Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Frenchton Versus Ibizan Hound: Introduction
- Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound: Overview
- Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound
- The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound
- Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Ibizan Hound?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound
- Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Ibizan Hounds?
- Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Ibizan Hound
- Do Frenchtons shed more than Ibizan Hounds?
- Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Ibizan Hound?
- Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Ibizan Hounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Ibizan Hounds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Frenchton Versus Ibizan Hound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound 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 Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound 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 Frenchton and for the Ibizan Hound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound
Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound: Overview
A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, 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.
Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Frenchton to the Ibizan Hound 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.
| Factor | Frenchton | Ibizan Hound |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 11 to 14 inches | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Weight | 15 to 25 pounds | 45 to 50 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1650 – $2500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
|
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 Ibizan Hound. 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 a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Ibizan Hound is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Ibizan Hound. So, you should get the Frenchton!
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 Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound
Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound
The Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound.
Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Ibizan Hounds weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Ibizan Hounds are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound
Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.
Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
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.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound
Frenchtons drool moderately.
Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Ibizan Hounds?
Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.
Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Ibizan Hound
Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Do Frenchtons shed more than Ibizan Hounds?
Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.
Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons are very easy to train.
Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.
Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.
Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Ibizan Hounds?
Frenchtons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Ibizan Hounds?
Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.
Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Ibizan Hound?
Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:
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 Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Ibizan Hound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Ibizan Hound to other breeds:
Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds
Frenchton versus Pekingese Frenchton versus Sloughi Frenchton versus Afghan Hound Frenchton versus Spanish Mastiff Frenchton versus Neapolitan Mastiff Frenchton versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Frenchton versus Havanese Frenchton versus Valley Bulldog Frenchton versus Rottweiler Frenchton versus Icelandic Sheepdog
Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound versus Lhasapoo Ibizan Hound versus Frenchton Ibizan Hound versus Cockalier Ibizan Hound versus Chorkie Ibizan Hound versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Ibizan Hound versus Cavapoo Ibizan Hound versus Shih Tzu Ibizan Hound versus Bolognese Ibizan Hound versus Shihpoo Ibizan Hound versus Toy Poodle
Conclusion: Frenchton versus Ibizan Hound. 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 Frenchton and the Ibizan Hound better suits you and your family.