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Ibizan Hound (Short/smooth coat)

Characterized by his tall, lean body, long tail and large, upright ears, the Ibizan Hound is an elegant Egyptian sighthound bred to hunt rabbits. This athletic, agile breed is known for his ability to jump six feet in the air from a standstill. Alert, affectionate and loyal, the Ibizan Hound is suitable for families with children. These hounds require vigorous daily exercise in a sizeable high-fenced area.

DID YOU KNOW? In 1922, historians discovered King Tut’s tomb and found the life-size statue of Anubis, who was known as the “Watchdog of the Dead.” The statue was identical to the modern Ibizan Hound. The Ibizan Hound is named for the Spanish island of Ibiza, where the breed was brought over by Phoenician sea traders in 3400 B.C. to hunt rabbits for food

ALSO KNOWN AS: Ca Eivissenc, Podenco Ibicenco, Ibizan Warren Hound

The need-to-know
  • Dog suitable for owners with some experience
  • Some training required
  • Enjoys active walks
  • Enjoys walking an hour a day
  • Large dog
  • Minimum drool
  • Requires grooming once a week
  • Non hypoallergenic breed
  • Quiet dog
  • Not a guard dog
  • May require training to live with other pets
  • May require training to live with kids

Pet Card

  • Living Considerations: Suitable for children, not hypoallergenic, suitable for apartment living
  • Size: Medium
  • Height: Males – 60 to 70 centimetres at the withers, Females – 57 to 66 centimetres at the withers
  • Weight: Males – 22.5 kilograms, Females – 20.5 kilograms
  • Coat: Short or wirehaired
  • Energy: High
  • Colour: White or red (solid or a combination)
  • Activities: Conformation, Hunting, Lure Coursing, Racing, Agility, Obedience, Open-Field Coursing
  • Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor

Personality

This is a very affectionate, sensitive breed. They are wonderfully loyal and make a good pet in the right home. However, this is not a breed for the fainthearted: they can be fairly vocal and adore company – this is not a breed that can be left for long hours.

History and Origins

This breed is truly a living piece of history. The Ibizan Hound dog breed can trace its roots back to 4,000BC and beyond. Mostly associated with the time of the Great Pharaohs, the breed is depicted on many friezes, with the most notable icon being the Anubis. It would be true to say that the breed has not really changed in many thousands of years. Phoenician traders took the Ibizan Hound to the Balearic Islands, and to this day they can be found still working in Spain and its surrounding islands.

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