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Ibizan Hound
España FCI 89 . Primitive type - Hunting Dogs

Ca Eivissenc

The Ibizan Hound is one of the medium sized Greyhound, very similar to Pharaoh Hound.

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History

El Ca Eivissenco o “Ibizan Hound”, It is a breed canine Spanish Ibiza (Spain). It gets its name from the island Ibiza, belonging to the Group of islands in the Balearic Islands, bathed by the Mediterranean.

This dog, has a highly developed sense of sight and hearing, that is why he has been assigned to hunting, especially in the rabbit, both day and night.

It is a type of primitive and rustic dog, considered one of the oldest breeds that exist and can be seen the tombs of the Pharaohs and museums whose first signs can be traced back to the 3.400 A.C.

The Ibizan Hound is one of the medium sized Greyhound, very similar to Pharaoh Hound. Without a doubt a descendant of the old Egypt dogs, that's what the written theories about race say..

The origin of this breed is Spain, comes from the island of Ibiza. The city of Ibiza was founded in the 654 A.C. by the Carthaginians and it is a conjecture establishes the possibility that the first settlers took with them their dogs of Egyptian origin for simple company and to hunt the rabbits that were abundant on the island.

But various genetic studies carried out in recent years have come to the conclusion that contrary to the widespread belief that the podenco is a type of primitive dog imported a few years ago 3.000 the area of middle years, These dogs really are close genetic relationship with the rest of European hunting dogs and are not more “primitive” that most of them… The researcher Antoni Pedro Marí, details different aspects of the morphology, ethology and ecology of Ca Eivissenc in his work Native Races of the Pitiüses.

Did you know??

The resemblance of the Ibizan with representations of the Egyptian god Anubis dog is one of the reasons why it is often thought to be an ancient race.

Physical characteristics

Elegant and agile, with an athletic and attractive outline, and with an elastic trot.

The Ibizan Hound has a long, narrow head, sharp cone-shaped; the skull is long and narrow with a little pronounced Stop. The ears must be straight, towards front and very mobile; oblique eyes, small and always amber clear.

The nose is flesh-colored and usually be taken into account to determine the purity of the breed. The color will always be blanco-marron, Blanco-leonado or unicolor, although this last possibility is more rare to find them. The weight varies between the 18 and 24 Kg, Depending on whether it's a male or a female, as well as if he is too well or poorly fed. With regard to the height of the dog there are also many disputes since fashion has at times imposed more slender and tall dogs that the found in the Pitiusas Islands.

The current standard is one height of between 66 and 72 cm., It is very far from reality and the first official standard. The dogs that are bred in Ibiza and Formentera are shorter than the maximum height allowed.

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Character and skills

Pet is an excellent. Very easy to maintain when treated well and will respect your space. He is a dog that thinks for himself and there are times when he prefers not to have to show his appreciation to his master or be appreciated.; just let it quiet. It requires patience when it is trained.

It is not recommendable for the home where children are (He has no patience and is very independent). Generally does not get along well with other pets. Can maintain you in apartment or House, When receive plenty of daily exercise.

Characteristics "Ibizan Hound"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Ibizan Hound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION: 89
  • Group 5: Spitz and primitive types
  • Section 7: Primitive type - Hunting Dogs. Without working trial..

Federations:

  • Federations: FCI , AKC , ANKC , CKC , ​KC , NZKC , UKC


  • FCI breed standard "Ibizan Hound"

    FCIFCI - Ibizan Hound
    Warren hound

    Alternative names:

    1. Ibizan Warren Hound, Ca Eivissenc, IBIZAN PODENCO (English).
    2. Chien de garenne des Baléares (French).
    3. Ca Eivissenc (German).
    4. Podenco ibicenico (Portuguese).
    5. Ca Eivissenc (español).

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