canaan dog breed laying in the backyard with a gray fence
canaan dog breed laying in the backyard with a gray fence

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

35 to 55 pounds

height

19 to 24 inches

family

Livestock

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

35 to 55 pounds

height

19 to 24 inches

family

Livestock

The Canaan Dog boasts a unique square build and athletic grace. Medium-sized with a spitz-like appearance and tall tail, the Canaan Dog breed is a powerful blend of strength, agility, and endurance. Their double coat is a marvel of adaptation, with a soft undercoat for warmth and a harsher outer coat for protection against the sun's harsh glare. 

  • Energy Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 4 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 2 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 4 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 1 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5

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