The Canaan Dog is a medium-sized, athletic breed that is known for its intelligence, trainability, and alertness. This breed is native to the Middle East, where it was originally used for herding and guarding.
Canaan Dog
Also known as Kelev Kna'ani, Israeli Canaan Dog
Origin
- Country
- Israel
Group
- Herding
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 51–61 cm · Female 48–58 cm
- Weight
- Male 20–25 kg · Female 15–20 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- short
- Colours
- white, black, sand, gold, red, cream, sand and white, black and white
Traits
- alert, loyal, aloof with strangers, intelligent, independent, vigilant