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Name	Canaan Dog	Australian Cattle Dog	Carolina Dog
Origins	Middle East Lebanon - Israel	Australia	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canaanite Dog	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Dixie Dingo Indian Dog North American Native Dog Yaller Yeller Dog Yellow Dog American Dingo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$700	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Frequent: The Canaan Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog weight comparison:	35-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	30-44 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	45 pounds (20.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	37 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog height comparison:	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	17-24 inches (45-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	20.5 inches (53 cm)

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense Thick
Colors What are the original Canaan Dog, Australian Cattle Dog and Carolina Dog color?	Golden Red White Cream Liver Tan Black	Blue Speckled Red Mottled	Beige Red Ginger Tan Orange Sable Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Canaan Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Carolina Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Canaan Dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs shed moderately. See more.	Carolina Dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Devoted Vigilant Cautious Quick	Aggressive Energetic Loyal Responsive Alert Intelligent Protective	Adaptable Loyal Reserved Gentle Primitive
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog trainability comparison.	Canaan Dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs are easy to train. See more.	Carolina Dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Canaan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Carolina Dogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Average: Canaan Dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Carolina Dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog social needs comparison:	Canaan Dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Carolina Dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Average: The Canaan Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Carolina Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Canaan Dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Carolina Dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Canaan Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Carolina Dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Canaan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Carolina Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Canaan Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Carolina Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog mouthiness comparison:	Canaan Dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Carolina Dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Canaan Dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Carolina Dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Canaan Dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Australian Cattle Dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Carolina Dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Very house-friendly dog the Canaan Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Carolina Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Canaan Dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Australian Cattle Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Carolina Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Carolina Dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Canaan Dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Cattle Dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Carolina Dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Canaan Dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Australian Cattle Dogs are generally with other pets.	Carolina Dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Canaan Dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Carolina Dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Canaan Dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Carolina Dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Canaan Dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Carolina Dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Yes Canaan Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Cattle Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Carolina Dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Canaan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Carolina Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Canaan Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Carolina Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Health Comparison

Health Issues Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	The Canaan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Carolina Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog health problems comparison:	Cryptorchidism Degenerative Myelopathy Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Luxating Patella Lymphosarcoma Osteochondrosis Dissecans Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Deafness Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Canaan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Carolina Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Canaan Dog, Australian Cattle Dog and Carolina Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canaan Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Carolina Dog: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog energy level comparison:	Canaan Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Cattle Dogs are high-energy dogs.	Carolina Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Canaan Dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Cattle Dogs need a lot of exercises.	Carolina Dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Canaan Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Cattle Dogs don't need too much sleep.	Carolina Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Canaan Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Carolina Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Canaan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Carolina Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Canaan Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Carolina Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Canaan Dog or Australian Cattle Dog or Carolina Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog?	Not really Canaan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Carolina Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Canaan Dog and Australian Cattle Dog and Carolina Dog have?	4-6 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5	3-6 puppies
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Canaan Dog vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Carolina Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Rare Breed Association America's Pet Registry Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Canine Association, Inc.

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