Canaan Dog breed is one of the oldest American dog breeds. This Dog is a national dog of Israel. It is pariah dog breed that has survived in the desert region of Israel for thousands of years. In Europe and North America these are companion dogs and compete in dog sports such as conformation, agility, and obedience.
- Life expectancy: 12– 15 years
- Origin: Ancient
- Temperament: Confident, Alert, Vigilant
- Height: Male: 20–24 Inches, Female: 19–23 Inches
- Weight: Male: 55 pounds, Female: 45 pounds
- Colors: Any color
- Group: Herding Group
Canaan Dog resembles none of the other herding breeds of dog, arising from a completely different background. Nonetheless, this dog shares similar traits needed in any other dog that must herd for hours. Canaans dog are medium-sized, square-proportioned dogs of moderate substance that combines strength, agility, and endurance.
TEMPERAMENT AND APPEARANCE
- Not only do Canaan Dogs excel as herders, but they have also proven themselves in a variety of tasks involving dependability and obedience.
- This dog is an intelligent, devoted, docile dog that is quite tractable and willing and quick to please.
- They are aloof toward strangers and protective of their family.
- The Canaan is generally good with other pets and dogs, but may need to be introduced to new dogs carefully.
- These dog breeds are natural guardian and some tend to bark a lot.
CANAAN DOG HEALTH AND CARE
- Major concerns: none
- Minor concerns: CHD
- Occasionally seen: elbow dysplasia
- Suggested tests: hip, elbow, (eye), knee), (thyroid)
- Life span: 12–13 years
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