FCI #273 · Group 5

Canaan Dog (FCI #273)

Canaan Dog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 273, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1985-11-28.

FCI #273Group 5: Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive TypesStatus: definitive
Canaan Dog — Key Facts
Breed NameCanaan Dog (Canaan Dog)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #273
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1985-11-28
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #273 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #273

Canaan Dog — Standard & Care

Nordic sled, hunting, herding, and ancient primitive dog breeds with dense double coats and independent problem-solving traits.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 273 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Canaan Dog

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Canaan Dog
Español (ES)Canaan Dog
Deutsch (DE)Canaan Dog
Français (FR)Canaan Dog
Português (PT-BR)Canaan Dog
FAQ

FAQ — Canaan Dog

What is the official FCI standard number for Canaan Dog?

Canaan Dog (Canaan Dog) is registered under FCI Standard #273 in Group 5 (Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Canaan Dog breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.