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Ibizan Hound

The Ibizan Hound is an athletic and elegant breed. A native to the island of Ibiza, this hound requires a high fenced yard and plenty of exercise.


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Breed Facts
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Physical Characteristics
  • Deer-like looks
  • Lean, flat muscle, straight legs, hare-foot
  • Long, large ears
  • Coat: Can be wiry or smooth. Color is any combination of red (from light to dark) and white. Black is a disqualification.
  • Height: 23.5-27.5 inches but can by slightly smaller or taller
  • Weight: 45-60 lbs.
  • Average lifespan: 10-12 years
Temperament
  • Adults are clean, playful, polite, gentle, protective. Puppies are very energetic.
  • Interaction with people: Good with children. Treats humans as part of its pack, and wants to be a part of all activities.
  • Interaction with animals: Not recommended for cats or small pets
  • Training: Needs early socialization with other dogs, adults, children and animals. Easily trained; quick learner
Medical Conditions
While the listed ailments may be common in this breed, not all members of the breed suffer from these conditions. Responsible breeders screen for orthopedic and genetic diseases.
At Home
  • Adults can adapt to apartments if sufficiently exercised. Puppies need a large, well-fenced yard with room to run and play.
  • Need a large yard and high fence
  • Needs two to three long walks a day
  • Very fast runners
  • Enjoys running along side a bicycle
Grooming
  • Average shedder
  • Needs occasional brushing
  • Smooth-haired can be groomed by running a rubber glove over the coat
  • Wire-haired Ibizans do not need hand-plucking
  • Make sure ear passages are clean and nails are trimmed regularly
Other Facts
  • Egypt's Tomb of Tutankhamen features a life-size statue of Anubis, or "The Watchdog of the Dead" - identical to today's Ibizan Hound
  • First imported to the U.S. in 1956 by Colonel and Mrs. Consuelo Seoane
  • Great military leader Hannibal (247 B.C. - 183 B.C.), is said to have led these dogs across the Alps during the Second Punic War
  • Blush when excited
  • A favorite breed of Cleopatra
Breed History
  • Native to Ibiza, one of the Spanish Balearic Isles
  • Traceable back to approximately 3400 B.C.
  • Ancient Egyptian depicts dogs closely resembling the Ibizan Hound
  • Brought to the islands off the coast of Spain by Phoenician traders around 700-900 B.C.
  • Used to hunt rabbit and small game
For more information about this breed and breeder referral contacts, please visit the Ibizan Hound Club of the United States For breed rescue opportunities, visit IHCUS Rescue