Ibizan Hound Puppy And Dog Information
The Ibizan Hound is a quiet, fast dog that needs to be raised inside with her human family. She can jump almost any fence at a standstill and will run for miles until she feels like coming home. They are clean, gentle dogs but may do poorly with other pets and dogs. She may consider cats and small pets prey. She does very well with older children as long as she is socialized with them early on. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the Ibizan Hound is 22 to 29 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 42 to 55 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Ibizan Hound is no exception. Although a healthy breed, be on the look out for seizures and allergic reactions to chemicals and flea preparations. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
*Grooming. The Ibizan Hound has three coat varieties. All varieties need regular brushing. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat and help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her.
Her ears should be checked once a week and be kept clean. If you have her professionally groomed, make sure ear cleaning and inspection is part of the package. No water or excess fluid should get in the dogs ears, and do not try to irrigate the ears. Ear cleaning is too complicated and critical to instruct here. Look for hair growing in the ear canal, excess wax, or moisture. If her ears have a discharge, foul odor or she seems to be in distress and you suspect an infection, or tumor, consult your veterinarian.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
*Life Span. The Ibizan Hound can live between 10 and 12 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History. The Ibizan Hound comes from Spain, but they were originally owned by the Pharaohs in Egypt. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1978.
Some Registries:
* Ibizan Hound Club of America
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR = American Canine Registry
Litter Size: 6 to 12 Ibizan Hound puppies
Category: Hound
Terms To Describe: Sensitive, loyal, active, alert, fast, even-tempered, loyal, affectionate, keen, stamina
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
Good watch dog.
Highly intelligent.
A quiet dog.
Can jump fences.
Very fast runner.
Need to be controlled as they will run off.
They need to be raised inside with their human family.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
Poor guard dog.
May harass small pets.
Very sensitive to cold.
Can be willful.
*Other Names Known By: Podenco Ibicenco, Ca Eibisenc, Balaeric Dog, Galgo, Beezers
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
Mitch Endick
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Dogs Training Series Why Protect Your Dog From Fleas
You might think that fleas are nothing more than a minor irritant, like mosquitoes, but if you’ve ever seen a dog with a severe flea infestation, you’ll think otherwise.
Dogs can develop skin allergies, balding, skin rashes, dermatitis and other conditions including worms if fleas are not controlled. In severe cases, the dog will become restless.
Flea bite allergy is a common condition that causes the dog to scratch incessantly. If the scratching does not provide sufficient relief, the dog will bite at his skin and tear out patches of hair trying to get rid of the itch.
Dogs can become extremely irritated and sensitive to other disturbances, such as a family member attempting to play with the dog or even to pet him. Dogs in distress are likely to bite family members out of frustration.
It’s important, therefore, to make sure that your dog is clear of fleas. This can be difficult if your dog has the run of the yard or goes on frequent trips to the park or is allowed to run free. Fleas are everywhere and are spread by wild animals. Squirrels are a particularly troublesome source as they tend to carry them from nest to ground on a regular basis.
While it’s not feasible to eliminate fleas from your yard, it is relatively easy to rid them from inside your house and from your dog.
There are many products available that will do the trick. You can get flea collars for your pet, use a flea spray or bathe your dog with flea soap. Some products that you give your dog orally will protect your dog for up to a year. If you have multiple pets, treat them all so the fleas have nowhere to hide and cannot be transferred to your treated animals.
Of course, treating the dog isn’t enough. Fleas jump off your dog from time to time and hide in carpets, bedding, and other soft materials. If your dog has his own chair or is allowed on your furniture, the fleas will take refuge there until feeding time. Then, they will seek the closest source of food which includes humans, dogs and other household animals.
To be sure you get rid of as many fleas as possible, take the animal bedding outside and shake it out, then spray it well with a flea repellent. Better yet, wash it if possible. Spray into the carpets and along the baseboards of your rooms, especially those where the dog and any other house pets hang out.
Follow the directions on the flea treatment products for best results. It will likely take several treatments before the fleas are all gone, but they will return. It’s important to maintain monthly spraying during the warm months when fleas proliferate to ensure the best protection for your animals and your family.
Francis N. Tressler
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Is it true that dog flea medication can kill cats?
My dogs have fleas and I bought dog flea medication, but I haven’t used it ’cause I’m concerned about my cats. It’s a flea med called ‘advantage’. Help???
Yes, it’s true…for some products. It’s the permethrin in the dog flea product that’s the problem. It can be especially toxic to cats. Even more confusing is that it is sometimes found in products labeled safe for cats. (???)
Advantage, though, should be just fine. Just be sure not to give the dog’s dose to the cat. Get the feline version for the cat, since all animals in the home need to be treated, for effective flea control.
