Active
Engaging
Intelligent
Clownish
Independent
Stubborn

Playful
Independent
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Selfish

Ibizan Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bascotties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Bascotties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Ibiza

United States

sighthound

Scottish Terrier and Basset Hound

ancient times

2000s

While the Ibizan Hound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bascotties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Bascotties are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Bascottie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Ibizan Hounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bascotties need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Bascotties have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Bascottie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

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

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.

Bascotties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

Bascotties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Bascotties are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

Ibizan Hounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bascotties are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.