If you are an owner of an Ibizan Hound, then you will have many wonderful stories to tell about your dog's history. This is because the Ibizan is considered an ancient dog that was owned by the Pharaohs of Egypt in the past. It was in the 8th century when the Ibizan was brought to the Balearic Islands by traders, so that it could be used to hunt for rabbits. This ancient dog breed remained in the islands unspoiled for the next 2000 years. Because of its colorful history and exceptional elegance and athletic abilities, the Ibizan Hound will naturally draw the attention of dog lovers. Here are some unusual facts about the Ibizan that may be of interest to you.
Did you know that the full-sized statue Anubis looks nearly the same as the Ibizan Hound of today? The Anubis, which is also known as the "Watchdog of the Dead", was found in 1922 amidst the treasures of Tutankhamen's tomb. It was proven that the tomb was quite a treasure trove. The statue of Anubis portrays a dog that resembles the Ibizan Hound in outline as well as features.
Did you know that Phoenician sailors were the ones who brought the Ibizan Hound to the Ibiza island? Ibizan Hounds arrived on the Ibiza Island during the 8th century. At that time, they were used as hunters for small game and other purposes. Hannibal greatly favored these dogs, and he brought a few of them on his famed trip across the Alps.
Did you also know that the history of the Ibizan Hound could be traced back to sometime in 3400 BC and that it was only in 1971 that the dog entered into regular classes at the American Kennel Club (AKC)? Despite being one of the oldest breeds in the world, the Ibizan Hound was still relatively unknown to the American dog loving public until the AKC admitted the breed for regular classes in 1971.
Did you know that a litter of eight puppies were born to the first ever Ibizan hound breed brought to the United States on September 3, 1956? Colonel and Mrs. Consuelo Seoane were the ones who first imported the first two Ibizans into the US. These two hounds were called Hannibal and Tanit.
Did you know that it was not until 1992 that the Ibizan Hound Club of the United States became a member club of the AKC? The Ibizan Hound gained specialty show status in the very same year of its membership.
There are many other amazing facts about the Ibizan Hound that you can discover. As you continue to find more information about the Ibizan, you will definitely be convinced that this amazing breed dog is indeed in a class of its own.
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