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Name	Ibizan Hound	Kooikerhondje	Norwegian Buhund
Origins	Spain	Netherlands	Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ibizan Warren Hound Podenco Ibicenco Ca Eivissenc	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Norwegian Sheepdog Norsk Buhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which is the smallest dog, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Kooikerhondje? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund weight comparison:	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg)
Height Which is taller, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund height comparison:	22-29 inches (56-74 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm)

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Frequent: The Ibizan Hound is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund trainability comparison.	Ibizan Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Ibizan Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Ibizan Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Independent Clownish Intelligent Engaging	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Funny Loving Agile Energetic Courageous Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	High: Ibizan Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Norwegian Buhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund social needs comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Ibizan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Ibizan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund playfulness comparison:	Average: Ibizan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	Average: The Ibizan Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Ibizan Hound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kooikerhondje indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Ibizan Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwegian Buhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ibizan Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Buhund bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Ibizan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Norwegian Buhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund mouthiness comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	The Ibizan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Bloat Deafness Seizures Thyroid Disorder	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Eye Problems Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Ibizan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund lifespan comparison. How long do Ibizan Hound, Kooikerhondje and Norwegian Buhund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Ibizan Hound: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund energy level comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Ibizan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Ibizan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Ibizan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund coat comparison:	Wiry Smooth	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Ibizan Hound, Kooikerhondje and Norwegian Buhund color?	Red White	Red White Orange	Black Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund grooming comparison:	Average: The Ibizan Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or {name3 shedding:	Ibizan Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	Medium ⏺ The Ibizan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Buhund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Ibizan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwegian Buhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Ibizan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Ibizan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund?	Ibizan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	Yes Ibizan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwegian Buhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Ibizan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Ibizan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Ibizan Hound or Kooikerhondje or Norwegian Buhund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund?	Not really Ibizan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Ibizan Hound and Kooikerhondje and Norwegian Buhund have?	6-12 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Ibizan Hound vs Kooikerhondje vs Norwegian Buhund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1978 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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