Canaan Dog
VS
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Canaan Dog vs Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Compare Canaan Dog and Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Canaan Dog
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
50 – 60 cm
62 – 74 cm
Weight
20 – 25 kg
35 – 52 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Canaan Dog
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Medium
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Giant
Summary
About Canaan Dog
The Canaan Dog is an ancient, medium-sized, agile desert breed from the Middle East. Alert and watchful, it is a natural guardian: reserved with strangers yet loyal and affectionate with family. It has a weather-resistant, easy-care double coat and generally enjoys good health and longevity.
About Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Large, white Italian livestock guardian, the Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog is powerful, weather‑resistant and deeply loyal yet reserved with strangers. Independent, strong‑willed and highly watchful, it needs space, secure fencing, experienced handling and regular coat care to thrive.
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