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Vigilant
Cautious
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Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
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Loyal
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Social
Watchful
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

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

Shollies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Shollies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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

Shollies 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.

A Shollie can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Shollies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

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

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

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

Shollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Sniffing, Road trips, Hiking, Long walks

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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.

Shollies 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 Shollie, 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 Shollies usually need at least 60 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.

Shollies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Canaan should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Shollie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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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 70-80 pound (32 - 36 kg) Shollie 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 a Shollie 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 a Shollie 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.

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

Shollie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Shollies 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.

Shollies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shollies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Shollies 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.

Shollies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Shollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.