Differences and Similarities between the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound.

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Ibizan Hound Versus Italian Greyhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound? 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 Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound. 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 Italian Greyhound.

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 Italian Greyhound.

Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound

Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Italian Greyhound is a small-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 Italian Greyhound belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound

Factor Ibizan Hound Italian Greyhound
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 14 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 50 pounds 6 to 15 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
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 14.5 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2250
Average Price No Data $1930
Temperament Score 91.2 percent 81.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination at 36 months, recommend annual testing to age 10
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 160 70
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 53 60

    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 Italian Greyhound. 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 Italian Greyhound is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Ibizan Hound is a better pet than the Italian Greyhound. So, you should get the Ibizan Hound!

    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 Italian Greyhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound

    The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound

    The Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are most similar:

  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound.

    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, Italian Greyhounds weigh 6 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Italian Greyhounds are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound

    The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is between 14 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is 14.5 years.

    Italian Greyhounds live longer than Ibizan Hounds.

    Temperament of the Ibizan Hound Versus the Italian Greyhound

    The Ibizan Hound has a better temperament than the Italian Greyhound.

    This is because the temperament score for the Ibizan Hound is 91.2 percent while the temperament score for the Italian Greyhound is 81.5 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 81.5 percent, the Italian Greyhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound by measuring the temperaments of 34 Ibizan Hounds and 54 Italian Greyhounds.

    Adopting the Ibizan Hound versus Adopting the Italian Greyhound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Ibizan Hounds and many Italian Greyhounds are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Ibizan Hound named Ibizan Hounds (Nationally Located) that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Ibizan Hounds like Ibizan Hounds (Nationally Located) on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Ibizan Hounds, Italian Greyhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Beamer (Houston) is a Male Italian Greyhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Italian Greyhounds like Beamer (Houston) that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Massimo (Houston) is an adorable Male Italian Greyhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Ibizan Hounds and Italian Greyhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Ibizan Hound versus the Intelligence of the Italian Greyhound

    Ibizan Hound Italian Greyhound
    Intelligence Rank 53 out of 130 dog breeds 60 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Ibizan Hound has an obedience intelligence rank of 53 out of 130 dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Ibizan Hounds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Italian Greyhound has an obedience intelligence rank of 60 out of 130 dog breeds. The Italian Greyhound belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Italian Greyhounds tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Ibizan Hound is more intelligent than the Italian Greyhound.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Italian Greyhound

    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 Italian Greyhound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Italian Greyhound is more popular with dog owners than the Ibizan Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Italian Greyhound is 70 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 Ibizan Hound

    Popularity of Italian Greyhound

    Popularity of Italian Greyhound

    Year Ibizan Hound Popularity Rank Italian Greyhound Popularity Rank
    2013 151 66
    2014 159 74
    2015 160 71
    2016 152 72
    2017 165 74
    2018 152 73
    2019 171 67
    2020 171 69

    Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Italian Greyhound

    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 Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Ibizan Hound.

    4 health tests are recommended for Ibizan Hound while 4 tests are recommended for the Italian Greyhound.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Ibizan Hounds and in Italian Greyhounds.

    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:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Ibizan Hounds here.

    Italian Greyhound Health Problems

    Italian Greyhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhounds for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination at 36 months, recommend annual testing to age 10
  • Hip Dysplasia/Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Italian Greyhounds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Ibizan Hounds and Italian Greyhounds

    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:

  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 5 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 5 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 15 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 24 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 193 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • 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 Italian Greyhound Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    This is because the Italian Greyhound ranks 3 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 96 Italian Greyhounds, 4 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Italian Greyhounds, and how common these diseases are in Italian Greyhounds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 3 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 30 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 58 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 62 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Ibizan Hound and in Italian Greyhound and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Ibizan Hound and the Italian Greyhound:

    Disease Ibizan Hound Rank Italian Greyhound Rank
    Baer Hearing Test problems 5 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 5 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 15 out of 182 dog breeds 30 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 24 out of 115 dog breeds 58 out of 115 dog breeds
    Hips problems 193 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 3 out of 32 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 62 out of 145 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 Italian Greyhound

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Italian Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Italian Greyhounds?

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

    Italian Greyhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Italian Greyhound

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Italian Greyhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Italian Greyhound?

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Italian Greyhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Italian Greyhound?

    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.

    Italian Greyhounds 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 Italian Greyhounds?

    Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Italian Greyhounds bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Italian Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Italian Greyhound

    Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Italian Greyhounds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Italian Greyhounds 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 Italian Greyhound?

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Italian Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Italian Greyhounds?

    Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Italian Greyhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Italian Greyhounds?

    Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Italian Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Italian Greyhound?

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Italian Greyhounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Italian Greyhound?

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Italian Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Italian Greyhound?

    Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.

    Italian Greyhounds 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:

  • Sloughi (79 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Italian Greyhound vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Italian Greyhound vs Whippet.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Italian Greyhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Italian Greyhound 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 Italian Greyhound:

  • Whippet (78 percent match with Italian Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Whippet.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Ibizan Hound and how the Italian Greyhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Italian Greyhound to other breeds:

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Italian Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Italian Greyhound. 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 Italian Greyhound better suits you and your family.