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Ibizan Hound

Tall and agile, Ibizan Hounds share the body type of the dogs that are depicted in ancient Egyptian carvings.  It is said that Phoenician sailors brought these dogs to the island of Ibiza in the eighth century, and that Hannibal took some of them along on his famous campaigns across the Alps.  Today, Ibizan Hounds are popular throughout Spain, where they are used as watchdogs or to hunt rabbits and hares.

Breed Category

Hound

Temperament

Ibizan Hounds are even-tempered, affectionate family dogs, but they can be suspicious of strangers.  Early, supervised exposure to children, in particular, is recommended.

Appearance

Characterized by large, mobile, erect ears, Ibizan Hounds are elegant dogs with long skulls and muzzles, straight backs, and long, powerful legs.  The eyes are widely set, and the nose is flesh-colored.  The coat may be either smooth or wiry, with colors ranging from white to fawn, red, tan, and mixtures of these.

Size:    Height at withers 22-29 in

Weight:    42-55 lbs  

Exercise Requirements:    Considerable

Grooming Requirements:    Moderate

Life Expectancy:    12 years

Things to Consider

1. These dogs must be secured by high fences because of their great ability to jump.

 

Source

Information taken from "DOGS: An Owner's Guide"

Writer and Editor: Helen Stillwell

Photo taken from www.akc.org