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Canaan Dog

Alert, vigilant, loyal, independent

Popularity
498

Desert pariah turned watchdog; keen senses and strong survival instincts with devoted bond to family.

Lifespan
12โ€“15 years
Coat
straight, harsh, flat-lying double coat
Colors
sand, cream, black, white, patched
Male height
19โ€“24 in
Female height
18โ€“23 in
Male weight
45โ€“55 lb
Female weight
35โ€“45 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source

Temperament & training

Energy
4
Trainability
4
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
3
Barking
3

Household fit

Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
3
Novice owner friendly
3
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3

Care & environment

Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
1
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
4
Cold tolerance
2

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