The appearance of the Canaan dog is so simple that it immediately captivates with its naturalness. And these kind, intelligent and deep eyes? It is thanks to them that this breed can not be confused with others. Today, stroking these beautiful animals, it is even difficult to imagine that they are the descendants of stray wild dogs inhabiting North Africa and the Middle East. The actual birthplace of the Canaan Shepherd is Israel. Local legends say that such a dog was held by the queen Jezebel.
Despite the fact that the breed is a thousand years old, professional breeding began only in the last century. Today, the Canaan dog is common not only in Israel, but also in America and Europe.
Breed description
Created by nature, the beauty of Canaan is laconic and unsophisticated. You in her appearance will not see anything superfluous: the classical silhouette, the wool of natural color, the average size, the square format, the sturdy and ungainly physique. An adult animal weighs about 20-25 kilograms, the height at the withers reaches 60 centimeters. This appearance and the agreeable nature of the Canaan dog makes it universal. Canaanas are excellent companions, characterized by unpretentiousness, a high degree of adaptation, devotion and discipline. If the training of Canaan dog puppies is carried out according to all the requirements, then you will receive an affectionate, obedient and intelligent pet.
The wool of the Canaan sheepdogs is white, sand, bicolour, black, and all shades of red. According to the standard, animals with tiger, brown, tricolor and black-tan color are discarded.
Canaanas are not aggressive, but they are wary of strangers, which makes them wonderful watchmen. In rescue operations, these animals demonstrate high results, as they are well trained, endurance and intellect. In Israeli history, there are many examples where Canaan sheepdogs during military operations participated in the demining of buildings, served as cohesive, rescued people. In addition, the representatives of this breed are excellent guides for people who see little or absolutely blind.
Contents of the Canaan Dog
Despite the considerable sizes canaan dogs quite comfortably feel in an apartment. They are unpretentious. All that is necessary for Canaan is long daily walks and strong physical exertion. Caring for a Canaan dog is walking, feeding. To monitor the condition of the coat is almost not required, since the dog is very clean. Only during the molting, which occurs when the seasons change, the contents of the Canaan dog is associated with some difficulties - the regular combing of the wool.
If you are lucky enough to acquire a Canaan dog, then you will become the owner of an animal that occupies a special position in cynology. On the one hand, this breed has long been recognized by world cynological clubs, but in Israel, at home, these dogs are still in semi-wild or wild condition. They are constantly forced to fight for their existence. Today the Canaan dog is a representative of a small group of endangered rare breeds that are regarded as primitive dogs or pariah dogs. Moreover, scientists consider the Canaan dog to be the animal, which was discussed in the Bible!