His medium-size, square body is without extremes, showing a clear, sharp outline. The Canaan Dog moves with athletic agility and grace in a quick, brisk, ground-covering trot. The ideal Canaan Dog lies in the middle of the stated ranges. Bitches less than 18 inches or more than 23 inches. Dogs generally weigh 45 to 55 pounds and bitches approximately 35 to 45 pounds.
Dogs distinctly masculine without coarseness and bitches feminine without over-refinement.
Head Elongated, the length exceeding the breadth and depth considerably. Wedge-shaped, when viewed from above. Slightly arched when viewed from the side, tapering to stop. The region of the forehead is of medium width, but appearing broader through ears set low to complete an alert expression, with a slight furrow between the eyes. Varying shades of hazel with liver-pointed dogs.