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Canaan Dog
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Canaan Dog
(Kelef K'naani)
JK Maccabee Northern Warrior aka Maccabee, the
Canaan Dog at 3 years old.
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Description |
The Canaan Dog is a sturdy, medium-sized, squarely
proportioned dog with a bushy tail carried curled over the back when the dog is
alert. The pricked ears have a broad base, rounded tip, and are set high. The
head is shaped like a blunt wedge with a shallow, but defined stop. The nose is
dark and slightly slanted. The almond-shaped eyes are dark brown with dark rims
that harmonize with the coat color. They slant very slightly and should have an
alert, inquisitive expression. The teeth should meet in a scissors bite (level
bites are acceptable under the FCI standard). The front legs should be
absolutely straight. The round cat-like feet should have hard pads. Its body is
strong with a moderately deep chest. The straight, harsh, double coat is ˝ to 2
inches long and lies flat. It comes in solid black, brown, and white, or in a
patched pattern of white with black or brown. (The FCI standard allows solid
white dogs, but the Canaan Club of American standard does not.) Solid colors may
have white trim on the chest, feet and tip of the tail. The first four imports
to the U.S. were white with black mask and patches. These dogs and subsequent
imports introduced a variety of color patterns. Although the majority of the
U.S. dogs are white & black, the complete range of colors found in the wild
is represented in the U.S. population of Canaan Dogs. Brown & white and
black & white dogs should have a symmetrical mask matching the color of
their patches. Red dogs are either born dark reddish brown and then
lighten, or creamy white and then darken. |
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Temperament |
Not only does the Canaan Dog excel as a herder,
but it has also proven itself in a variety of tasks involving dependability and
obedience. This very intelligent and independent breed can do exceptionally well
in obedience. It responds best to positive, motivational training, but tends to
get bored with overly repetitive training. Outstanding at agility, tracking and
other pursuits where he is expected to think independently, yet will work as a
team with its handler. Many dogs display herding instincts and compete in
herding trials. Gentle, devoted and docile, but also lively, alert and
protective. It is a natural guard dog as well as an excellent watchdog that
tends to bark a lot. May be aggressive with dogs of the same sex and needs an authorities owner who can communicate that aggressiveness towards other dogs is an unwanted behavior. The Canaan Dog
tends to be a one person dog or one family dog. They are very defensive of their
territory. He should be well socialized, preferably when young with both dogs and people,
especially with children, as the breed tends to be naturally wary of strangers,
though he is very friendly with those he knows. In order to successfully keep a Canaan
Dog the family must achieve a pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined and rules are set. Because a dog communicates his displeasure with growling and eventually biting, all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. The humans must be the ones making the decisions, not the dogs. That is the only way your relationship with your dog can be a complete success.
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Height, Weight |
Height: 19-24 inches (48-61 cm.)
Weight: 35-55 pounds (16-25 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
The Canaan Dog is a very healthy breed with one of
the lowest rates of hip dysplasia out of any breed. |
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Living Conditions |
The Canaan Dog will do okay in an apartment if it
gets enough exercise. They are moderately active indoors and will do best with
at least an average-sized yard. Its dense undercoat protects the dog from
extreme temperatures, whether it be hot or cold - so it can live outdoors, but
also makes a wonderful housedog. |
Exercise |
This is a working dog that will not be happy just
sitting around. They need a lot of exercise and mental and physical challenges,
which include
long daily walks, or a daily
jog, along with herding exercises, a strenuous game
session along with a challenging training session. |
Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years. |
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Grooming |
The Canaan Dog is a very clean breed with no
doggie odor. It is easy to groom. Comb and brush once a week, taking extra care
when the dog is shedding. This breed is a seasonally heavy shedder. |
| Origin |
The Canaan Dog was originally bred in the 1930's
from the wild dogs of Israel. Bedouins still use the breed today to guard, herd
and manage their sheep. It has a high capability for learning and has also been
used as a war sentry and messenger, mine detector, tracker, search & rescue
dog, and even as a guide for the blind. It is a very hardy breed, well-adapted
to the deserts of his native Israel. Drawings of similar looking dogs were found
in tombs dated to the 2200 BC. The breed was first imported to the United States
in 1965 when four dogs sent by the breeds founder, Dr. Rudolphina Menzel,
arrived by ship on our western shores. |
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Southern |
| Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, CKC, NKC, CDCA, KC, CDC, ICDCA,
ANKC, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
CDCA = Canaan Dog Club
of America
KC = Kennel
Club
CDC = The
Canaan Dog Club (UK)
ICDCA = Israel
Canaan Dog Club of America
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Babrees Desert Orchid Via Caoilta. Owned by Pam O'Loughlin.
Photo taken by Chris Miller. River Rock Farm
Cyrus, the Canaan Dog .
Ishta at 5 years old.
Ishta at 5 years old.
Ishta at 5 years old.
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