Column: Getting to know me

Bo Mayne Vizsla resident of Maryville

Hi!

My name is Bo.

I’m a Vizsla.

Dad brought me home as a surprise during the COVID shutdowns. He wanted a hunting dog that he could “be proud of.”

At first Mom wasn’t too happy. She said, “What a great time for a puppy.” I’m not so sure, but I think that was sarcastic.

It turned out to be the perfect time for me to learn about my new home.

What nobody knew yet was that I can be what some people call, “kind of a handful.”

It would take everyone in the family watching me to keep me out of trouble.

I can’t help it.

I don’t mean to get in trouble.

It’s just who I am.

Vizslas are known for our high energy.

Nobody really understood what that meant … until they met me.

I have a LOT of energy.

But we Vizslas are also known for being the most loving, cuddly dogs in the whole world. I live up to my reputation. I make friends wherever I go.

I can’t wait to share my adventures with you! I’ll tell you all about how I didn’t quite turn into a hunting dog, but became a beloved member of the family anyway. And even though I get myself into all sorts of trouble, my family is always there to save the day.

Until next time,

Bo Mayne