Canaan has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

American Foxhound tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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Vigilant
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Loyal
Intelligent
Loving
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Canaans are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

American Foxhounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Canaans are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

American Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Canaans have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

American Foxhounds have medium-length coats.

A Canaan can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An American Foxhound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Canaan breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The American Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

Ear Infections
Thrombocytopathy

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Ear Examination
Blood Analysis
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Canaans' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

American Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Canaan has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

American Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Canaans need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Canaans sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Canaans bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

American Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Canaan dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

American Foxhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

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Tracking, Scenting, Mind training, Walks, Walking, Runnning, Sniffing

Canaans are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

American Foxhounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Canaan, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Foxhound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Canaans usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most American Foxhounds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Canaan feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American Foxhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Canaan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an American Foxhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Canaan is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an American Foxhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Canaan has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

American Foxhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

American Foxhounds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Canaans make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The American Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Canaans are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

American Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Canaans have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

American Foxhounds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Canaans are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

American Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.