Canaan Dog
Country/Date of Origin: Israel/2000 BC
The Canaan dog has lived in the region of the Middle East that is now Israel for thousands of years. Its ancestors were pariah dogs that were domesticated to guard sheep and goats. No attempt was made to refine and purify the bloodlines until 1935 when Dr Menzel and her husband began the Shaar Hagai Kennels in Jerusalem. Most of the animals registered as Canaan Dogs can trace pedigrees back to her kennel. Still scarce in the United States, the Canaan Dogs are exhibited in the miscellaneous classes at American Kennel Club shows.
Other Names Body Type Personality Coat Health Concerns
Back to TopKelef K'naani
AKC Group: Miscellaneous
Breed Club: The Canaan Dog Club of America
Rescue Club: Canaan Dog Rescue Network, Inc.
Back to TopBody Type:
- Robust medium-sized spitz-type dog
- Height: 19-24 inches (at shoulder)
- Weight: 35-55 pounds
- The thick, brushlike, tail curves over the back and is not altered
- The ears are broad, with rounded tips, carried erect and not altered
Personality:
- Intelligent and very trainable
- Good guard instincts. Suspicious of strangers
- OK with children if raised with them, otherwise a bit sharp
Coat:
- Medium length double coat
- Colors are sandy to red-brown, white or black. Large white markings are permissible, even desirable, with all colors
- Minimal grooming required
Health Concerns:
- Noted for its resistance to disease and healthy constitution
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