Dog class - Herding
Average height - 19 to 24 inches
Average weight - 35 to 55 pounds
Size - Medium
Coat - Double coat: straight, soft undercoat (thickness depends on climate); straight, harsh .5-1.5 inch over coat
Average life span - 10 to 12 years

The Canaan Dog possesses extremely keen senses of hearing and smell, and he can detect approaching intruders from a considerable distance, becoming instantly alert. He is an intelligent, trainable breed whose tracking ability is excellent. When raised with children and other pets, he becomes a devoted family companion and natural watchdog. He is aloof with strangers, inquisitive, loyal, and loving with his family. Because of the strong "denning" instinct of their recent semi-wild past, the Canaan Dog is naturally clean and easily housebroken. He does not require an excessive amount of exercise.

The Canaan Dog is described as alert, vigilant, devoted and docile with his family. Easily trained.

Reserved and aloof with strangers. Highly territorial, serving as a responsive companion and natural guardian. Very vocal, persistent.

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