Most dogs, especially those that enjoy running, jumping, leaping, and frolicking outdoors, are generally athletic in nature. These dogs, more often than not, attract dog lovers who are also into outdoor and physical activities. Among all the dog breeds, the hounds are some of those that truly love the outdoors. They were bred primarily for hunting, and they are active and energetic in nature. Hounds are generally quite vigorous and they can never be confined in enclosed spaces for very long. Because of their love for physical activities, hound dogs should be provided with large yards so that they can exercise their vigor at all times.

One of the hound breeds that could be considered more athletic than the rest is the Ibizan Hound. The athletic prowess and agility of this breed is quite unbelievable. If you are the owner of an Ibizan Hound, you will know that it is a dexterous creature with a remarkable vertical extension. It has the ability to leap quite comfortably onto the counters of your kitchen as well as hop over the gates of your children's playpen. It can even scour the top of a refrigerator clean. This amazing jumping ability makes the Ibizan quite an athlete that can be compared to the high jumpers in track and field events.

The athletic prowess of an Ibizan Hound could clearly be seen when it assumes its role as a hunter. The exceptional agility and speed it displays when going after a quarry will impress any hunter. This dog's ability to leap from standing position to relatively high places also goes to show how athletic it can be. Even its ability to twist around in mid-air and change direction is decidedly an athletic ability that can only be found in the most dedicated human athletes. An Ibizan Hound is also very graceful when it is in motion, with light strides and exceptional balance.

With its tremendous energy and vigor, an Ibizan Hound ranks among the most athletic of dogs. It is also known for its outstanding stamina, and it can outlast most dogs in a long-distance race. When it comes to athletic events in dog shows, the Ibizan will usually score well. There are certainly not many dogs in the world that can compare with the Ibizan Hound in terms of agility and athleticism.

With all the physical attributes that an Ibizan Hound possesses, it can make its owner proud in many ways. If you consider the things that the Ibizan can accomplish if given the proper training and motivation, you will know how valuable this dog can be to its owner. With the blazing trails that this breed of dog is leaving in its wake, it could be very soon that more and more people will know of its true worth.