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| Canaan Dog - Israel's National Dog |
National Symbols of Israel – National Dog
The
Canaan Dog is the National dog breed of Israel. The Canaan Dog is a member of
the pariah-type dogs, a sub family of the Spitz group of dogs. The Canaan dog
has been very common in the southern Levant region, from Sinai to Syria.
The
Canaan Dog, the natural breed of Israel, dates back to Biblical times,
originating in the Land of Canaan. The Canaan Dog was the guard and herd dog of
the ancient Israelites, guarding their camps and flocks.
In
anticipation of Israel's War of Independence and WWII, Dr. Rudolphina Menzel
recruited and trained more than 400 of the best dogs as mine detectors for the
Middle East forces, and they proved superior to the mechanical detectors.
Inquisitive,
loyal and loving with his family, the Canaan Dog is a breed that moves with
athletic agility. Today, he is successful in the herding, obedience, agility
and conformation arenas.
