The hindquarters are powerful with very muscular and moderately broad thighs. The rear legs are moderately angulated. The hocks are well let down and perpendicular to the ground when viewed from any angle. Viewed from the rear, the hocks should be parallel to each other. The feet are of medium size, strong, round and cat-like, with hard pads.
Nails are strong and hard.
Dewclaws may be removed. The tail is a thick brush set on high. When the dog is alert or excited, the tail is carried in a loose curl over the back. COAT The Canaan Dog has a double coat. The undercoat is close-fitting, dense, profuse, and downy in texture.