The Ibizan Hound is a hound-family dog that is slender and quick. The breed has two different hair types: smooth and wire. The Ibizan Hound is a breed that embodies grace and agility. It has an athletic, appealing appearance, and a trot that covers a lot of ground quickly.
Appearance
Despite having a graceful appearance, this breed is tough and durable and has high bone girth. Its distinctive big upright ears, which are broad at the base, surround a long and graceful skull. Lean and long-necked. It has a distinctive front assembly with well-relaxed shoulders and an upper arm that is mostly straight. Their coat is a blend of red and white with the nose, ears, eye rims, and pads of feet being a light tan hue. They are available in smooth and wire-coated versions.
Care as a Pet/ In Captivity
Grooming
For you and your pet, grooming can be a great way to strengthen your relationship. Regular trimming of their thick, quickly growing nails with a nail clipper or grinder is advised to prevent overgrowth, splitting, and cracking. To prevent a buildup of wax and debris that could cause an infection, examine their ears frequently. You should brush your teeth frequently.
Exercise
An Ibizan hound needs at least a few hours of exercise every day. These canines make terrific running and trekking companions and will benefit from extended walks. In canine sports like agility and tracking, they can also succeed, which can help them expend some of their mental and physical energy. Another excellent approach to cognitively challenge kids is with puzzle toys.
Just bear in mind that they have a strong prey drive because they are sighthounds. When they are outside, keep them in a securely gated area or on a leash to prevent them from running off after perceived prey like small animals. Ibizan hounds are also capable of leaping many feet into the air. Make sure any fencing is high enough to support them by doing so.
Diet and Nutrition
Keep clean water on hand at all times for your dog. and provide your dog a high-quality food with a balanced diet. To make sure you’re giving the right amount, it’s customary to feed two measured meals every day. However, you should always go over the food’s quality, feeding frequency, and kind with your vet. In order to avoid overeating, be careful of snacks and other excess food. Also take note that these dogs have no trouble jumping up on counters and tables to get at food.
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