Canaan Dog
Breed Profile
Group: Non Sporting
Origin: Israel
Colour: White, Black, Brown & Tan
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
The Canaan Dog is agile, alert and confident.
Owner's Guide
Canaan Dogs are alert, and make good watchdogs. With owners, they are aloof but responsive and willing to please. They are quick and able hunters, and do not find it easy to get on with strangers or other dogs.
Originally bred: to herd, guard, and track.
Special characteristics
The Canaan dog is alert, agile and curious.
Exercise requirements
Medium. Enjoys plenty of exercise.
Attitude to
Owners: aloof, responsive
Children: good if raised with them
Other pets: may be problematic with small pets, may chase cats
Strangers: aloof, wary
Unfamiliar dogs: can be problematic/aggressive
Perfect owner
Experienced, active, independent owner who has plenty of time for exercise, training and play.
Potential problems
Tends to be aggressive to other dogs.
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