A Detailed Comparison of the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon.

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Ibizan Hound Versus Shichon: Introduction

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

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

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 Shichon.

Ibizan Hound versus Shichon

Ibizan Hound versus Shichon: Overview

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

Ibizan Hound versus Shichon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Shichon 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 Shichon

Factor Ibizan Hound Shichon
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 18 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Height 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 12 inches
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Weight 45 to 50 pounds 9 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 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 15.0 years
Price Range No Data $1200 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1610
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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.

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

    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 Shichon 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 Shichon

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

  • Ibizan Hounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Shichons have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Shichons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon

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

  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon 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 Shichon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Ibizan Hound and the Shichon are very playful.

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

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

    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, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Shichon

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

    The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.

    Shichons live longer than Ibizan Hounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Shichon

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Shichons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Shichons?

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Shichon

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Shichons are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Shichons 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.

    Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?

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

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

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

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

    Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Shichon

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

    Shichons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Shichon?

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Shichons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Shichons?

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

    Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Shichons?

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

    Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Shichon?

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Shichons are fairly easy to train.

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

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.

    Shichons 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 Shichon vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Shichon vs Whippet.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon

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

  • Biewer Terrier (78 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Cockalier (83 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Ibizan Hound vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Shichon versus Labrador Retriever     Shichon versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Shichon versus Toy Fox Terrier     Shichon versus Airedale Terrier     Shichon versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Shichon versus Scottish Terrier     Shichon versus Pyredoodle     Shichon versus American Foxhound     Shichon versus Whoodle     Shichon versus English Springer Spaniel     Shichon versus Weimaraner     Shichon versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Shichon versus Chinook     Shichon versus Komondor     Shichon versus Golden Retriever     Shichon versus Bull Terrier     Shichon versus Miniature Poodle     Shichon versus Weimaraner     Shichon versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Shichon versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Shichon versus Peek A Poo     Shichon versus American Hairless Terrier     Shichon versus Schipperke     Shichon versus Newfoundland     Shichon versus Shiloh Shepherd     

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