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- Ibizan Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
- Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
- Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
- Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Temperament of the Ibizan Hound Versus the Spinone Italiano
- The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
- Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
- Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
- Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
- Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
- Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
- Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
- How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
- Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
Ibizan Hound Versus Spinone Italiano: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Ibizan Hound and for the Spinone Italiano. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano.
Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Overview
A very important difference between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Spinone Italiano is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Ibizan Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Spinone Italiano belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Spinone Italiano based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
Factor | Ibizan Hound | Spinone Italiano |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 28 inches |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 45 to 50 pounds | 61 to 86 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1000 – $1000 |
Average Price | No Data | $1180 |
Temperament Score | 91.2 percent | 50.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 160 | 112 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Ibizan Hound in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Spinone Italiano. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Ibizan Hound is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spinone Italiano is a better pet than the Ibizan Hound. So, you should get the Spinone Italiano!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most different:
The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano
The Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano.
Ibizan Hounds weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Ibizan Hounds are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 to 28 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos is 12.0 years.
Temperament of the Ibizan Hound Versus the Spinone Italiano
The Ibizan Hound has a better temperament than the Spinone Italiano.
This is because the temperament score for the Ibizan Hound is 91.2 percent while the temperament score for the Spinone Italiano is 50.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 91.2 percent, the Ibizan Hound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 50.0 percent, the Spinone Italiano has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano by measuring the temperaments of 34 Ibizan Hounds and 6 Spinone Italianos.
The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Spinone Italiano
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Spinone Italiano is more popular with dog owners than the Ibizan Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Ibizan Hound is 160 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Ibizan Hound
Popularity of Spinone Italiano
Year | Ibizan Hound Popularity Rank | Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 151 | 117 |
2014 | 159 | 118 |
2015 | 160 | 112 |
2016 | 152 | 105 |
2017 | 165 | 111 |
2018 | 152 | 109 |
2019 | 171 | 116 |
2020 | 171 | 110 |
Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Spinone Italiano
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Spinone Italiano is prone to more genetic health problems than the Ibizan Hound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Spinone Italiano than for the Ibizan Hound.
4 health tests are recommended for Ibizan Hound while 5 tests are recommended for the Spinone Italiano.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Ibizan Hounds and in Spinone Italianos.
Ibizan Hound Health Problems
Ibizan Hounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Ibizan Hound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Ibizan Hound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Ibizan Hound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Ibizan Hounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Ibizan Hounds here.
Spinone Italiano Health Problems
Spinone Italianos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Spinone Italiano puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Spinone Italiano puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Spinone Italiano breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Spinone Italianos for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Ibizan Hounds and Spinone Italianos
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Ibizan Hound Breed is Baer Hearing Test problems.
This is because the Ibizan Hound ranks 5 out of 21 dog breeds for Baer Hearing Test problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 402 Ibizan Hounds, 8 of them had Baer Hearing Test problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Ibizan Hounds, and how common these diseases are in Ibizan Hounds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Spinone Italiano Breed is Shoulder problems.
This is because the Spinone Italiano ranks 5 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Spinone Italianos, 2 of them had Shoulder problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Spinone Italianos, and how common these diseases are in Spinone Italianos relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Ibizan Hound and in Spinone Italiano and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano:
Disease | Ibizan Hound Rank | Spinone Italiano Rank |
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Baer Hearing Test problems | 5 out of 21 dog breeds | Not Common |
Congenital Cardiac problems | 5 out of 159 dog breeds | 20 out of 159 dog breeds |
Eyes problems | 15 out of 182 dog breeds | 164 out of 182 dog breeds |
Thyroid problems | 24 out of 115 dog breeds | 16 out of 115 dog breeds |
Hips problems | 193 out of 198 dog breeds | 77 out of 198 dog breeds |
Shoulder problems | Not Common | 5 out of 22 dog breeds |
Elbow problems | Not Common | 61 out of 144 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano
Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.
Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Spinone Italianos?
Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.
Spinone Italianos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano
Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.
Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Spinone Italianos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Spinone Italianos?
Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Spinone Italianos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Spinone Italiano
Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Spinone Italianos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Spinone Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Spinone Italianos?
Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spinone Italianos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Spinone Italianos?
Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.
Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Spinone Italiano?
Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Ibizan Hound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Ibizan Hound:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spinone Italiano that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Spinone Italiano:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Ibizan Hound and how the Spinone Italiano compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Spinone Italiano to other breeds:
Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound versus Vizsla Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Crested Ibizan Hound versus Gordon Setter Ibizan Hound versus Brussels Griffon Ibizan Hound versus Siberian Husky Ibizan Hound versus Redbone Coonhound Ibizan Hound versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Ibizan Hound versus American Staffordshire Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Papillon Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Ibizan Hound versus Spanish Mastiff Ibizan Hound versus Great Dane Ibizan Hound versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Ibizan Hound versus Stabyhoun Ibizan Hound versus Boykin Spaniel Ibizan Hound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Ibizan Hound versus Whippet Ibizan Hound versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Ibizan Hound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Ibizan Hound versus Bulldog Ibizan Hound versus Pyredoodle Ibizan Hound versus Frenchton Ibizan Hound versus Collie Ibizan Hound versus Havanese Ibizan Hound versus Affenpinscher
Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spinone Italiano versus Miniature Poodle Spinone Italiano versus Siberian Husky Spinone Italiano versus Redbone Coonhound Spinone Italiano versus Norwegian Buhund Spinone Italiano versus Briard Spinone Italiano versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Spinone Italiano versus Pharaoh Hound Spinone Italiano versus American Bulldog Spinone Italiano versus Shihpoo Spinone Italiano versus Japanese Chin Spinone Italiano versus Fila Brasileiro Spinone Italiano versus Mudi Spinone Italiano versus Great Pyrenees Spinone Italiano versus Australian Cattle Dog Spinone Italiano versus Beaglier Spinone Italiano versus Afador Spinone Italiano versus French Spaniel Spinone Italiano versus Morkie Spinone Italiano versus Azawakh Spinone Italiano versus Afghan Hound Spinone Italiano versus Saint Bernard Spinone Italiano versus Irish Setter Spinone Italiano versus Bichon Frise Spinone Italiano versus Boston Terrier
Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Ibizan Hound and the Spinone Italiano better suits you and your family.