🐕 DogsCanaan Dog
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
Canaan Dogs are the national dog of Israel and were used by the Israeli military as messenger and detection dogs.
Medium-sized primitive dog from Israel. Alert, intelligent, and loyal with strong survival instincts.
🏷️ Breed
Canaan Dog
💭 Temperament
Alert, intelligent, loyal, independent, territorial
📏 Size
Medium (16-25 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
12-15 years
🎨 Colors
Sandy, red, black, cream — with white markings
🌍 Origin
Israel, ancient times (over 4000 years old)
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise and mental stimulation
🍽️ Diet
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 5
✓ FCI Section
Primitive Types
✓ FCI Number
273