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- Ibizan Hound Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
- Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
- Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog
- The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Ibizan Hound
- The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
- Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Portuguese Water Dog
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Water Dog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Ibizan Hound Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
Both the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog are similar in size. The Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Factor | Ibizan Hound | Portuguese Water Dog |
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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 | 10 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 | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 45 to 50 pounds | 35 to 60 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 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $2500 – $3300 |
Average Price | No Data | $2860 |
Temperament Score | 91.2 percent | 77.9 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 160 | 50 |
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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Portuguese Water Dog is not better or worse than the Ibizan Hound. So, you can get the Portuguese Water Dog or 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 Portuguese Water Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog
Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog
The Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog.
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, Portuguese Water Dogs weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Water Dogs are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog
The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is 12.0 years.
Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Ibizan Hound
The Ibizan Hound has a better temperament than the Portuguese Water Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Ibizan Hound is 91.2 percent while the temperament score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 77.9 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 77.9 percent, the Portuguese Water Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog by measuring the temperaments of 34 Ibizan Hounds and 163 Portuguese Water Dogs.
The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Portuguese Water Dog is more popular with dog owners than the Ibizan Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Portuguese Water Dog is 50 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Ibizan Hound is 160 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of Ibizan Hound
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Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
Year | Ibizan Hound Popularity Rank | Portuguese Water Dog Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 151 | 49 |
2014 | 159 | 52 |
2015 | 160 | 52 |
2016 | 152 | 51 |
2017 | 165 | 54 |
2018 | 152 | 50 |
2019 | 171 | 49 |
2020 | 171 | 49 |
Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Ibizan Hound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Portuguese Water Dog than for the Ibizan Hound.
4 health tests are recommended for Ibizan Hound while 11 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Water Dog.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Ibizan Hounds and in Portuguese Water Dogs.
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.
Portuguese Water Dog Health Problems
Portuguese Water Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Water Dogs here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Ibizan Hounds and Portuguese Water Dogs
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 Portuguese Water Dog Breed is Early Onset Pra problems.
This is because the Portuguese Water Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Early Onset Pra problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 788 Portuguese Water Dogs, 0 of them had Early Onset Pra problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Portuguese Water Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Portuguese Water Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Ibizan Hound and in Portuguese Water Dog and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Ibizan Hound and the Portuguese Water Dog:
Disease | Ibizan Hound Rank | Portuguese Water Dog 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 | Not Common |
Eyes problems | 15 out of 182 dog breeds | 140 out of 182 dog breeds |
Thyroid problems | 24 out of 115 dog breeds | 59 out of 115 dog breeds |
Hips problems | 193 out of 198 dog breeds | 94 out of 198 dog breeds |
Early Onset Pra problems | Not Common | 1 out of 1 dog breeds |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | Not Common | 15 out of 32 dog breeds |
Elbow problems | Not Common | 111 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog
Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.
Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
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.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Portuguese Water Dog
Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dog?
Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Portuguese Water Dogs?
Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.
Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Portuguese Water Dogs 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Water Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Ibizan Hound and how the Portuguese Water Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Portuguese Water Dog to other breeds:
Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound versus Kai Ken Ibizan Hound versus Dachshund Ibizan Hound versus Doberman Pinscher Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Ibizan Hound versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Ibizan Hound versus Yorkshire Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Lakeland Terrier Ibizan Hound versus French Bulldog Ibizan Hound versus Pomeranian Ibizan Hound versus Goldendoodle Ibizan Hound versus Beaglier Ibizan Hound versus Great Dane Ibizan Hound versus Neapolitan Mastiff Ibizan Hound versus Dalmatian Ibizan Hound versus Affenpinscher Ibizan Hound versus Samoyed Ibizan Hound versus Pomeranian Ibizan Hound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Ibizan Hound versus Azawakh Ibizan Hound versus Mudi Ibizan Hound versus Alaskan Malamute Ibizan Hound versus Miniature Pinscher Ibizan Hound versus Barbet Ibizan Hound versus Cane Corso Ibizan Hound versus Beagle
Portuguese Water Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Portuguese Water Dog versus Barbet Portuguese Water Dog versus Vizsla Portuguese Water Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Portuguese Water Dog versus Shiloh Shepherd Portuguese Water Dog versus Basenji Portuguese Water Dog versus Bloodhound Portuguese Water Dog versus American Pit Bull Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Bichon Frise Portuguese Water Dog versus Shetland Sheepdog Portuguese Water Dog versus Giant Schnauzer Portuguese Water Dog versus Weimaraner Portuguese Water Dog versus Field Spaniel Portuguese Water Dog versus Standard Schnauzer Portuguese Water Dog versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Portuguese Water Dog versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Estrela Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Kerry Blue Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Chi-Poo Portuguese Water Dog versus Pyredoodle Portuguese Water Dog versus Great Pyrenees Portuguese Water Dog versus Whoodle Portuguese Water Dog versus Irish Setter Portuguese Water Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer Portuguese Water Dog versus Bulldog
Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog better suits you and your family.