Tall, smooth lines, bright coat... When you hear these adjectives, what kind of dog comes to your mind, Doberman? Whippet? However, what the editor wants to introduce to you today is it-the Ibizan Hound.
The Ibizan Hound is known as one of the most graceful dog breeds. It has keen vision, a keen sense of smell, and amazing jumping ability. It is an extremely excellent hunting dog. Nowadays, more and more people Raise it as a caring companion dog and guard dog. Do you suddenly want to know more about it? Then follow the editor's rhythm and continue reading!
First Come get to know it - Appearance of the Ibizan Hound
Shape: Body length 100-120 cm, height 59-80 cm, weight 18-26 kg. The body of the Ibizan Hound is clear-cut, slender and smooth, with neat bones and strong muscles. There is no sign of heaviness. In addition to its strong figure, it also has an elegant temperament like a deer.
Head:The head of the Ibizan Hound is long and flat, with prominent occiput; eyes are small and slanted, ranging in color from clear amber to caramel; nose Prominent, with sufficient or partial pigmentation, the color is rose red, not black or liver color, usually matching the coat color; large ears are upright and natural, highly flexible, and can turn at will according to mood, even fold to the back, from the front Observe that the height of the ears is about 2.5 times the width of the ear base; the muzzle is long, the lips are thin and tight, and the teeth are a perfect scissor bite.
Trunk:The Ibizan Hound has tight skin; the neck is long, slightly arched, but the muscles are strong and flat; the back is straight, and the topline is smooth from ears to tail. Smooth; the chest is long and deep, the sternum angle is sharp and prominent, the deepest position of the chest is behind the ribs, close to or reaching the depth of the ribs; the ribs are slightly elastic; the abdomen is lifted, but not excessively; the waist has a very slight arch, Medium width and muscular; croup slightly sloping; tail set low, flexible in curl or extension.
, the shoulder blades are tilted backward; the elbows are positioned further forward than the deepest part of the chest; the pasterns are strong and flexible, slightly inclined, and the tendons are clear; the feet are rabbit-like, with long toes, compact and strong, white toenails, and toes The gaps between them are protected by hair.
Coat:The coat colors of the Ibizan Hound are primarily white and red (either solid or in any combination). There are two types of coat: short-haired and bristle-type. The short-haired type has the shortest hair on the head and ears, and the longest hair under the tail and behind the thighs. The bristle-type hair is 1 to 3 inches long and may have many tentacles, more The hair on the back, behind the thighs and tail is treated equally for both coat types.
Let’s learn more about it - the origin and character of the Ibizan hound
Pedigree source:The Ibizan hound has a long history, before the Era 3000 years ago, it was a hound used by Egyptian kings for hunting. In 1922, when digging the pharaoh's tomb, it was discovered that the Ibizan hound was carved into a stone statue and served as a guardian dog for the deceased; in the 8th century BC, Phoenician trade Businessmen brought it from Egypt to the Spanish territory of Iberia; in 1956, the United States imported this hound and named it after Iberia.
Characteristics:The Ibizan Hound is calm, friendly and loyal, versatile and adaptable, making it a good family pet or an excellent competitor in dog shows. In the wilderness, they can show enthusiasm and natural hunting instinct, have great perseverance, and are very courageous.
Take it away at the end - Tips for buying Ibizan hounds
Distinctive outlines with lines, long and narrow conical head;
Rose flesh-colored big nose, flexible erect ears and small eyes;
The trunk is strong and tight, the limbs are strong and elastic;
The tail is slender and rabbit feet, and the colors can be any combination of red and white;
You must have a pure bloodline and a vaccine certificate;
If you don’t match it in one place, you will be disqualified and you will have to leave and change your family!
Dear dog lovers, hurry up and find a perfect Ibizan Hound with these tips!