Breed Comparison: Ibizan Hound Versus Saint Berdoodle

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Ibizan Hound Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Saint Berdoodle.

Ibizan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Ibizan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle

Factor Ibizan Hound Saint Berdoodle
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 8 to 12 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 15 to 30 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 50 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 10.0 years
Price Range No Data $1500 – $2500
Average Price No Data $2020
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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

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

    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 Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Saint Berdoodles can tolerate cold weather.
  • Ibizan Hounds adapt well to apartment living. However, Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Saint Berdoodle are very easy to groom.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    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, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle

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

    The lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    Ibizan Hounds live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Saint Berdoodle

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Saint Berdoodle?

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Saint Berdoodle?

    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.

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

    Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

    Saint Berdoodles 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 Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Berdoodles 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 Saint Berdoodle?

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.

    Saint Berdoodles 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 Saint Berdoodle vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Saint Berdoodle vs Whippet.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus American Water Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Manchester Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Scottish Deerhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Bullmastiff     Saint Berdoodle versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Scottish Deerhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Kai Ken     Saint Berdoodle versus Norwegian Buhund     Saint Berdoodle versus Weimaraner     Saint Berdoodle versus Bolognese     Saint Berdoodle versus German Longhaired Pointer     Saint Berdoodle versus Boerboel     Saint Berdoodle versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Bearded Collie     Saint Berdoodle versus Shih Tzu     Saint Berdoodle versus Great Pyrenees     Saint Berdoodle versus Lhasapoo     Saint Berdoodle versus French Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Pomsky     Saint Berdoodle versus Samoyed     Saint Berdoodle versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Saint Berdoodle versus Field Spaniel     Saint Berdoodle versus Schipperke     

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