A Little About Us...
Vanguard Vizslas
Welcome to Vanguard Vizslas! Ruth and I have been involved with Vizslas since 1999 when we received our first Vizsla....
We are a small kennel located about an hour southeast of Columbus, Ohio. Our primary interests revolve around field trials, hunt tests, and hunting with our dogs, but we also compete and participate in conformation, agility and obedience. Our dogs and puppies have been at the forefront of everything we do at Vanguard Vizslas. They excel at hunting upland game, winning and placing nationally or just hanging out with the family. We are members of the National Vizsla Association, Vizsla Club of Greater Cleveland, Miami Valley Vizsla Club, Vizsla Club of Illinois and Conestoga Vizsla Club as well as the Columbus All-Breed Training Club.
Ruth Rogers
Ruth is a Registered Nurse specializing in pediatric burn care at a local hospital. She actively contributes to the Vizsla community, having previously served on the board of directors for the Miami Valley Vizsla Club. She enjoys competing in Agility and Obedience trials but will also occasionally step into the show ring to handle our dogs. Ruth still enjoys all of these things, but her role has shifted since our daughter was born in February 2022. She is not only dedicated to her profession and love for the Vizsla but also deeply invested in her family life. She is the proud mother of two-year-old Evelyn, who brings joy and laughter into our home. Despite her demanding schedule, Ruth ensures she spends quality time with Evelyn, incorporating her daughter into our passions. Evelyn eagerly joins her mother in playing with puppies, where she delights in their playful antics and gentle nature. Additionally, she happily assists in grooming the horses, eagerly brushing their coats and tending to their needs. Ruth's commitment to both her career and her family is a testament to her unwavering dedication and love for those closest to her. Whether caring for patients in the burn unit or nurturing her daughter's love for animals and nature, Ruth embodies compassion and devotion in every aspect of her life.
Matt Rogers
For the past twenty-one years, Matt has been immersed in the IT world as a Cloud Architect. Outside of his professional domain, he cherishes moments spent with his two-year-old daughter Evelyn, who shares his enthusiasm for farm activities and dog training. Together, they nurture their shared love for the outdoors, inherited from Matt's father and grandfather, who introduced him to hunting and working with bird dogs. In addition to his family adventures, Matt has been actively engaged in various roles within the Vizsla community. He served as Vice President of the Vizsla Club of Greater Cleveland from 2004 to 2014 and judges AKC field trials & American Field Championships. His dedication is further evident in his contributions as chairman or secretary for AKC field trials, hunt tests, or American field stakes. He is always eager to take time to help others learn more about bird dogs and pass on the things we've learned while training our dogs.
Our activities and events take us all over the country and we’ve been fortunate to meet some wonderful folks along the way, many of which, have brought us lifelong friendships and make enjoying everything that this breed has to offer even better. Should you be interested in joining any of these clubs or have questions about them please contact us for further information. Or if your new or just have questions about the breed, field trialing, competing with your Vizsla don't hesitate to contact us. We are always interested in getting you more involved with your Vizsla.