several classes to choose from when entering your dog. In order to enter, your dog must be at least 6 months old on the day of the trial.

Hunting Tests - These are events where your dog gets to “do what comes naturally” for a Vizsla - HUNT! The goal of this event is for your dog to demonstrate a keen desire to hunt and find birds. Game birds, such as bobwhite quail and chukar are used. The birds are placed in areas closely resembling natural cover. The dog must locate and point at the area where the bird is hidden. There are several levels to enter, depending on your dog’s level of expertise. In order to enter, your dog must be at least 6 months old on the day of the hunting test.

South Coast Vizsla Club Constitution and Bylaws (pdf)
American Kennel Club Rules and Regulations