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- Ibizan Hound Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus the Ibizan Hound
- Adopting the Ibizan Hound versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Do Ibizan Hounds Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Ibizan Hound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Ibizan Hound Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Ibizan Hound is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are Hound Dogs. This means both the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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.
Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Ibizan Hound to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Factor | Ibizan Hound | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
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| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 50 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $300 – $850 |
| Average Price | No Data | $620 |
| Temperament Score | 91.2 percent | 62.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 160 | 127 |
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Ibizan Hound is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds live longer than Ibizan Hounds.
Temperament of the Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus the Ibizan Hound
The Ibizan Hound has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Ibizan Hound is 91.2 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Ibizan Hound and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 34 Ibizan Hounds and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Adopting the Ibizan Hound versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Ibizan Hounds and many Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Copper is a Male Treeing Walker Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Copper that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Hank is an adorable Male Treeing Walker Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Ibizan Hounds and Treeing Walker Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Ibizan Hound versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Ibizan Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Year | Ibizan Hound Popularity Rank | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 151 | 101 |
| 2014 | 159 | 112 |
| 2015 | 160 | 117 |
| 2016 | 152 | 137 |
| 2017 | 165 | 131 |
| 2018 | 152 | 137 |
| 2019 | 171 | 129 |
| 2020 | 171 | 153 |
Health Problems of Ibizan Hound versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Ibizan Hounds and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Ibizan Hounds shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Ibizan Hound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Ibizan Hounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Ibizan Hound vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Ibizan Hounds good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Ibizan Hounds and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Ibizan Hound Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.
Is the Ibizan Hound Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Ibizan Hound or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Ibizan Hounds are OK for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Ibizan Hound and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Ibizan Hound and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:
Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Ibizan Hound versus Mastiff Ibizan Hound versus Clumber Spaniel Ibizan Hound versus Lagotto Romagnolo Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Ibizan Hound versus Gordon Setter Ibizan Hound versus Sheepadoodle Ibizan Hound versus Schnoodle Ibizan Hound versus Afghan Hound Ibizan Hound versus Tibetan Spaniel Ibizan Hound versus Bedlington Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Standard Schnauzer Ibizan Hound versus Chinese Shar-Pei Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano Ibizan Hound versus Dogo Argentino Ibizan Hound versus Cavapoo Ibizan Hound versus Finnish Lapphund Ibizan Hound versus Affenpinscher Ibizan Hound versus Australian Shepherd Ibizan Hound versus Braque du Bourbonnais Ibizan Hound versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Ibizan Hound versus Australian Terrier Ibizan Hound versus Affenhuahua Ibizan Hound versus Carolina Dog Ibizan Hound versus Schipperke Ibizan Hound versus Curly-Coated Retriever
Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.