FREEZE-DRIED RAW FEEDING GUIDE

How to feed a Ibizan Hound

The Ibizan Hound is a lean, deer-like sighthound built for the chase — all spring-loaded muscle, light bone and almost no spare fat. That athletic, low-body-fat frame is exactly why what goes in the bowl matters: there is little reserve to fall back on, so every meal has to be clean, complete and easy to absorb.

Here is how to feed an Ibizan Hound on freeze-dried raw: by weight and life stage, with the lean animal protein, omega-3s and steady energy that keep a working hound's muscle, skin and senses sharp.

Adult weight45–65 lb
SizeMedium
EnergyHigh
Lifespan12–14 years
CoatShort or wire — light shedder

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What a Ibizan Hound's body needs

Every Ibizan Hound trait comes back to one thing: how you feed them. Here's what matters most.

Lean, athletic sighthound build
Needs: High-quality animal protein, modest fat
83% meat, organ and bone fuels and rebuilds the lean muscle an Ibizan runs on — no carb fillers that add empty weight to a frame meant to stay light and fast.
Explosive runner & high jumper
Needs: Clean, steady-burning energy
Whole-food protein and fat give sustained energy for sprints and long runs, without the blood-sugar spike-and-crash of starchy kibble.
Naturally low body fat
Needs: Calorie-dense, nutrient-rich food
Freeze-dried raw packs real nutrition into a small, digestible serving — easy to dial up for a hard-running or hard-to-keep-weight hound that burns through calories.
Sensitive skin & allergy-prone
Needs: Limited-ingredient, omega-rich diet
Minimally processed single proteins skip the common fillers and additives that trigger flare-ups; whole-food omega-3s feed the skin barrier from the inside.
Keen-eyed, sharp-sensed hunter
Needs: Whole-food vitamins & antioxidants
Real organ meat delivers naturally occurring vitamin A, taurine and antioxidants that support eye and nervous-system health — nutrients this eye-watchful breed leans on.

How much to feed a Ibizan Hound

Quick answer: a healthy adult Ibizan Hound (45–65 lb) needs about 6.8–9.8 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split across two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry — so it's much less by volume than kibble. Feed to a lean waistline and adjust every few weeks.

Ideal adult weight	Freeze-dried per day	Per meal (×2)
45 lb	6.8 oz	3.4 oz
50 lb	7.5 oz	3.8 oz
55 lbtypical Ibizan Hound	8.3 oz	4.1 oz
60 lb	9 oz	4.5 oz
65 lb	9.8 oz	4.9 oz

Starting points for a moderately active adult (~0.15 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Active pets need a little more, couch companions a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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What to feed a Ibizan Hound

For an Ibizan Hound we recommend complete freeze-dried raw as the daily base — real meat, organs and ground bone with no heat-processed filler — or as a topper while you transition from kibble.

Lean single proteins like Chicken, Wild-Caught Cod or game-lean Venison suit this breed's light build and sensitive skin; rotate them to keep a sometimes-finicky hound interested and to broaden the nutrient base. Just add water and serve.

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Feeding a Ibizan Hound by life stage

Puppy: Ibizan puppies grow into a tall, fine-boned frame — feed roughly 5–8% of current body weight across 3–4 meals and let them grow steadily rather than fast. Even, unhurried growth protects developing joints and bone in a leggy breed.
Adult: Feed to a lean, athletic waistline split across two meals. Use the chart below as a starting point and adjust up for a hard-running hound or down for a quiet day — Ibizans should stay light on their feet.
Senior: Older Ibizans slow down but should keep their lean muscle. Hold protein high, trim calories to match lower activity, and lean into omega-3s and whole-food antioxidants for joints, skin and aging eyes.

Common Ibizan Hound concerns — and the diet connection

Skin & food sensitivitiesAllergies are among the breed's more common complaints; a limited-ingredient, single-protein raw diet removes common triggers and the omega-3s in fish and animal fat support a calmer, healthier skin barrier.
Eye health (retinal & lens conditions)The breed is watched for eye issues; whole-food organ meat naturally supplies vitamin A, taurine and antioxidants that support normal eye and nervous-system function — though diet supports, it cannot cure, inherited conditions.
Lean muscle & athletic energyA running sighthound is built on clean animal protein and fat for sustained energy and muscle maintenance, not on carbohydrate fillers that add weight without fueling performance.
Maintaining healthy weight on a light frameWith naturally low body fat, an Ibizan can lose condition quickly; calorie-dense freeze-dried raw makes it easy to keep usable weight on without resorting to bulky, filler-heavy food.

Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

Feeding a Ibizan Hound: what to know

An Ibizan Hound is supposed to look lean — you should see a tucked waist and a hint of the last ribs, and that is healthy, not underfed. Feed to that body condition rather than to a number, and resist the urge to 'fatten up' a dog whose whole design is to be light.

Because some Ibizans are picky or hard to keep weight on, freeze-dried raw helps: it is rich and palatable, so a smaller, cleaner serving delivers more usable nutrition. Weigh portions and re-check every few weeks, especially around heavy exercise or seasonal changes in activity.

Ibizan Hound feeding questions

How much should I feed my Ibizan Hound?

A healthy adult Ibizan (45–65 lb) needs roughly 7–10 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split between two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry, so it is far less by volume than kibble — feed to a lean, athletic waistline and adjust for activity.

What is the best food for an Ibizan Hound with sensitive skin or allergies?

A limited-ingredient, single-protein freeze-dried raw diet is ideal. Start with one lean protein like Cod or Chicken, skip the fillers and additives that commonly trigger flare-ups, and let the whole-food omega-3s support the skin barrier.

My Ibizan is a picky eater and hard to keep weight on — what helps?

Freeze-dried raw is rich and highly palatable, so a smaller, cleaner serving delivers more usable nutrition. Rotate proteins to keep a finicky hound interested, and feed to a lean — not bony — body condition.

How do I switch my Ibizan Hound to raw?

Transition over 7–10 days, mixing a little more Land Animal into the old food each day. Because raw is rich, start at the lower end of the range and watch the waistline; sensitive dogs do well introducing one protein at a time.

Does an Ibizan Hound need a lot of food because it is so active?

A hard-running Ibizan can need more on big-exercise days, but the frame is meant to stay light. Use the calorie-dense feeding chart as a baseline and adjust to activity rather than over-feeding to bulk the dog up.

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Portions are starting points for freeze-dried raw and AAFCO complete-and-balanced recipes. Always feed to your individual dog's body condition and ask your vet about specific health needs.