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The Federation Cynologique Internationale (F.C.I.) Standard
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 allowed in
powerful male heads. Stop shallow but defined. Muzzle sturdy, of moderate
length and breadth. Jaws should be strong. Lips tight. Nose black.
Ears
Erect, relatively short and broad, slightly rounded at the tip and set
low.
Eyes
Dark brown, slightly slanted, almond shaped. Dark rims essential.
Mouth
Full dentition with scissors or level bite.
Neck
Muscular, of medium length.
Body
Square, withers well developed, back level, loins muscular, chest deep
and of moderate breadth, ribs well sprung. Belly well tucked up. Moderate
angulation. Balance is essential.
Forequarters
The shoulder should be oblique and muscular, elbows close to the body.
Forelegs perfectly straight.
Hindquarters
Powerful, well bent stifles. Hocks well let down. Strong buttocks, lightly
feathered.
Feet
Strong, round and catlike with hard pads.
Tail
Set high, thick brush carried curled over the back.
Coat
Outer coat dense, harsh and straight, of short to medium length. Undercoat
close and profuse.
Colour
Sand to red-brown, white, black, or spotted, with or without mask. If
masked, mask must be symmetrical. Black mask permitted on all colours.
White markings are permitted on all colours: "Boston Terrier"
patterns are common. Grey, brindle, black-and-tan, or tricolour are
unacceptable. Desert colours- sand, gold, red, cream- are most typical
of the breed.
Weight and size
Height 50 - 60 cm. (20 - 24 in.), males may be considerably larger than
females.
Weight 18 - 25 kg. (40 - 55 lb.)
Gait
Quick, light and energetic trot. Should demonstrate marked agility and
stamina. Correct movement is essential.
Character
Alert, quick to react, distrustful of strangers, strongly defensive
but not naturally aggressive. Vigilant not only against man but other
animals as well. Extraordinarily devoted and amenable to training.
Faults
All deviations from the standard of the breed. All faults in body structure
which constitute a deviation from the norm of a well built dog; anything
that would detract from his potential for survival as a desert animal.
N.B.: Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles
fully descended into the scrotum.
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