The Canaan Dog is of Middle East origin – Israel and neighbouring countries – of ancient roots and is a descendant of the semiwild pariah dogs that wandered across the territory thousands of years ago. Trained to be guardians, herders, and do-it-all workers, they are extremely alert, clever and versatile. The Canaan Dog with a short-to-medium coat and desert-colored hues, is also a rare and tough-looking breed that has a profound historical background.
The dog world is much more varied than what some individuals are exposed to on a daily basis. These ten underdog breeds illustrate the unbelievable versatility and diversity of dogs, starting with the primitive herders and cliff-climbing puffin dogs to desert dwellers and noble sighthounds. To dog lovers – in particular those willing to adopt unusual or uncommon pets – a visit to these breeds will reveal an incredible companionship experience with ancient roots and unusual characteristics.
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