Is the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound better for families with children?

Both the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Ibizan Hound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound?

The Curly-Coated Retriever sheds more than the Ibizan Hound. If shedding is a concern, the Ibizan Hound is the lower-maintenance choice.

Which is easier to train, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound bigger?

Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are a similar size (Large).

Which barks more, Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound?

For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.

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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Ibizan Hound: full comparison

Trait	Curly-Coated Retriever	Ibizan Hound
Size	Large	Large
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	Medium	Medium
Friendliness	Medium	Medium
Good with children	Medium	Medium
Grooming needs	Low	Very Low
Shedding	Medium	Low
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	Medium	Medium
Adaptability	Medium	Medium
Typical lifespan	12 years	12 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Size and living space

The Curly-Coated Retriever is a big, substantial dog that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a yard. By comparison, the Ibizan Hound is a big, substantial dog that does best in a larger home with room to stretch out, ideally with access to a yard. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The Curly-Coated Retriever demands substantial daily activity, from long walks to hard play. The Ibizan Hound demands substantial daily activity, from long walks to hard play. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The Curly-Coated Retriever needs minimal coat care, just a weekly once-over and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. The Ibizan Hound is about as low-effort to groom as dogs get and sheds only lightly. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The Curly-Coated Retriever picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and gets on with children when raised around them. The Ibizan Hound picks things up at a fair pace with steady practice, is generally quiet, barking only occasionally and gets on with children when raised around them. On guarding instinct, Curly-Coated Retriever will let you know someone is at the door without being aggressive, whereas Ibizan Hound will let you know someone is at the door without being aggressive.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.
For being left alone during the workday, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, Ibizan Hound has the edge, as it sheds less dander around the home.

Which should you choose?

Choose the Curly-Coated Retriever if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Ibizan Hound on temperament, size and care.

Choose the Ibizan Hound if you prefer lower grooming upkeep or you want less shedding around the home.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound better for families with children?: Both the Curly-Coated Retriever and the Ibizan Hound are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound?: The Curly-Coated Retriever sheds more than the Ibizan Hound. If shedding is a concern, the Ibizan Hound is the lower-maintenance choice.
Which is easier to train, the Curly-Coated Retriever or the Ibizan Hound?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound bigger?: Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are a similar size (Large).
Which barks more, Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever or Ibizan Hound?: For apartment or apartment living, Curly-Coated Retriever and Ibizan Hound are an even match — either can work well.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Ibizan Hound