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1. General Description of the Ibizan Hound

   The Ibizan Hound is a lithe and agile dog that vaguely resembles a deer in appearance. The wedge shaped head sports small, round eyes that range in color from light caramel to rich amber. The expression is one of intelligence, alertness and curiosity. Depending on the mood of the dog, the highly movable ears can be pointed forward, sideways or back. The ears are tall, with the height being around two and a half times the width at the base. The muzzle is slender and pointed with delicate bone structure. The prominent nose is always a pinkish flesh tone and never black or liver in color. The nose can be solid in pigment, as well as butterfly. Lips are the same color as the nose and taut. The body is sleek and finely muscled without being bulky. There are two different coat varieties found on the Ibizan Hound – short and wire-haired. Short is of course self-explanatory, while wire-haired can be up to three inches long with the potential for an abundant moustache. The Ibizan Hound’s coat can be white, red, or white and red.

2. Ibizan Hound Temperament

   The Ibizan Hound is a polite and quiet companion that makes an excellent family pet. They are sensitive, intelligent, and gentle with children. They are wary with new people, but once they determine that a stranger means them no harm, they quickly become friendly. It's not recommended to keep small pets like rabbits or rodents around the Ibizan Hound, because it is in their nature to hunt these types of creatures. Other dogs and cats, however, are fine as long as the dog is raised with them from a young age. Ibizan Hounds are pack animals who need social interaction and lots of attention from the humans in their life. They can exhibit some stubbornness but are highly intelligent and can be trained if their handler is patient and firm. The Ibizan Hound is highly sensitive to sound, most likely because of their large and receptive ears. They enjoy soft, friendly voices and dislike loud, gruff tones. Because they are lightning fast and love to run, they need a safe area in which to roam, such as a yard with a high fence surrounding it. They make good house dogs, however they do require a good deal of daily exercise.

3. Caring for an Ibizan Hound

   The Ibizan Hound requires quite a bit of exercise everyday, and enjoys having the chance to run at full speed in a safe area such as a park or field. Care and grooming of the Ibizan Hound is simple. Both wiry and smooth coated varieties require a simple periodic brushing to reduce shedding and keep the coat in good condition – these dogs are not big shedders. It is crucial to make sure the ears are kept clean, and the dog’s claws should be trimmed regularly. The Ibizan Hound is one of the healthier canine breeds, and there are no major documented health risks associated with the animal. Minor health concerns include seizures, allergies, deafness, cataracts, axonal dystrophy and retinal dysplasia.

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