Beagle tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Ibizan Hound has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Friendly
Independent
Lively
Sweet
Gentle
Intelligent
Loving

Active
Engaging
Intelligent
Clownish
Independent
Stubborn

Avoid Beagles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Ibizan Hounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

England

Ibiza

Talbot Hound, North Country Beagle, Southern Hound

sighthound

1300s

ancient times

Hound (AKC:1885)
Scenthound (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1978)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Blue
Brown
Isabella

Pied
White
Brown
Red
Black

Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Ibizan Hounds have short coats.

A Beagle can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Ibizan Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Beagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Ibizan Hounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Epilepsy

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Thrombopathia

Eye
Hip
Heart
MRI
Full Body Physical Examination

Blood Test
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Beagles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Ibizan Hounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Ibizan Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Ibizan Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Ibizan Hounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Beagle dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

While Ibizan Hound dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Beagles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Ibizan Hounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beagle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ibizan Hound, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Beagles usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Ibizan Hounds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Beagle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Ibizan Hound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Beagle feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Ibizan Hound feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Beagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of an Ibizan Hound is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Beagle is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Ibizan Hound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Beagle has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Ibizan Hounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Ibizan Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Beagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Ibizan Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Beagles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Ibizan Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Ibizan Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Ibizan Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Ibizan Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.