Utility Group Interim Standard A Breed Standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute soundness is essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be careful to avoid obvious conditions or exaggerations which would be detrimental in any …Read More
Canaan Dog Breed Standards
Canaan Dog Breed Standards vary slightly around the world.
Federation Cynologique Internationale (F.C.I.)
Primitive Group 28th November 1985 STANDARD OF THE ISRAEL CANAAN DOG Israeli Breed General Appearance: A medium sized, well balanced, strong and square dog resembling the wild dog type. Strong distinction between the sexes. Head: Well proportioned, blunt wedge shape of medium length, appearing broader due to low set ears. Skull somewhat flattened. Some width …Read More
1960 – Israel Kennel Club Breed Standard
This is the original standard for the Canaan Dog written by the Menzels who established the breed. Taken from Pariahunde, written by Drs. R. and R. Menzel in 1960, and published by A. Ziemsen Verlag, Wittenberg, Lutherstadt. Standard translated from German by Dr. Lee Boyd. Provisional Conformation Standard of the “Canaan-Dog”, (Collie-like, Type III), adopted …Read More
USA – United Kennel Club Breed Standard
Herding Group History The Canaan Dog is an ancient breed resembling the wild dog type which has survived in Israel through at least 4000 years of history. Canaan Dogs are pariah dogs which live on the fringes of civilization and are frequently used by the Bedouin as flock and camp guardians. In 1934, Dr. Rudolf …Read More
USA – American Kennel Club Breed Standard
Herding Group General Appearance The Canaan Dog is a herding and flock guardian dog native to the Middle East. He is aloof with strangers, inquisitive, loyal and loving with his family. His medium-size, square body is without extremes, showing a clear, sharp outline. The Canaan Dog moves with athletic agility and grace in a quick, …Read More