Please give us your opinions on this issue. A responsible sounding couple wants to adopt from Cascade Ferret Network and they mentioned they are planning on getting a Vizsla puppy early next year and wanted to know what we thought of that. We suggested they get the puppy first and once it has been properly socialized and trained to think about adding the ferret They had done their research on the breed and have been told it is better to get any other small animal before the puppy so the puppy grow up with it. We found the info below on the breed which makes us a bit nervous. None of us have had much personal experience with dogs and ferrets, is there anyone out there that could give some insight on this issue. Puppy first or second and this breed with ferrets? "Loving, demonstrative and gentle, the Vizsla is somewhat willful and distractible, but smart and trainable. This breed needs a patient, firm hand. They are reliable with children, loving all the play they can get. Maybe to too energetic and excitable for very young toddlers, excellent for energetic kids. Able to adapt quickly to family life, and are generally good with other dogs. Energetic and athletic, the Vizsla must receive sufficient exercise or they may become destructive or neurotic. Socialize this dog well and get him accustomed to noises at an early age. It is very important to obedience train your Vizsla. They can get overly eager, prancing around you in sheer excitement. This breed is highly trainable and very willing to please; if you can get it to understand exactly what it is you want of them. If you do not train this breed they may become difficult to handle and control. Example: **See Video* <http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/Video/VizslaExcited1.wmv>*. Look for breed lines that are not high-strung or shy. Vizsla are known as chewers. This breed is not for everyone. If you want a calm dog do not choose a Vizsla. They have many talents such as: tracking, retrieving, pointing, watchdog and competitive obedience. The Vizsla is a hunting dog and may be good with cats they are raised with, but should not be trusted with animals such as hamsters, rabbits and guinea pigs etc..." Hoping to get some feedback before we proceed with the adoption, Elayne Barclay CFN Founder* [Posted in FML issue 5084]