Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Deerhound or Ibizan Warren Hound?

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Name	Scottish Deerhound	Ibizan Hound
Origins	Scotland	Spain
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	168	165
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deerhound	Ibizan Warren Hound Podenco Ibicenco Ca Eivissenc
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Is the Scottish Deerhound bigger than the Ibizan Hound breed? Is a Scottish Deerhound smaller than an Ibizan Hound?	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound weight comparison:	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Is a Scottish Deerhound taller than an Ibizan Hound?	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	22-29 inches (56-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	30 inches (76 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Scottish Deerhound and Ibizan Hound?	$1000-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Ibizan Hound is easier than average to get.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound smarter? Which is best? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound 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.
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Trainability Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still	Active Stubborn Independent Clownish Intelligent Engaging
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Ibizan Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound social needs comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound playfulness comparison:	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Ibizan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Ibizan Hound 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 Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Ibizan Hound breed.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Ibizan Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ibizan Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Scottish Deerhound more dangerous than an Ibizan Hound?	Low 🔽 The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Ibizan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound mouthiness comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Ibizan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound health problems comparison:	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Bloat Deafness Seizures Thyroid Disorder
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Ibizan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Deerhound and Ibizan Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Scottish Deerhound and Ibizan Hound?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Ibizan Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound energy level comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Ibizan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Ibizan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Does the Scottish Deerhound breed eat more than the Ibizan Hound breed?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Ibizan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound coat comparison:	Wiry	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original Scottish Deerhound and Ibizan Hound color? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound color comparison:	Gray Blue Brindle	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Ibizan Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Do Scottish Deerhound dogs shed more than Ibizan Hound dogs?	Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Ibizan Hound 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: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Ibizan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Ibizan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Ibizan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? Can a Scottish Deerhound and an Ibizan Hound be friends? Do Scottish Deerhound dogs get along with Ibizan Hound dogs?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Yes Scottish Deerhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Ibizan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Ibizan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Ibizan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Scottish Deerhound or Ibizan Hound? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Ibizan Hound 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.
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.

Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Scottish Deerhound and Ibizan Hound have? Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Scottish Deerhound vs Ibizan Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1978 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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