Vilas: Split Personality

 Hiking in SW Wisconsin

Swimming in Lake Superior

Vizslas have a reputation of being very energetic.  In our dog's case, this can be true.  Vilas likes to go on hikes with us, no matter what the weather.  She loves to get her sniffer going.  She also has crazy tons of energy around other dogs.  I believe her intention is to show them how cool she is by dropping into puppy play-bows or doing some hip checks.  If that doesn't work, she will do a bit of trash talking, which is a cross between a growl and a howl - odd.  Her absolute favorite activity is fetching a tennis ball.  She can go and go and go!

Lounging in Bed

Soaking Up that Sweet Sunshine
(After a Long Hike)

However, Vilas can also be very mellow. When we are at home, she mostly lays around.  She is usually the last one out of bed in the mornings.  Her favorites spots are a sunny patch by a window or in front of the fireplace  If those aren't available, she will stare me down until I pick up the blanket and she can wiggle in by my legs under the covers.  I'm a sucker and always give in.  I would say 90% of her indoor time is spent lounging.

So she has a bit of a split personality. I'm okay with that. :-)