Canaan Dog Rescue Information: The Canaan Dog is a medium sized breed that is excellent as a herder, watchdog, and guard dog. Canaan Dogs are territorial and loyal. They are devoted to their own families but wary of strangers. Early socialization, especially with kids, is a must. Canaan Dogs are traditionally working dogs suited to farm life but can adapt well to apartment dwelling if they get plenty of daily exercise.
Canaan Dog Trivia: The Canaan Dog is descended from wild dogs of Israel. Canaan Dogs have been used by the military to detect mines and carry messages.