Breed Comparison: Ibizan Hound Versus Kooikerhondje

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Ibizan Hound Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

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

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 Kooikerhondje.

Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje

Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are similar in size. The Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are both medium-sized dogs.

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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje

Factor Ibizan Hound Kooikerhondje
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 50 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Ibizan Hound is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Kooikerhondjes can tolerate cold weather.
  • Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Ibizan Hounds get along well with other dogs. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom. However, Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje

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

    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, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje

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

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Kooikerhondjes live longer than Ibizan Hounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Kooikerhondje

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Kooikerhondje

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Kooikerhondje?

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    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.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Kooikerhondje

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

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje?

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK 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 Kooikerhondje vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Whippet.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

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