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Name	Ibizan Hound	Otterhound	Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Origins	Spain	England	Poland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ibizan Warren Hound Podenco Ibicenco Ca Eivissenc	Otter Dog	Nizinny Valee Sheepdog Polski Owczarek Nizinny
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Otterhound? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)	30-50 pounds (14-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)	40 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog height comparison:	22-29 inches (56-74 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)	16-20 inches (41-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$600	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Frequent: The Ibizan Hound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Ibizan Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Ibizan Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? 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.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Stubborn Independent Clownish Intelligent Engaging	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Agile Lively Outright Tempered Selfish Confidence Perceptive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	High: Ibizan Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. 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.	Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Average: Ibizan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Average: The Ibizan Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog barks occasionally. 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 Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Ibizan Hound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	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.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ibizan Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	The Ibizan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Polish Lowland Sheepdogs 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Bloat Deafness Seizures Thyroid Disorder	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	No data available
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.	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Polish Lowland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Ibizan Hound, Otterhound and Polish Lowland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Ibizan Hound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Polish Lowland Sheepdog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	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 Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Polish Lowland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Ibizan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Ibizan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Ibizan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Ibizan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog coat comparison:	Wiry Smooth	Rough Waterproof	Fluffy Shaggy
Colors What are the original Ibizan Hound, Otterhound and Polish Lowland Sheepdog color?	Red White	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Average: The Ibizan Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:	Ibizan Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Ibizan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Ibizan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Ibizan Hound or Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Ibizan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Yes Ibizan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Otterhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Polish Lowland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Ibizan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?	Not really Ibizan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Otterhound and Polish Lowland Sheepdog have?	6-12 puppies	4-7 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Ibizan Hound vs Otterhound vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2001 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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