Comparison: Canaan Dog and Peruvian Hairless Dog

Canaan Dog and Peruvian Hairless Dog are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Canaan Dog
Photo: Giora Sluzky, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Peruvian Hairless Dog
Photo: Jablct, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Canaan DogPeruvian Hairless Dog
FCI group5. Spitz and primitive types5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of originIsraelPeru
CategoryMediumMedium
Height at withers50–60 cm–
Weight18–25 kg4–30 kg
Recognition features
  • Square, medium-sized dog resembling a wild dog type
  • Erect, relatively short, broad ears set low
  • Thick brush-like tail curled over the back
  • Elegant, slim dog in hairless and coated varieties
  • Three sizes: small, medium and large
  • Smooth, elastic skin in black, slate, grey, pink or spotted shades
CoatDense, harsh and straight outer coat of short to medium length with a profuse undercoat; sand to red-brown, white, black or spotted, with or without mask.–
PurposeIsraeli primitive watch and security dog; alert and distrustful of strangers.Peruvian hairless dog (viringo), an ancient companion historically credited with healing properties.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.