Alert
Devoted
Vigilant
Cautious
Quick

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

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

Elk-a-Bees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Elk-a-Bees 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 Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

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Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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

Elk-a-Bee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Sniffing, Road trips, Hiking, Long walks

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

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.

Elk-a-Bees 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 Elk-a-Bee, it's at least 12 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 Elk-a-Bees 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.

The Canaan is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Elk-a-Bee has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) Elk-a-Bee 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 Elk-a-Bee is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Elk-a-Bee is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Elk-a-Bees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Canaans are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Elk-a-Bees are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Elk-a-Bees are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Canaans are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Elk-a-Bees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Elk-a-Bees are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Elk-a-Bees are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.