Animal Planet World Famous Dog Appreciation - Ibiza Hound!

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The Ibiza Hound originated in 3000 BC, with ancient origins, and similar images of hounds have been found in Egypt, dating back 5,000 years. These smooth-skinned hounds were probably brought to the Spanish island of Ibiza by traders between 700 and 800 BC and were widely bred on the surrounding islands for the purpose of catching small animals such as hares and for other purposes. Still very fast in complex terrain, hunting with sight, hearing and smell, and can hunt at night, with instructions and the ability to retrieve prey. Or delightful companion dogs and display dogs. It is very similar to the pharaonic hounds of the same Egyptian origin, but are larger and can be in a variety of different colors. The breed was fully recognized by the American Dog Owners Association (AKC) in 1979.

Basic information

Aliases: Ibiza Hound, Ibizan Retriever

English name: Ibizan Hound

Weight: (male) 50 lbs (female) 45 lbs

Size: (male) 23.5 to 27.5 inches (female) 22.5 to 26 inches

Country of Origin: Spain

Ibiza Hound Feeding:

1, three meals a day to solve, whether it is pet dog food, or meals eaten at home, can be used to solve the three meals of the Ibisha Hound, do not let the pet dog hungry, let the dog eat bones and so on.

2, reasonable feeding, feeding method and food synthesis is as important. Therefore, when feeding commercial food, it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions of the merchant.

3, give the dog to drink a lot of water, at any time to the Ibisha Hound to drink cold water, and to change the water frequently, the average kilogram of body weight per day consumption of water at least 60 ml, and puppies, nursing female dogs, working dogs or hot climates consume more water.

4, to solve the problem of Ibisha hound bathing, every three days to take a bath, keep the body clean, bathing as far as possible to use warm water, to prevent colds, etc., these must be done well.

5, walking, every day to take the Ibisha Hound out for a run. Walking is very important for the Ibiza Hound to exercise a strong body.

6. Regularly trim the hair and toenails of the Ibisha Hound every month, and squeeze the glands. The ears of the Ibiza Hound are prone to build up dirty things, so pay attention to care.