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Ibizan Hounds are athletic sighthounds who love their owners. They can jump over tall obstacles, like fences, to gain the freedom they need to join in the chase. Ibizan Hounds are a little shy around new people, but they will show their silly and affectionate side once you get to know them. Full-grown, they typically weigh 45-50 pounds and stand 22-28 inches tall.

Ibizan Hounds are generally okay with older children who know how to handle dogs. If you raise an Ibizan hound around cats or small dogs, they can get along, but you should keep an eye on them when they are playing together, and they should never be allowed to play together outside. Ibizan Hounds get along well with children if they’re used to being around them, but otherwise can get scared by a child’s loud noises and play. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Ibizan Hounds like to chase. They are naturally athletic and are great competitors in the doggie sports like lure coursing, where they chase a mechanical lure. You should plan to give an Ibizan Hound about a half hour of exercise every day. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

Ibizan Hounds have either a short, smooth coat or a wire-haired coat. They clean themselves often, but you should also brush them once or twice a week to remove dead hair. The wire-haired coat sheds slightly more than the smooth coat, but you can cut back on hair around your house by brushing more often. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Ibizan Hounds are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Ibizan Hounds fit best in homes that have a safe yard where they can run around in. They like to have an outdoors space for play, but need to live inside with their families. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.